Could I have opinions please from people who actually have horses/know a lot about them.
Should I send my horse away to the trainer for a couple of months. He is already broke, he just needs training so he'll be ready to show.
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Will be an excellent show horse
Will be a lot calmer when ridden
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will cost money of course
Will be away from home, and could only see him around once a month
2007-01-03 12:34:17 · 13 answers · asked by Wishineverynight 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
I think it would be best to send him. This way he will gain experience, and he will be ready to go.
http://www.horsetrainingvideos.com/
check out that site it has helpful training tips
also you may want to google it, or I can give you other websites.
2007-01-03 12:35:20 · answer #1 · answered by mlbfan 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
These days it is much better for the rider to learn with the horse because it will learn to feel YOU in what YOU want. Every person is different in how they ride and feel their horse. If you really want your horse to excell in show, ride him with the trainer coaching you. First you might give the trainer a week alone with the horse, so he can "polish"him up, then you need to come in and ride him. I love to work with the owner and the horse together because in the long run the horse really connects to you, and can almost do what you want before you even cue for it! Find somewhere closer to home if possible, and a trainer who will be willing to work with you as well as the horse.
2007-01-04 15:04:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The training is much better when you help. That can mean actually riding him while he is in training, or just being around. Don't just send your horse off to some trainer
2007-01-04 00:15:30 · answer #3 · answered by supernatural_luver 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
hmm.... well what you could do is what we're doing at the stables in a few weeks.... send the horse to a trainer for only a week at a time. though we don't have show horses currently, we have a few skittish horses.
you could save the money and just keep him ridden down by riding him every day and keeping him stretched. if the problem is that he is too rambunctious to ride in a show, that is your best bet.
2007-01-03 21:53:03 · answer #4 · answered by emilymarie 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If it would benefit either of you, I'd do it. Better trained horses are always good! I train horses myself, and after I put 30 days of consistant riding, they are so much better! They even enjoy bing worked with, and they're more fit and conditioned. And remember to always be consistant so you don't un-do the trainers work, I've seen it happen all to often. Good Luck!
2007-01-03 20:55:00 · answer #5 · answered by hailey718 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
if u are inexperienced then trainer definatley! If not u should maybe try to do something half and halfwith the trainer...so you can have a hand in the training and the horse will respect you more.
2007-01-03 22:03:38 · answer #6 · answered by suki c 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ya you could if you think it would pay of. you dont want to send him & him not be a good show horse that would just be a waste. if you do send him be sure you visit him so he will remember you & mabey you could ask to ride him so he will not get used to the same rider riding him. cuz every rider feels different + you well know if they are doing there job correctly. it should not cost much if he is already broke & well mannered.
GOOD LUCK IN THE SHOW RING!!!!!!!!!!
2007-01-03 20:43:44 · answer #7 · answered by redneck/cowgirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find a trainer that's closer to you, so you can be involved in the training. one of the major obstacles trainers face is overtrained horses and undertrained owners. Just because your horse is smarter, doesn't mean you are.
2007-01-04 14:15:29 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It honestly depends on several things. If you are going to be the one showing him you need time to practice and participate in the training so you can keep up the curicculum. If the costs are going to severly hurt your family. Don't do it. If it will benefit you and your horse without much sacrafice. Go ahead and do it. Ride your horse whenever you can so he knows he's yours and he doesn't get used to some other rider.
2007-01-03 21:12:28 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I'd send him to the trainer. You'll like the finished product a lot more, ride him more often and enjoy owning him more. Its only for a few months, you can tough it out, if you can afford it. I would do it.
2007-01-04 16:08:01 · answer #10 · answered by nokhada5 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My advice is yes I would send him to a trainer.It will increase the value of your horse you'll both be happier in the long run.Make sure you pick a knowledgable one with references.I am saving up to send my three year old to the trainers.He's my best buddy and I'm gonna miss him alot!But it'll be worth it!
2007-01-04 19:24:27 · answer #11 · answered by izzie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋