My sisters new horse how tame it to ride?

Question

There are marks on the horse like its been wiped/ spired. So it she cant ride it and allmost got kicked off. When we 1st went to see it it let her ride it with no problems. Now we got her down to my sister yard she cant ride her at all. The horse is very fat we were told that she was not pageant but we dont know. Can any one help.

Answer 1

OKAY MAYBE THE HORSE WAS DRUGGED WHEN YOU FISRT RODE IT THAT WOULD EXPLAIN WHY IT WAS QUIET.
HAVE YOU SPOKEN TO THE PREVIUOS OWNERS ABOUT ANY TREATMENTS THAT SHE MAY HAVE BEEN ON. IS THERE ANY THING DIFFERENT THAT YOU ARE DOING TO WHEN YOU VIEWED THE HORSE? FIRST THING TRY AND GET THE WEIGHT OFF IF SHE IS TOO HEAVY IT CAN LED TO SERIOUS PROBLEMS LATTER.

DEFINATELY GET A SECOND OPINION AND ASK FOR VETS ADVISE IF YOU DONT KNOW OF ANY HORSEY PEOPLE.

Answer 2

O dear, did you not have her vetted before you bought her? Get a vet out immediately to check her over. It really important you do this. When she first rode her, she may have been drugged up to calm her down and make her behave. This happens a lot. And then when they settle into your yard, the drug wears off and they become vicious, naughty, or however they were before they were drugged. This is why I cannot stress enough the importance of having a horse vetted before you buy them.

The only thing you can do now is wait for the vet and see if she is ok.

As for the naughtiness issue, see what the vet says first, as it may be a medical issue. For now, I wouldn't ride her until she has been seen. If she is given the ok, then you will have to seek help from a qualified instructor to help you with her, you can't do this on your own.

Answer 3

If you would give me a few more details it would be easier but ill try, When your horse was at its home it probably felt secure that no one would hurt it. Most likely the horse got those marks from the person who broke it. If the horse is fine around you with something like a halter in your hand and just kinda loosly swinging it then that might not be the case. If the marks hurt the horse then that could be a reason that it bucks. If you have a different saddle than what you first rode with it could be putting presure where the other saddle didnt. I hope that helps

Answer 4

First thing you need to do is get this horse checked out by a vet to see if its in foal.
By the sounds of it, the horse was drugged when you went to visit it - problem horses can be sedated to make the prospective buyer think they're quiet horses. In future circumstances, when going to view a horse - turn up unexpected so the owner cannont have the opportunity to do this.
Are you sure the saddle you're using fits this horse ok? If its pinching or hurting her, she'll react by bucking your sister off.
Your vet is the first person to get up - followed by an experienced saddler who will establish if the saddle you're using is sufficient.
I would also get onto the person you bought the horse from to see if the animal has ever behaved like this before.

Answer 5

a lot of horses find it very hard when they move into a new yard. Maybe you need to give the riding a break until she is more settled.

You could try askin the previous owners about your problem, maybe they can help.

Try and turn the horse out as much as possible with other horses to give it a chance to settle in and make a few friends.

Spend lots of time with her, grooming and playing around in the field.

I would also check if the saddle and bridle/bit fit correctly, especially if your sister has changed this.

Good luck, time and patience and love makes a good horse. remember that when things get rough

Answer 6

If the horse has been whipped or spurred then it will be "people shy." Don't try to ride for several weeks. Simply take treats, like apples or carrots, out to the horse two or three times a day. If the horse is real shy you may have to leave the treats on the ground at first. Talk gently, not impatiently, and don't make any sudden or over quick moves. When the horse finally comes up to you for the treat, rub its nose then breathe into it's face gently while talking to it. Your breath will help the horse get to know you and it will be able to find you easily in a crowd. Do this for several days.

When the horse trusts you enough to come up to you on its own and without coaxing then it is time to saddle it. But don't ride it yet. Walk the horse around with the saddle on for 30 minutes for several days. If it stays gentle with the saddle then you can attempt to ride. If the horse shies when you attempt to mount, try taking it to a pond, shallow river or lake and wade in until it's legs are nearly covered, then mount. Talk quietly and encouragingly the whole time. It may take several attempts but be patient and eventually you will gain the horses trust.

Before any of this, though, have the horse checked by a vet or someone who knows horses well. They can check the horses health and your equipment to make sure there is nothing wrong with your horse and to make sure your equipment is right for that particular horse. The wrong bit can mean a big difference in a horses behavior.

Answer 7

I would go to the vet and have blood taken. if the horse was druged to give your sister a good ride at the sellers yard but has warn off you can sell it back. Now the marks, if they have healed I wouldn't think anyhing of them but be warry as to what the horse sees. I had a horse that was wipe shy. I had to ride him with out any helpers. I got over it. if the vet gives you a clear bill of heath find a good trainer in what ever riding style you do (English or western) and stick to it. also make sure the saddle fits. both styles have dif. saddles but they sit the same. size the horse and make sure it fits right. saddle pinch is # one for bad horse days.

Answer 8

It may be that the horse had been drugged when you first went to see it. This is not uncommon when people are trying to sell fiesty horses.
Has the horse been properly broken in for riding? If not, or if you are not sure, it would be wise to get professional help with this, especially if it is an older horse (3 years plus). You can break them in yourself but this can require some equipment which you may not have like different weights for the horses back. As far as I am aware it costs around £300-500 to get a horse broken in.
Your vet would be able to advise you whether the horse is pregnant or not.
If the horse is heavily pregnant, then this may be the reason you are unable to ride it.

Answer 9

My advice. Lots of loving. Horses are just as emotional as humans are. If we're ignored or forgotten, we're upset. If we're beaten or abused... we're upset. It sounds to me like there are many things that factor into her acting the way she is. #1. Her scars. If she's been abused in the past - she will never forget that. #2. Being moved. It's just as much an insecure and scary feeling for horses to be moved as it is for humans to move. #3. Her weight. Horses know when they feel well and when they don't. I'm sure the excessive weight ties into all of the above and has created a big load of stress for her.

Spend lots of time around her. If you can touch her, just rub on her and talk to her. If she won't come near you... just stand by the fence with some carrots or apples and be vocal with her. That will let her know you are seeking her company. I don't advise hauling loads of tack out just yet (or even lounging as mentioned above) She needs to feel safe in her surroundings. That includes barn, pasture, other pets and people. Gain her trust by not trying to overcome her. Be a friend. When you build that trust... you will know.

Answer 10

Did you have the horse vetted when you bought it? This would have told you whether she is pregnant and if she was possibly drugged. If she was not vetted then you should get a vet to check her over first.

Give her some time to settle in, if she has been beaten she will need to learn to trust you both. I would spend less time worrying about riding her and do some groundwork with her, spend time grooming her, leading her from the ground .

Long reining is a good exercise for increasing a horses confidence.
Do you have anyone can help and advise you i.e instructor or experienced friend??