20 year old horse
old race horse that got stuck i a barn not used for 6 years.
now i have it and have gained a lot of trust.
rides like a dream but dosn't like water.
i just want to learn how to jump.
please teach me so i can learn and i can teach my horse.
2006-11-26 02:35:48 · 12 answers · asked by BJ 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
I think you should really find a trainer who can help you. If the horse is still in a good condition, I don't see why he couldn't jump. You could start with trotting over poles, which are on the ground. This way you get him used to going over the poles. Then I would start with little cross jumps. But since you're a beginner, you should go and find somebody who can help you.
2006-11-26 04:00:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Teaching a horse to do anything is not a beginners job especialy if you have never jumped yourself. It can become very dangerous. However, if you are dead set on teaching this horse, I would get a trainer. The rider needs to feel OK going over jumps before even beginning to teach a horse. All horses have some sense when it comes to jumping. Start by going over ground poles at the w/t/c until the horse is comfortable. Then set up a small cross rail and see how he does on the lounge w/o a rider first. Then I would lay out about 3 ground poles about 2 strides apart with a cross rail at the end of the line. You should expect some over jumping because your horse doesn't really know how much power he needs to get over the jump. I personally would advise against teaching a 20 yr old horse to jump because of his racing career was probably hard on his body to begin with. Number one piece of advice is to find a Jumper of Hunter trainer. They can help you every step of the way.
2006-11-26 09:13:57 · answer #2 · answered by kellp123 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sweetie, it's probably not kind to make this old fellow jump. Riding on the flat should be OK if he is healthy, but jumping is a bit much for an older horse.
Take everyone's advice and take lessons. We can't teach you through Yahoo! Answers. Sounds like you have a great friend and the horse does, too. Asking a vet who can examine the horse is your best bet, because all we can do is assume, since we haven't met the horse. Good luck!
2006-11-27 08:47:13 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi - I give you credit for taking in an old guy like this. What a sweet heart you have. I hope you have years of fun and enjoyment with him/her.
Before trying to jump I'd be sure to have the vet out to check and make sure your new horse is healthy enough to start a training probram. Be sure the vet checks legs, teeth and hoof soundness so you don't hurt him/her in any way.
You'll need to start this horse in a conditioning program slowly. Be sure to cool him/her down sufficiently before putting him/her back in the stall to eat or drink.
Give you and your horse time to get to know each other before taking on the jumps. I'd suggest you start taking lessons at a barn on a lesson horse until you have the feel for what you are doing. You can also put your horse into training with someone. Just be sure they understand you don't want to go too hard on this old guy and want to do this for fun (I'm guessing).
There's lots to say on this subject but not knowing if you want to do this for fun or serious competition - I'm going to end here.
Take care of you and take care of your sweet ole' guy/gal - they're very fortunate to have found you. Respect, love and cherish this precious gift.
Hope this helps.
2006-11-26 03:40:25 · answer #4 · answered by karaborr 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Firstly, Get an expert to help you. Take it slowly and start with tortting and cantering poles and then raise the poles and jump that height until the horse is confident and then raise the height again. I have been riding a +-14 year old 16hh Thoroughbred horse since june who hadn't been ridden in a year and had no jumping experience. When she arrived at my stables she wouldn't go over 30cm crosses coz she was so nervous. After taking it slowly with her and getting help from various instructors she is confidently jumping 70cm at the moment. Good luck and remember to be kind, passive and patient.
2006-11-27 07:02:46 · answer #5 · answered by Horse crazy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should take lessons some where and take it slow. You will not be able to train a horse how to jump if you don't even know how to jump. You should hire a trainer to train your horse and you should take lessons to learn yourself.
2006-11-26 03:10:19 · answer #6 · answered by JM. 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I`m not an expert on horses - but is 20 years old - old ? If so, he may not be able to be trained that late in life(?)
2006-11-26 02:37:46 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it might not be a good idea for u not to try to jump on a older horse that has never done it before. u could hurt the horse and ur self
2006-11-28 13:42:47 · answer #8 · answered by kooneyedkellie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that he might be beyond his prime to learn to jump and unfortunately you are not prepared to train him as you are a beginner yourself. See if you can take lessons with him somewhere. You need to learn to ride first. You will not be ready to jump for a few years.
2006-11-26 02:55:11 · answer #9 · answered by msnite1969 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it may be too late in life. try this website it will give you'll find information on jumping and teaching your horse.
www.youngrider.com
take it steady with him/her
good luck x
2006-11-26 03:12:34 · answer #10 · answered by megster 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋