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[FourBurrowHunt]

My horse has recently started not wanting to go on hacks ?!
He has had his teeth checked and he has a padded numnah and our old horses saddle - That dosnt appear to be irritating him he is only 5 so could be going through a stage ? he isnt hurting as when we get going he is fine ?
I cannot afford to get a vet etc so .. Yeah Help/ advice needed

 

[orsceno1]

What's he like in the school? I would get saddle checked as may be uncomfortable- they are constantly changing shape at that age. Is it a confidence thing- have you had any bad experiences? Is it in company or just alone you have problems?

 

[FourBurrowHunt]

Hey, He is quite bad in a school , Bucking , spinning etc but that is only when the horse in front goes off to canter or trot.
Yeah i will save up as i get payed soon ,
We have had a bad exp when he was following my mums car and he broke into a canter and instead of stopping him i let him canter but a tractor was behind him and his head was looking from side to side ( He now thinks that tractors chase him ).

It is alone - He has quite soft feet atm but i cannot afford shoes - He has been riding for less than a year anyway so they should harden up anyway x
Thanks x

 

[Maddie2412]

fierce fives: i would say its the naughty napping, it may be discomfort and ideally get the vet and saddler out but realistically a lot f 5 year olds can grow nappy especially out hacking, try walking him out in hand to establish a routine, and go out with a buddy but make him lead when you can, hope this helps a bit just my opinion. x

 

[MerrySherryRider]

Is there some one who could check the saddle fit for you ? How are his feet ? Does he have thrush in his frogs as this could make him reluctant to leave the yard.

 

[beehorses]

fierce fives: i would say its the naughty napping, it may be discomfort and ideally get the vet and saddler out but realistically a lot f 5 year olds can grow nappy especially out hacking, try walking him out in hand to establish a routine, and go out with a buddy but make him lead when you can, hope this helps a bit just my opinion. x

I agree with this it could well be naughty 5's. When you hack out try to use the grass verges if he does have sore feet it will certainly help out. Do you have anyone to ride with??

 

[MandyMoo]

I cannot afford to get a vet etc so ..

He has quite soft feet atm but i cannot afford shoes

probably not my place... but if you are this struggled to pay for a vet or shoes.... surely horse ownership might not be for you?!


but aside from that point, i agree with others. probably just a napping phase as he might be past the 'honeymoon' period and just be trying it on... so try and lead him out in hand or with another horse on rides but try and make him go side by side/infront. be patient, and if you can afford it get someone out to properly fit a saddle/check his back/teeth (which i think is very important thing to do... and if you can't afford to keep a horse healthy then.... well... )

 

[Brambridge04]

Troll by any chance?

 

[Puppy]

Troll by any chance?

I hope so...

 

[black_horse]

My horse has recently started not wanting to go on hacks ?!
He has had his teeth checked and he has a padded numnah and our old horses saddle ...
I cannot afford to get a vet etc so .. Yeah Help/ advice needed

why would you want to waste time and money on this :S just brush his teeth twice a day with a toothpaste containing floride and he will be just dandy.

Hey, He is quite bad in a school , Bucking , spinning etc but that is only when the horse in front goes off to canter or trot.
Yeah i will save up as i get payed soon ,
We have had a bad exp when he was following my mums car and he broke into a canter and instead of stopping him i let him canter but a tractor was behind him and his head was looking from side to side ( He now thinks that tractors chase him ).

It is alone - He has quite soft feet atm but i cannot afford shoes - He has been riding for less than a year anyway so they should harden up anyway x
Thanks x

TBH he isnt naughty, just with all the hunting he is not used to being overtaken by anyone....

FBH

I see from your recent posts that you are looking to borrow stock and pin, Pelham with reins and a horse and your saddle doesnt fit...

Before you go hunting I suggest that you take a long hard think about whether you are quite ready to go hunting

Ignore this post, they are just well jel...

TBH i think he is fine. Just strap his mouth tight shut (a crank noseband will help), put on some drawreins, remember the 5 point breast plate/martingale and wear spurs. He is just being naughty because the other ponies are probably bullying him, they are jealous of what a fab hunter he is!

Sod hacking, he hunts, he doesnt need to hack. I mean, what he is really going to learn out hacking?!

I hope this helps, if not i know a friend of a distant relation that has a set of DVDs on offer "hunting for the real rider - how to hunt and cut costs as the same time" its fab!

 

[AprilBlossom]

Like I said before on your hunting thread, stick a couple of sets of wellies on him - that'll stop his feet getting soft from being in the mud!

You should also put his feed on the back of a tractor and he can eat it whilst the tractor goes along, that way he will learn tractors don't chase him, he chases them!

If you've got a padded numnah and your saddle doesn't fit do t bother getting it checked, bin the saddle and just tie the numnah on with some string - of course if string is too expensive nick some bailer twine from some other livery's hay and use that a bit round the belly and a bit securing numnah to his ears and his tail should keep it in place.

 

[mik]

Like I said before on your hunting thread, stick a couple of sets of wellies on him - that'll stop his feet getting soft from being in the mud!

You should also put his feed on the back of a tractor and he can eat it whilst the tractor goes along, that way he will learn tractors don't chase him, he chases them!

If you've got a padded numnah and your saddle doesn't fit do t bother getting it checked, bin the saddle and just tie the numnah on with some string - of course if string is too expensive nick some bailer twine from some other livery's hay and use that a bit round the belly and a bit securing numnah to his ears and his tail should keep it in place.

Good one...

 

[black_horse]

Like I said before on your hunting thread, stick a couple of sets of wellies on him - that'll stop his feet getting soft from being in the mud!

Are you mad??!!! Don't you know that wearing shoes is unnatural and evil for a horse bearfoot is best!

You should also put his feed on the back of a tractor and he can eat it whilst the tractor goes along, that way he will learn tractors don't chase him, he chases them!

How irresponsible, where are you going to put the feed and what feed are you going to use? A haynet would be best as you and tie it on, alternatively, get a big bucket digger to reverse and fill the bucket with oats. That should work.

If you've got a padded numnah and your saddle doesn't fit do t bother getting it checked, bin the saddle and just tie the numnah on with some string - of course if string is too expensive nick some bailer twine from some other livery's hay and use that a bit round the belly and a bit securing numnah to his ears and his tail should keep it in place.

First sensible thing you have come out with, but dont buy the string, just borrow some and dont return it.

 

[Suzie86]

Come on guys.... I think she's just a kid

 

[AprilBlossom]

BH, in a previous thread though she was worried about mud on his gypsy banner feathers - I figure two birds one stone there with the wellies - or would maybe some flip flops or crocs be a better idea - a bit less 'shoey'?!

 

[DH1]

Steady on There is a photo on one of OPs previous poss,t and she looks very young.

 

[Dottie]

Wow. There are some really horrible people on here. This is what puts me off coming on here for advice.
I hope you find a solution OP, there is some really good advice from the first few repiles.

 

[Lintel]

fierce fives: i would say its the naughty napping, it may be discomfort and ideally get the vet and saddler out but realistically a lot f 5 year olds can grow nappy especially out hacking, try walking him out in hand to establish a routine, and go out with a buddy but make him lead when you can, hope this helps a bit just my opinion. x

Took the words out my mouth.
My fella is just about hitting five (his saddle is bridging) getting that sorted tomorrow Yet it doesnt stop him bronc'ing around everywhere and trying and good old bolt (not out of pain may I add).

We are at your stage. You are not alone!
We have tried walking out in hand, ages ago (would be great if he didn't bolt in hand) it just takes a lot of encouragement and pushing on with my boy. Don't get disheartened, keep those energy levels forward!! Think forward all the time, don't let your mind relapse! (guilty of that)
Once we have got past the initial- "Mum... I am going to run home with you now.. mum I'm just going to stop... mum there is a monster!!"
We are fine

I'd place my bets on it just being a stage. Sometimes Bailey doesn't like going out if his feet are a wee bit sore, due to the hard hard frost we had here. (Wimp of a Highland!!)

All the best though! X

 

[el_Snowflakes]

Come on guys.... I think she's just a kid

I agree with Suzie. If you think someone is trolling the best thing to do is ignore the post.....no need to be rude to someone if they ARE acually seeking advice. Remember there are some younger HHOers on here

ps. My horse has suddenly stopped wanting to hack alone also so I feel your pain and would be interested to hear some HELPFUL replies

 

[MerrySherryRider]

Come on guys.... I think she's just a kid

^^^^This^^^^^

Have to admit I did initially think OP wasn't genuine with her first posts, but she's young and trying to learn. Its a reasonable question, so come on guys, be nice.

 

[bubbilygum]

Some people on this forum are more concerned with outing "trolls" than helping people who genuinely have problems . I can we see why people despair at the amount of bitchiness and judgemental people in the horse world.

 

[jrp204]

If you are having problems i strongly advise you to get some help, babies can be very naughty and if he is going through one of these phases it may be worth getting someone more experienced in to help you. Get his saddle checked too.
My daughter hunts with the FBH so if you pm me i can give you some names of people who could help you (they could also have a look at your saddle).

 

[Hedgewitch13]

Read her post again and then tell me she isn't looking for a reaction on here - I mean really?

 

[junior_7178]

I've only read the first couple of posts on here so i dont know what everyone has suggested, but i would put money on it being napping.

Secondly and more importantly, i'm sorry to say this BUT...... if you cannot afford a vet or to have shoes on it, then i would suggest you shouldnt own a horse. May seem harsh, but its the truth.

 

[el_Snowflakes]

Read her post again and then tell me she isn't looking for a reaction on here - I mean really?

So why give her one?

 

[Hedgewitch13]

Oh so sorry. I was commenting, as were others...

 

[Fiagai]

Dear black_ horse

It is good that my previous notes have been noted by your good self - I am indeed jel...

**(takes themselves outside for a good talking too)**

why would you want to waste time and money on this :S just brush his teeth twice a day with a toothpaste containing floride and he will be just dandy.
TBH he isnt naughty, just with all the hunting he is not used to being overtaken by anyone....

Ignore this post, they are just well jel...

TBH i think he is fine. Just strap his mouth tight shut (a crank noseband will help), put on some drawreins, remember the 5 point breast plate/martingale and wear spurs. He is just being naughty because the other ponies are probably bullying him, they are jealous of what a fab hunter he is!

Sod hacking, he hunts, he doesnt need to hack. I mean, what he is really going to learn out hacking?!

I hope this helps, if not i know a friend of a distant relation that has a set of DVDs on offer "hunting for the real rider - how to hunt and cut costs as the same time" its fab!

 

[Suzie86]

So why give her one?

I must admit now I've looked at some of her other posts I'm a little amused!

 

[marmalade76]

I must admit now I've looked at some of her other posts I'm a little amused!

Yes, I find it all a bit hard to believe.

I wonder what the Four Burrow would make of their name being used in this way?

 

[jrp204]

Yes, I find it all a bit hard to believe.

I wonder what the Four Burrow would make of their name being used in this way?

I'm sure they are thick skinned enough although don't recognise her as a regular subscriber but don't see any reason to knock enthusiam.