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AAS Degree, Veterinary Assistant, Professional Trainer
I love working with horses! They teach us patience and compassion. What more could a girl ask for? A second horse!
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This is a bit tricky! Below are a few links that can help clearly explain proper lunging technique. My best suggestion is to slowly gain her confidence back with use of the whip while combining proper
I have not heard of either the person or the farm in question. Although I live in Arizona and my knowledge (or lack there of) of her status is not something one can gage their decision on. There are
Hi Linda, So many good questions! The first thing I want to share with you is most tack stores will allow you to take a saddle on trial. If you are considering a saddle offered by an independent seller
Try working on your transitions, especially from the walk to the canter. Also work on your right circles with a counter bend. As you do so be sure to work from the trot applying collected downward transitions
That's not a question I can easily answer "yes" or "no" to. The pony's comfort and safety depends on a few factors: the pony's overall condition the pony's strength and size the rider's

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