--- Robyn Hood <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> He looks to me like he goes into freeze when he is uncertain. ...the next step can be bolt. <<
That is exactly what he does. >>You might consider using the promise wrap on him, or a full body wrap when being ridden.<< I will do that. I used it on Whisper ant it helped. >> The other thing you could help with would be to do some tail work on Andi,<< Yippers, he is a tail clamper. I started his tail work yesterday before Sharon got here. Hopefully, he will respond to it like Whisper did. >> Sharon looks like a quiet, confident rider which will be helpful for you.<< Yes, there is something about 3 day eventers that makes them confident! Maybe a little pony is nothing compared to those huge cross country jumps. >> To me it is not just about desensitizing him but helping him be comfortable in the situations and able to relax through his body.<< Yes, she does a lot of petting and stroking. He really started to let down at the end. He is smart and catches on to things quickly. Now, if I could just get him to be able to take a treat with a bit in his mouth... Susan in NV http://desertduty.blogspot.com/ Riding for Breast Cancer Awareness Nevermore Ranch http://users.oasisol.com/nevermore/ ____________________________________________________________________________________ You rock. That's why Blockbuster's offering you one month of Blockbuster Total Access, No Cost. http://tc.deals.yahoo.com/tc/blockbuster/text5.com
