Training and just general Ideas of what to do with my girl..

[Tashy]

My 2 year old Clydesdale girl Gem arrives on Monday......... by the way I'm so very sorry for those of you who have read my other posts about this, what can I say other than I have anxiety issues (they always go away when the moment arrives) and until I hear or read something that makes me think phew, I am gonna be great or wow I am normal, I don't think I will sleep. I am so happy I am scared and doubting myself, I know after all these years of sharing and loaning that (just cause she will be mine) it shouldn't matter but I am sooo nervous. I know common sense will take over when I get her home, its still nice to have a bit of reassurance though!


What should I do when she comes off that lorry?

When should I start the training programme I wrote out?- just basic ground manners,halter training and such

what advise would you give or advise against??

who has backed there own horse before? what do you do? When do you do it?


how can I make her days interesting, as no transport yet so not able to show in hand and she is too young to be broken to ride so what do you recommend I do in day time, just looking for ideas so i can keep her happy.

Thanks and yes I know I am silly but I just want to make her happy and healthy!!!

 

[Theocat]

Totally normal ��

Arrival will depend on yard rules - some like them to stay in or be isolated for a period. Personally, I like to put them out in view of other sane horses but it isn't always possible. All they really need is a bit of peace and quiet to start settling - although with you keeping an eye out in case of trouble.

I haven't seen your programme, but I'd start instilling basic manners straight away - but in very very short sessions (five minutes) which will probably tie in with normal handling anyway. I don't think you need to worry too much about keeping her occupied; at two she needs to spend her time in the field with her friends!

Backing is a huge subject. I'd find an instructor to help, and consider sending her away for backing - but you have stacks of time.

The temptation with a new horse is to do so much with them - a lot of the time, they need a routine and a bit of time to themselves to be able to process everything and relax, so I'd just plan on lots of leaning on the gate admiring her! And taking photographs for us

 

[Goldenstar]

I would do with a two year old only as much as was necessary to be able to do what you need to do with it .
So lead to the field and back ,catch up politely , feet pick up and pick out accepting grooming, accepting stabling for short periods and that's it .
I like to leave them alone as much as possible to be horses .