Ellin does not like to longe. Tack? Fine. Bath? We're working on it. People up high? Fine as long as she can chew on their shoes. Strange dogs, birds, mailboxes and trashcans? Easy peasy. She'll even pick up her massive feet, though not for very long. But don't ask her to move around a small area. She seems to know what she was made for, and she's got her own agenda. It does not involve trotting in a circle under tack.
I believe in compromise. I like to think I'm an equitable trainer. That's why yesterday Steve, Ellin, a Newfie puppy and I walked the 1.6 mile round trip to the end of the road and back. Ellin LOVED it! She carried the Aussie saddle, bridle, and martingale. Next time she will carry reins and stirrups...and 50lb. Mr. Bluejeans!! We'll continue going up and down the road, first at a walk, then trotting uphill, until she carries 100lb. Mr. Bluejeans and returns without breaking a sweat.
Hope's eye looks better. She goes back tomorrow for a recheck.
I believe in compromise. I like to think I'm an equitable trainer. That's why yesterday Steve, Ellin, a Newfie puppy and I walked the 1.6 mile round trip to the end of the road and back. Ellin LOVED it! She carried the Aussie saddle, bridle, and martingale. Next time she will carry reins and stirrups...and 50lb. Mr. Bluejeans!! We'll continue going up and down the road, first at a walk, then trotting uphill, until she carries 100lb. Mr. Bluejeans and returns without breaking a sweat.
Hope's eye looks better. She goes back tomorrow for a recheck.
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