Firehorse
Well-Known Member
my pony rears on occassions. it is nothing more than annoying. she only seems to do it when she is in season and spooks at something she would usually ignore. she hadnt done it for 5 weeks, then has done it twice this week. i end up getting off to lead her past the object and jumping back on after. she only does half rears and i smack her with the whip when she does it and then kick her on. sometimes she will go other times, she just throws a hissy fit and turns into a jack in the box!! some people have suggested draw reins, other have said try a martingale. others have said a martingale could make her panic when she realises she cant get her head up and go up higher. opinions and suggestions appreciated - plus would a running or standing be better?? BTW, its not tack, back or teeth!!