> which is kinda dumb really too, since my stonewall is a racking > fool > and he has never ever done anything in the field but trot trot trot > and more trot :) I dont know about hard pace, that might worry me, > but knowing what i know, if I saw a horse trotting at liberty I > would > not discount it gaitwise!
I believe the traditional way is to watch for all 4 or 5 gaits....they want to keep the trot intact as a gait....which I appreciate....some racking horses I have ridden could not trot under saddle, but would trot out in the field...its like it was discouraged. This is one gaited breed where at least 5 gaits are encouraged, instead of 2 or 3. Skye Fire Island Eco-Treks-808-443-6085 Fire Island Professional Farrier Service-640-6080
