Ando85
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I need help with my 16 year old thoroughbred!!
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IrishLover
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I know this might not be everyone's choice but have you tried a horse whisperer or communicator..... whether you believe or not it may throw up something's you haven't thought about and might just give you the answers... what's the worst that can happen?
Goldenstar
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unicornystar
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I have been reading your thread with interest and have a similar situation, however, I've owned the horse 3 years and am reasonably experienced.
I have had back, saddle, teeth the lot checked. Physio revealed that one hip needed treatment, so was treated and then getting back on board was like a death wish......obviously a lot of pain for an area that had been out of sync some years....
I have spent months pessoa'ing trying to stretch his back muscles and strengthen them and all was looking great.....back on board, cantering no bucking or broncing.
Then the crappy weather set in again and I am back to square one and fast losing my nerve with a horse that I know and love....
I am going back to basics AGAIN....no hard feed other than chaff which I know he is ok with (unlike some TB's), feedmark steady up....and slowly slowly....
If you dont feel confident enough to start at the beginning, maybe this horse isnt for you? - I noted that he barges you around when tied up, this is where to start I would say, he needs to know you are the leader.
Easy to say but perhaps some basic join up and work from the ground (please wear a hat), I am no alternative horsemanship fan but join up IS useful for some tb's.
Personally I would turn your horse away for a couple of months, basic handling, grooming and trust building and then bring him back very slowly......with your instructors help.
If it helps I too have a horse no-one else will sit on through his antics, so it is very hard to see what is going on from the ground!!
Wishing you lots of luck!
I have had back, saddle, teeth the lot checked. Physio revealed that one hip needed treatment, so was treated and then getting back on board was like a death wish......obviously a lot of pain for an area that had been out of sync some years....
I have spent months pessoa'ing trying to stretch his back muscles and strengthen them and all was looking great.....back on board, cantering no bucking or broncing.
Then the crappy weather set in again and I am back to square one and fast losing my nerve with a horse that I know and love....
I am going back to basics AGAIN....no hard feed other than chaff which I know he is ok with (unlike some TB's), feedmark steady up....and slowly slowly....
If you dont feel confident enough to start at the beginning, maybe this horse isnt for you? - I noted that he barges you around when tied up, this is where to start I would say, he needs to know you are the leader.
Easy to say but perhaps some basic join up and work from the ground (please wear a hat), I am no alternative horsemanship fan but join up IS useful for some tb's.
Personally I would turn your horse away for a couple of months, basic handling, grooming and trust building and then bring him back very slowly......with your instructors help.
If it helps I too have a horse no-one else will sit on through his antics, so it is very hard to see what is going on from the ground!!
Wishing you lots of luck!
paddi22
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unfortunately if you are a novice he doesn't sound like the right horse for you, and you could get seriously hurt. Most exracers are always going to be hotter than other horses and spooky at the best of time. He could have been more settled with his old owners cause they were calmer or more experienced riders. If I put a novice on my exracer (who is quiet now) he would absolute flip if he felt they were nervous. Some exracers are extremely sensitive and react to the slightest nerves. He really doesn't sound like a good fit for you, so there's nothing wrong in admitting that and getting a horse you enjoy and can have fun with.
wench
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Just exactly what has the vet done? Been to look at him, had a prod and a poke and said he's ok?
If this is yes, ring the vet and tell him you are taking the horse to the vets for a full lameness work up. I would also want xrays of back taking and a gastric scope doing
If this is yes, ring the vet and tell him you are taking the horse to the vets for a full lameness work up. I would also want xrays of back taking and a gastric scope doing
mystiandsunny
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Presuming he's fine with someone else on him...
This is what I hate about today's riding schools. Most do not, in any way, give an experience comparable to riding even a well behaved privately owned horse. I have sharers for some of my lot, and every single time I've had to take them right back to the beginning, or I wouldn't see them for dust! Most riding school horses don't react if you lean forward a bit, or grip with your legs, or have flappy reins that you only use to stop/turn with. They don't react to your weight usually either. A thoroughbred will be sensitive and keen to please. You're probably giving your lovely horse 101 signals you're not aware of, and that's producing the reactions you see. If you want to keep him, get a competent sharer to help keep him exercised and help with cost, then spend that ££ on lots of lessons. Those sharers of mine had a lesson each time they rode for many weeks, and then they were finally relaxed enough, and aware enough of their weight to only need one once a week.
This is what I hate about today's riding schools. Most do not, in any way, give an experience comparable to riding even a well behaved privately owned horse. I have sharers for some of my lot, and every single time I've had to take them right back to the beginning, or I wouldn't see them for dust! Most riding school horses don't react if you lean forward a bit, or grip with your legs, or have flappy reins that you only use to stop/turn with. They don't react to your weight usually either. A thoroughbred will be sensitive and keen to please. You're probably giving your lovely horse 101 signals you're not aware of, and that's producing the reactions you see. If you want to keep him, get a competent sharer to help keep him exercised and help with cost, then spend that ££ on lots of lessons. Those sharers of mine had a lesson each time they rode for many weeks, and then they were finally relaxed enough, and aware enough of their weight to only need one once a week.
Fides
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Lot of good advice on here - keep us updated how you do.
jojo5
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^^^^^^^^^^^^^this ...........when you mention medical checks, what has been done ? And by whom?
cobmum
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Interested to find out how you are going?
I honestly think you are doing and trying everything you can which is very honourable but if you are overhorsed, under confident and don't have funds for additional training then there is no harm in admitting you made a mistake.
I honestly think you are doing and trying everything you can which is very honourable but if you are overhorsed, under confident and don't have funds for additional training then there is no harm in admitting you made a mistake.