As the school rolls on realistically the time comes that I have to pull
an old trusty horse out of service – this summer it was Drafty. By then they
have such an impressive resume that when I look into my herd I don’t have a
horse that can take their place. So, I begin to check out talents, and
attitudes to see who needs to try what next – just like the students.
This year I have noticed a
change in Target to indicate that he is maybe maturing and just might be
willing to try some different rider energies. I am always cautious when I
introduce autistic and other – what I think of as broken energy – to the
horses.
Target was recently introduced
to Tourette’s energy. Inside the barn during tack up he was somewhat
uncomfortable with it. However, when we went to the arena, my rider did what he
needed to and Target calmed down and they had a really good ride.
When we returned to the barn,
Target was in a relaxed mood and untack went without incident.
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