I am having problems with my horse, she will not move when i want her to do and not go places where i tell her to go. I have a whip but that doesnt boher her too much. My cousin told me to get a pair of spurs and use them lightly on the horse to teach her that im in control. Do you agree or am i not whipping her hard enough cause i dont hit her hard at all.
2006-10-02 05:43:22 · 12 answers · asked by john c 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Spurs would be a good idea. I use them and they arent cruel!!! You also have to be able to use some force and discipline with her. Everytime she doesnt move or do something you tell her to pull her head around and do about 5 little bitty circles each way if she doesnt move when you kick her to go into a circle then thats when you kick her harder with spurs. Horses are like kids. They know what they can get away with and remember it. If you dont discipline them then they go wild. Im not saying you beat your horse but dont let her get away with these kinds of things either. If your not whipping her hard is like when your parents would get you in trouble theyd just barely slap your hand and say now are we supposed to do that and walk away without stopping you from doing it.
2006-10-02 10:58:49 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
From reading your question it doesn't sound like you are experienced enough to handle this problem on your own. You very well might make the problem much worse if you do not handle the situation correctly.
Force rarely accomplishes much with a horse. The horse does have to understand that you are boss but to a certain extent.
I cannot help you much since there are too many factors that may be contributing to this problem. Is it a new problem, or ongoing? Have you had this horse for awhile? Are you SURE that her tack fits correctly? Did her last owner have the same problems?
She might not be being stubborn, maybe there is something causing her pain which is contributing to her not wanting to move.
Try reading some articles on this website and see if there is anything that you can try.
http://www.horsekeeping.com/horse-training-care-info.htm
If you cannot find something to help you then I would definitely consult with a professional trainer. They will be able to help you more accurately access the situation why she might be acting this way.
Good luck.
2006-10-02 06:05:19 · answer #2 · answered by msnite1969 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whips and spurs are to define a request, as an extension of the aid (eg arm, leg). If you are having trouble getting a horse to listen, hitting it will only make it worse. They are right when they say that it causes pain and disrespect, not obedience if used in the wrong context.
I know I'm the third person to say it but yes, go with parelli. It's not that she's dumb, but that she's outsmarting you. You need to be able to communicate with your horse, and violence will close that door for you, making her unmanageable.
The important things to remember are patience, consistency and respect. When I have horses that are uneducated or difficult to manage, I ask them again and again and I don't stop asking until they have done what I asked. As soon as they do, I stop asking and start praising. Regardless of what they do before hand, be it aggression, evasion, testing the waters, they need to know that I want them to do something and I won't stop until they get it right-BUT- as soon as they get it right, they get release, and feel good that they have done the right thing. It's also important not to expect too much too quickly. You have to be able to gauge the behaviour and judge whether it is insolence or you asking too much to cause the bahaviour.
The reward for her doing the right thing is for you to stop asking and start praising. Just be consistent, and be patient. Allow her time to work out that you are not leaving until she is going to show you respect and give you the response you are looking for, but also that you are a good leader and will not put her in danger, or scare her, and that you respect her and her abilities.
If you really want her to listen to you, you have to prove you are a worthy leader. Until then, she'll keep relying on her own judgement, which won't include you or your safety.
Good luck, and if you are ever, ever, in doubt about your own abilities, get a trainer/instructor in. They prove invaluable every time :)
2006-10-02 18:49:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spurs: NO.
Whip: NO.
When used to force a horse, which is what you are trying to do, these things teach a horse to HATE you, not respect you. Think of it this way: do you really want a 1000-pound animal hating you?
My horse, whom I started from the completely-pre-green stage, comes running when I call (whinneying all the way, if it's the first time she's seen me that day) and does what I ask whether at liberty (meaning that I don't have a rope on her) or not. Why? She TRUSTS me. She LIKES me. She RESPECTS me. You know why? I EARNED these feelings. I was FAIR to her, even when I had to be firm.
You lack knowledge so you want to resort to force. Don't. It doesn't work. You're not stronger than your horse nor are you faster. You have to be smarter. How?
www.Parelli.com
Please, make the best investment you will EVER make with horses and LEARN to understand it from the horse's point of view. She has feelings, too, you know. Help make them good ones towards you.
~DancesWithHorses~
2006-10-02 06:14:48 · answer #4 · answered by DancesWithHorses 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hitting horses is about as effective as hitting children.
Developing a relationship with a horse and having her see you as the leader cannot be based on violence. Look into the Parelli system or other natural horsemanship lessons. I highly recommend Parelli, it's been used with resounding success on troublesome rescued horses at my local rescue.
Also... if she's giving you problems under saddle, get her a checkup and make sure she's not having back problems or other health issues that make her not want to go.
2006-10-02 05:48:05 · answer #5 · answered by SLWrites 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like to me you should get off and do some ground work if it is a constant problem. And the best advise i can give is that you get the info from a trainer in the area. Whips and spurs work for somethings but is is best to think about other options. you do want them to know who is boss but man handling is not the way to do that. Clinton Anderson is a exellent trainer he has books and dvd series he is also on cables RFDTV. good luck
2006-10-02 05:52:08 · answer #6 · answered by Kadee 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I believe hitting a horse is Wrong. To wonder if you need to hit him harder bothers me a lot. I suggest you need lessons and/or a trainer. Spurs are never to be used by anyone except a highly advanced rider. They are NEVER used to hit the horse with them. They are only to be used as a communication aid. Exceptionally few horse ever respond to abuse. Spurs only touch the horses side to help in ques.
2006-10-02 07:18:23 · answer #7 · answered by mary texas 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don`t agree with whip or supers or Parelli because he rides his horses with a whip or stick. Bad.
REALLY CHECK IN TO Clinton Anderson he is reely great.!!!!!!!!!!
2006-10-02 07:50:37 · answer #8 · answered by horsesense1994 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you know how other horse get another to move.....Whatever it takes... the key to training is to be as gentle as possible,but forceful as necessary.............People who don't understand this,,rarely have successful programs ( I personally have seen Parrelli himself, kick the **** out of one),,.. Your in over your head, get help.
Animorphism, has done more harm than good to the overall equine human relationship,, in his world he gets punished corporeally for his crimes...those are his rules not ours.
2006-10-02 08:51:31 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spurs could do the trick, but they could also backfire on you (I pick the latter). Work on building an relationship of trust.
2006-10-02 05:52:59 · answer #10 · answered by wallcritter 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋