Quick question (as leaving for meet soon) about green ribbons in tails

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Am I right in thinking, as in I'm sure I read it somewhere, that Miss P should have a green ribbon in her tail today to signify that we're newcomers to hunting?
 
Not a bad idea Patches, although not compulsory. Remember that Miss P's behaviour will still be your responsibility though! Have a really great day won't you?!!
 
Of course I know her behaviour will still be my responsibility....not sure what you mean by that?

Anyhooooo.....just wasn't sure if you were supposed to do it. It's more incase I get a bit of etiquette wrong, as the only thing I really know is to not overtake the master...although I'm sure that's possibly one the most important things to remember! :o

She doesn't kick, but then I don't want people to see a big cob's lardy arse and decide to use her for brakes. Not only do I not want her heels trodden on, I just don't know (as I've never been before) how she will react to that.
 
It's not compulsory but it will help to keep people away from her bum! By her behaviour being your responsibility I was just emphasising that a ribbon on a tail (of any colour) wouldn't excuse a horse if it did do something wrong!

Other etiquette is very basic - don't get in front of master or hounds. ideally keep your horse's rear end away from hounds (even if you are certain she won't kick!), say good morning to the master and other servants, if you are a newbie it is always good to introduce yourself to the Secretary. Otherwise, smile and say hello and have a great time!
 
It's not compulsory but it will help to keep people away from her bum! By her behaviour being your responsibility I was just emphasising that a ribbon on a tail (of any colour) wouldn't excuse a horse if it did do something wrong!

Other etiquette is very basic - don't get in front of master or hounds. ideally keep your horse's rear end away from hounds (even if you are certain she won't kick!), say good morning to the master and other servants, if you are a newbie it is always good to introduce yourself to the Secretary. Otherwise, smile and say hello and have a great time!
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PMSL sorry is your last previous name Parker Bowles? :shocked: :grin: :p
 

PMSL sorry is your last previous name Parker Bowles? :shocked: :grin: :p [/quote]

No - sorry! Nothing that exciting :) Can't answer your smiley question - have you had any problems smiling on here before?! :D
 
Other etiquette is very basic - don't get in front of master or hounds. ideally keep your horse's rear end away from hounds (even if you are certain she won't kick!), say good morning to the master and other servants, if you are a newbie it is always good to introduce yourself to the Secretary. Otherwise, smile and say hello and have a great time!
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PMSL sorry is your last previous name Parker Bowles? :shocked: :grin: :p [/quote]

It might have been said in jest but what a trivial comment; that is exactly the same reply most hunting people would have made as it is correct. There's nothing wrong or outdated about having manners and remembering them.

As to smilies, they don't work in this forum, haven't for ages if at all.
 
Wow - someone got out of bed the wrong side this morning!

I don't remember saying anything about manners being wrong or outdated - I would say anything but that! It may be what any other hunting person would have said but does that make it inappropriate?

I'd just like to add that manners towards other forum users are no less appropriate than manners on the hunting field. I do hope you are more polite to fellow hunters?
 
say good morning to the master and other servants,
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But don't call them "servants" :shocked: that really is a bit outdated :grin:

Strictly speaking Patches, a green ribbon signifies a young horse, but it won't do any harm to put one on. A lot of people take no notice of ribbons anyway - I have a red one on my horse since someone used his bottom for brakes and he has taken to bucking defensively if someone gets too close. I spend my life pointing it out to people - one man, whose horse's nose was touching my horse's bottom said "Yes, I saw that!" :confused:

Have fun :)
 
You're quite right Rowreach - that's just how I refer to my Butler!! :)

You're correct about the green ribbon but it's surprising how many people use it to literally mean "green" as in "new to" in whatever discipline it's being worn. I guess so long as it gives people the right sort of message it's okay.
 
Most of the horses I have hunted have been strong and not too keen on pulling up, but I have never had to resort to running in to someone's horse to stop. Someone ran into my horse once, but from what people say on here, it sounds like it happens all the time. Do people really use other people's horses as a means of stopping on purpose?
 
Sadly, yes, Marmalade!! I've certainly experienced it (on the receiving end I might add!). I wouldn't say it happens all the time but certainly often enough for it not to be remarkable. Very inconsiderate, not to mention dangerous.
 
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