19/06/2025
So many behaviour changes can happen so quickly with horses, even if they have been absolutely fine for years 🫣
This little guy became very stubborn, vocal and unpredictable when out walking 🫣
My first thing to do with a behavioural change is to rule out pain, pain and discomfort can cause huge behaviour changes.
Then I start baby steps, I don't work on things that don't need fixing IE he is amazing with being brushed and pampered, around dogs, standing, he has amazing ground manners especially for my Granddaughter.
But when out completely different horse/pony.
So baby steps, lots of groundwork, long lining, consistent and so far this week he has become calm and enjoying his time out on a walk again ❤️
Bringing in herbs & groundwork to create a calming and content little pony.
Lots more to do yet, he loves adventures, he loves going out, picnics and trail rides.
Something just made him feel.less confident to do it.
Well I managed to get a picture of the calm pony ❤️ we dealt with a bike, fast car and jogger, oh and a car cover 🫣 a big sheet over a car to prevent dirt and dust. Not just on one side of the road but both sides 🫣 he took it calmly but wasn't sure.
