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More on the Horse's Nature and Caring for the Horse
Chapters 12-18
http://lorienstable.com
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General Comments
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Maintain calm when interacting with horses, always
Horses read body language, even simple tension.
Move slowly, gradually (not suddenly)
Keep your head
Maintain soft or commanding tone of voice, never weak
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Don't believe (or pass on) rumors
until you check them out
(quest, west nile vaccine)
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Training Articles
http://www.naturalhorsesupply.com/training.shtml
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Resisitance, Using more & More Severe Tools
“Harsh bits only make our horses tougher.” --John Nunn
“Sour is spelled S-O-R-E.” --Tom Ivers (The Fit Racehorse I/II)
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Training Methods
1)Ask2)Show
3)Reward
becomes1) Ask
2) Reward
as horse recognizes pattern
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Groundwork
lunging,long lining,
driving
cavesson, surcingle
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Harsh, Forceful Tools
vice breaker (shock collar)war bridle (gum line)
chifney bitdraw reins
tiedown
Any method is harsh when it is designed to force a horse, rather than asking him to
move himself.
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Desensitizing
It's important to expose a horse to new concepts before expecting him to be able to cope with new
situations, AND perform at the same time.
Example: A horse on his first trail ride may be too distracted by other horses, new sights, water, new
vegetation, etc to simply walk along.
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Clearly you can't expose a horse to every situation he might encounter.
You can, however, expose him to things he is likely to encounter, and in the meantime, teach him to look to you for reassurance when he is
startled.
Desensitizing
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Performing in crowds & noise
ear covers w/cotton wads for sound blocking
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Trailering
Teach the horse to load before trying to trailer somewhere.
ALWAYS untie BEFORE opening the door...
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TrailersScreens
Butt Chains/BarsWater Tanks
Secure doors etc with snap or lockReflectives—on trailer & triangle
uprights“trailer aid,” chocks
rubber mats—store outside of trailer to prevent rot
shavings (more appealing) wall pads for cushioning
trailer lock
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Good to have on hand—extra halter & lead, shovel or pitchfork,
cell phone, map, directions,
all vehicle/trailer registrations and insurance information, (motor plan
info),
and don't forget the proof of negative Coggins (always), a health certificate
(if crossing state lines).
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Before hitting the road, every time
check connection, lights & brakes
check air in tirescheck flooring
check vehicle fluids, tire pressure
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Maintenance
Trailers need regular maintenance just like cars:
brakes, axles, bearings, lights, hitch, emergency chains
flooring, exterior, spare tire
When not in use, remove floor mats so moisture doesn't get trapped and rot/rust out your flooring.
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Nifty Items
Cashel ankle safe Spare keepers (rubber)
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Feel of a Normal HorseA normal horse has no hard muscle areasa normal horse has no sunken muscle
areasknots/spasms are hard masses of tissue
inside a musclescars are hard masses of tissue inside a
musclehorses may pull or tear a muscle
horses may pull or tear a tendon or
ligament
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Stretches & Belly Lifts
http://lorienstable.com/services/massage/stretches.pdf
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Riding Commentsstay balanced over self, balanced over
horseweight and seat aids, leg aids
squeeze knees to slow horse/restrict shoulders
put weight on inside seatbonepress leg to push horse away: inside leg like a post, outside leg curls body around
the posthorses can feel shifts in weight, can tell
where you're looking, can feel where your body is pointing
don't lose your outside rein contact
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Riding Comments
Sitting a: spookbuckrear
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Riding Comments
Dealing with rearers
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Boots, Leg Support
support bootsprotective boots
wrapsbell boots
Building internal leg strength
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Exercise – building stamina and strength
Long Slow Distance
Interval Training
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Heart Rate / Temperature
heatexercise
can be good indicators of a horse's stamina and condition
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Conditions / Concerns
tying up, seleniumbleeders, Lasix
“marble” maresulcers
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Clipping & Blanketing
desensitizationshowing
performingexcessive sweating
must blanket if clipped
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Blanketing
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Liability773.04 Posting and notification.--
(1) Every equine activity sponsor and equine professional shall:
(a) Post and maintain one or more signs which contain the warning notice specified in subsection (2). These signs shall be placed in a clearly visible location near to where the equine activity begins. The warning notice specified in subsection (2) shall appear on the sign in black letters, with each letter to be a minimum of 1 inch in height, with sufficient color contrast to be clearly distinguishable.
(b) Give the participant a written document which the participant shall sign with the warning notice specified in subsection (2) clearly printed on it. Said written document may be used in lieu of posting the warning on the site of the equine activity sponsor's or equine professional's facility, and shall be given to any participant in an equine event not on the location of the equine activity sponsor's or equine professional's facility.
(2) The signs and document described in subsection (1) shall contain the following warning notice:
WARNING Under Florida law, an equine activity sponsor or equine professional is not liable for an injury to, or the death of, a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks
of equine activities.
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Legal Issue Thoughts
people can and do sue when they don't have a legitimate case
contracts should describe what each party is hoping to get out of the agreement e.g. “I
want to buy a horse that is suitable for a beginner” so there is recourse in the event
of dishonesty or misunderstanding
contracts should give a way out if the deal goes sour
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Employees and Legal Responsibility
...It's complicated.
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Strict Liability
You are responsible for damage done by your possessions:
car hitting loose horsedog biting random persongoat eating neighbor's car
etc
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On my site:http://lorienstable.com/articles/
List of links:http://lorienstable.com/webrings/links/
And so much more!