tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post5198068028991700378..comments2024-03-01T06:49:59.106-05:00Comments on Behind the Bit: A holiday giveaway! I think you'll really like this one..._Stacey Kimmel-Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08498926535389535263noreply@blogger.comBlogger50125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-67947704439936949002009-12-24T18:59:58.097-05:002009-12-24T18:59:58.097-05:00I have learned that whoever said "healthy as ...I have learned that whoever said "healthy as a horse" obviously never owned one!<br /><br />-LEFLeahnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-68982951154789092712009-12-14T17:05:32.533-05:002009-12-14T17:05:32.533-05:00I have learned that there really isn't a lot o...I have learned that there really isn't a lot of difference between disciplines...good horse training is good horse training. And we are all trainers whether we know it or not as we handle and ride our horses. <br /><br />kjcurlyKitty Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10303473218038278484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-29177840550048980082009-12-14T01:33:43.670-05:002009-12-14T01:33:43.670-05:00I have learned that mules are approved to particip...I have learned that mules are approved to participate in dressage by the governing body that regulates the tests! I was shocked and amazed as well as pleased.Sandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07523913268753891470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-64097068531366373102009-12-12T18:13:55.398-05:002009-12-12T18:13:55.398-05:00I've learned that a schoolmaster is worth his ...I've learned that a schoolmaster is worth his weight in DIAMONDS! I've learned how to refine my riding, my aids, and my communication with my horse. I've learned that being with, and caring for my horse is as much fun as riding. Finally, I've also learned that as certain as I seem about not being nervous about showing, my body never lies, and the tension shows! My first season Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-66559606279285740452009-12-10T00:10:11.426-05:002009-12-10T00:10:11.426-05:00I learned to camp with my horse, in the national f...I learned to camp with my horse, in the national forest with no power, running water, or cell service. It was awesome- I even slept on a cot in the horse trailer. Never having camped before it was something completely new to me! Oh and the 25 mile ride was the best, can't wait to go again.CGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05083608347643075663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-56713913950267915892009-12-08T20:41:52.961-05:002009-12-08T20:41:52.961-05:00I learned how important the outside rein is...that...I learned how important the outside rein is...that Keratex is good for helping your horse transition to bare foot...that I need to improve my seat...that persistance pays off and all those hours of riding outside do make a difference when you do take your spooky horse to a horseshow....and that I can take a week off and my horse might not be as unridable as I thought when I get back on<br /><br /oilcanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10570053334551279018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-74063635409198754602009-12-08T15:28:17.172-05:002009-12-08T15:28:17.172-05:00I learned that a horse that's been down for so...I learned that a horse that's been down for sometime can get temporary paralysis from their limbs falling asleep. Great tip.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-15824159669716262252009-12-07T20:47:46.373-05:002009-12-07T20:47:46.373-05:00I have learned so much this year, I'm not sure...I have learned so much this year, I'm not sure what to pick! The most significant thing I learned that it is possible to overcome fear of riding after a bad fall. It helps if you learn that a young, barely-broke horse is not suitable for an adult rider with lots of anxiety, and that even though it is hard, sometimes it is best to move on to another horse that can help bring enjoyment back juliesk99noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-28469688040133199952009-12-07T20:36:01.592-05:002009-12-07T20:36:01.592-05:00I learned to drive our new truck and trailer and t...I learned to drive our new truck and trailer and to feel comfortable showing alone.A Bay Horsehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16519878838113259362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-5014759840546242512009-12-07T20:11:17.559-05:002009-12-07T20:11:17.559-05:00Hi Kaylyn,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope...Hi Kaylyn,<br /><br />I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope your mare had people who loved her at her side. My hope for Harv is that he will not be alone or afraid when he passes. While I want to be at his side I take great comfort in knowing that the people at his barn are caring, wonderful people who will make him comfortable.Stacey Kimmel-Smithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08498926535389535263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-36973942181809437982009-12-07T20:00:55.248-05:002009-12-07T20:00:55.248-05:00I've learned that I should have appreciated my...I've learned that I should have appreciated my mare more than I did. <br /><br />One day she was here - and the next day, we had to put her down. Completly out of the blue. The worst part - I didn't even get to say goodbye to her. It was early morning when she went down and the vet was called. Hearing my trainer describe how scared she was because she couldn't get up - how bad I Kaylyn RoBardsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-62463274237384950742009-12-07T18:37:49.981-05:002009-12-07T18:37:49.981-05:00I've learned horses are great supplements to c...I've learned horses are great supplements to chemotherapy! Since I'm undergoing chemo, being able to go to the barn and ride is a great stress reliever and keeps my fitness level up. The oncologist is pleased and says he may recommend it. And Bless her little palomino heart-she is being an angel!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-13640219880455011922009-12-07T17:21:54.985-05:002009-12-07T17:21:54.985-05:00I have learned that I need horses for my mental we...I have learned that I need horses for my mental well-being more than I ever thought. I have had to take a break due to a lack of time and finance resources and I have noticed that I feel more anxious, less in control and in need of a "barn fix" in some major ways!best homework everhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04707865221461187695noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-68050612812494396472009-12-07T14:36:23.288-05:002009-12-07T14:36:23.288-05:00During this (hopefully temporary) unhorsed time in...During this (hopefully temporary) unhorsed time in my life, I have been studying Thoroughbred pedigrees, specifically which lines are associated with soundness issues. I have learned that certain Native Dancer lines are associated with unsoundness, and he himself was notoriously unsound (although brilliant) during his racing career.Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09105139100232743552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-76097914898679936732009-12-07T13:12:50.376-05:002009-12-07T13:12:50.376-05:00I've learned a lot this year! What I learned ...I've learned a lot this year! What I learned about my riding: Dressage and contact is NOT about pulling. It's about an elastic relationship. What I learned about my horse: She's a hundred mile horse.Melhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16627065628317652042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-36853994580256749072009-12-07T12:48:35.825-05:002009-12-07T12:48:35.825-05:00I've learned to relax and trust my horse. I&#...I've learned to relax and trust my horse. I've learned to have faith that all the time and effort I've put into him over the last seven years has paid off, and he's ready to care of me in return.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13790278181159401158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-61013868899527175272009-12-07T12:01:33.275-05:002009-12-07T12:01:33.275-05:00I learned to be more assertive with my horse and n...I learned to be more assertive with my horse and not let him intimidate me. I learned that he's much more secure and willing to work when he has a confident leader to follow. =)Psychotic Raccoonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08460874787936514679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-64489260185093544612009-12-07T11:34:55.292-05:002009-12-07T11:34:55.292-05:00I've learned that horses' coats grow accor...I've learned that horses' coats grow according to how much light their eyes receive, not how cold it is!<br /><br />-CMSAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-50169018587312664722009-12-07T11:23:12.954-05:002009-12-07T11:23:12.954-05:00I've learned that even when my stomach is in m...I've learned that even when my stomach is in my throat or on the ground, I saddle up and work on it anyway. I always feel better, even if I've ended up on the ground!<br />Real courage or insanity? A combination I imagine....jacksonsgrrlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09702324347419665816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-64257039702471218182009-12-07T11:16:54.471-05:002009-12-07T11:16:54.471-05:00I've learned to be okay with writing more chec...I've learned to be okay with writing more checks to the vet. It's just money, and my horse is worth it.Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03230195289996658180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-50836481511574615802009-12-07T10:45:18.316-05:002009-12-07T10:45:18.316-05:00I've been around horses my whole life, and if ...I've been around horses my whole life, and if I've learned anything, it's that I've always got more to learn. This year in particular I learned:<br /><br />That choke looks different in different horses<br /><br />There are good, thoughtful, kind trainers out there <br /><br />I'm not weak because I ask for help<br /><br />A 14.1 hand Arabian gelding can have a very wide backChristelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15109922922919704259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-17664200511514373062009-12-07T10:29:14.669-05:002009-12-07T10:29:14.669-05:00I've learned this year, that every horse teach...I've learned this year, that every horse teaches you something. . it may not end up being a good match, but the struggles you endure trying to figure it out will stick with you and make you a better rider for when you do find the right match.KPnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-45232866826217691292009-12-07T10:00:25.196-05:002009-12-07T10:00:25.196-05:00I learned that sometimes taking the leap into the ...I learned that sometimes taking the leap into the unknown is the best way to learn. <br /><br />In October I bought my first horse, whom I had been leasing for about 6 months, but had known was "the one" long before that. In a mere 6 weeks I have learned more about feed, suppliments, hay, bits and "horse clothing" than I ever have before. Until Alfie was entirely my Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-39020961984934071512009-12-07T09:52:55.657-05:002009-12-07T09:52:55.657-05:00A simple half and half mixture of alcohol and baby...A simple half and half mixture of alcohol and baby oil works wonders on rainrot.Emily M.https://www.blogger.com/profile/07445664152299987013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6317822193674196694.post-86492789123060397172009-12-07T09:33:12.531-05:002009-12-07T09:33:12.531-05:00I have learned that when you have an older, very s...I have learned that when you have an older, very sick horse who is your wonderful companion of 13 years, it is the best thing you can do to put them down, as difficult as it is. I have learned that it is ok to cry buckets and grieve and be grateful for their companionship but still know that I would never bring them back to live in that used up body. I have learned that the support of friends Kitty Bohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02030621211779302151noreply@blogger.com