horse rearing - ideas?

i wouldn't take him out anywhere there's traffic until he's sorted... it's too dangerous. the moment you feel him about to go light in front for a rear, pull him round in a very tight circle about 5 times, until he's dizzy but respectful. he'll learn that it isn't even worth the thought.
i've cured quite a few rearers like that. and if anyone says "you shouldn't yank them round" etc etc, well, i'd rather not get my pelvis smashed or land across the bonnet of a car (or worse), so the moment the horse stops thinking vile reary thoughts, i go back to being mrs sweetnessandlight too...!

btw, i've known quite a few horses that will hack out happily at the head of others but aren't at all brave on their own. a bit like walking into a bar on your own... much braver with backup from your mates!
 
To all the "hit him over the head with whatever's handy" advisors, presumably you're experienced with this method and on the way over to actually climb on the horse and have a go then?

That's EXTREMELY dangerous advice. First off, the most likely result is the horse panicking and losing it's balance. Ever had a rearing horse fall on you? Not fun. The one time I actually saw a relatively inexperienced rider give this a shot it did not go well . . .

Secondly in order to get that done in the presribed manner one would have to an awfully skilled, strong, agile rider. Who presumably would ride well enough to not get in the mess in the first place.

I'm sure the dyed in the wool DIYers will shout me down but I'm going to say get some experienced, practical help. Your chances of getting seriously hurt are quite high in the situation you describe and no one on the internet can give you specific enough advice to be sure of success. Just trying things randomly MIGHT help or it might get you in more trouble.

It's an unpopular opinion, I know, but if you can't make your horse go when you want and stop when you want you are out of control. Full stop. With some horses, easy going, tractable souls, people get away with it because the horse doesn't really have an opinion. But that's just false security. Get your gas and your breaks in order before you start putting yourself in dangerous situations. It's all perfectly "learnable".

You say "someone" has to fix the horse. Why you? If you're on here asking for hints then I'm guessing you don't have the experience to sort things out. Yes, everyone learns by experience but what exactly is wrong with doing so without risking your neck?

I'm sorry if that all sounds harsh but I'm scared for you and, I suspect, you're scared for yourself. Good, that shows sense. You need to find out why your horse is behaving as he is and why you can't prevent his reactions from getting out of hand. Behaviours are just expressions - communication as it were - not "push x button and y happens" reactions. What works well with one horse in one situation might get you killed in another.

Good luck. I'd advise a step back and a clear eyed look at exactly how much control you have over the horse and how much confidence he has in your leadership. Both are essential for success.
 
As ever Cruiser - you're full of great advice.
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Completely agree with your comments.Its all about trust try and get it on the ground first good leadership is what he needs.Although this horse is behaving badly he might have had a bad experience .Tricks like hitting him with eggs are old wives tales and inflicting pain will only make him shut down.Try and build up leadership from ground level first.Im sure he will appreciate your efforts.
 
Turning in circles is not always a good idea. My beastie says ok you want round we will go round and round and round until I get dizzy and she is still determined not to go forwards and goes upwards!!
 
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