when i take him out of my pen he dosen't want to run just walk.
2007-02-01 07:36:57 · 10 answers · asked by rogerwal16 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
He might not be feeling well or even have an injury...but that would be an obvious thing
Just as you dont like to run all the time neither do horses, Horses like to walk and graze, they really rarely ever run full speed around pens, He's fine I am sure
He sounds like all the horses on my farm, Content to walking the pens =)
If we are talking like riding wise, Then maybe he doesnt have the build to run, bringing me back to my whole injury point, maybe hes pulled a tendon...best bet would be to ask a professional and/or vet
2007-02-01 07:46:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
Some people have suggested using spurs or a crop to get your horse to move, but unless you are an experienced rider who knows how to used the aids properly, that would be a monumentally bad idea. The point (no pun intended) of using spurs or a crop is to make your signals to the horse more clear and forceful - the difference between yelling an instruction and softly speaking one. Obviously, it's better not to use either of these aids when just out hacking if you absolutely don't need to, and if you are not experience in using them then you should rule it out.
The horse should be checked by a vet and your farrier to make sure that there are no health reasons why he's so unresponsive, and to make sure that his feet and shoes are in good condition. What is his behavior like when he's not under saddle? If he's generally listless or reluctant to walk or run, there may be a medical reason. It may be something as simple as changing his diet to feeds with a bit more "heat", or there may be something more serious medically. Either way, let the vet guide you.
Be willing to take a hard look at how you are riding. I've seen many frustrated riders kicking the living hell out of their mounts because they wouldn't run, while they were pulling back on their reins. If you are being clear with your signals and your horse is in good health, then a bit of remedial training for him may be in order. Work him in a ring with someone watching from the ground to see what exactly you and the horse is doing.
2007-02-01 16:50:24 · answer #2 · answered by Ravanne_1 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Definitelyy get him checked out by your vet first. As the other people have mentioned, he may have an injury. If he is sound then all you need to do is encourage him and get his confidence up. When you are riding let him have a big loose rein. I would stay away from the spurs and crops, they may just turn him sour. Use a lead rope or a set of macate reins. Swing the rope back and forth by his flank gently. If he doesn't start picking up the pace, start tapping him just an ounce more. As soon as he speeds up just the tiny bit stop and reward him. Soon you'll be galloping all over the town. And most important, your horse will be enjoying it as well.
2007-02-01 15:55:27 · answer #3 · answered by Horsetrainer89 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Hey Roger
There are "Couch Potato" horses just like people:)
He might be interested in getting exercise with a companion,or on a lunge line. But if your just trying to get him to run about when he is on turnout like pasture,stay safe and let him be. Why not Instead,try leading him while jogging alongside him, and praising him if he picks up the speed! Good for both of you. He is sound and healthy?
2007-02-01 15:51:49 · answer #4 · answered by Zair 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
take a crop out with you and try some spurs. I would try bumper spurs first they are less severe and encourage the horse to have some get up and go. make him trot and canter before making him go out in a full out gallop, and make sure he is warmed up enough. if he still refuses to run tap him on the shoulder with the crop and if that doesnt work tell him you mean business with a quick kick in his side and smacking his rear with the crop. (this does not hurt him at all!!! only gets his attention!)
there is absolutely NOTHING wrong with using spurs or a crop unless you go out beating your horse with them. I dont see why if a horse is fine in the pen why it would need to go to the vet because it wont run outside of the pen, sounds as if he is just stubborn, which I have run into my fair share of those horses. If you are comfortable in your abilities as a rider try the crop and spurs or try to get a more experienced rider to break him of this habit. Good Luck!!! =)
2007-02-01 15:47:59 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋
If he's already a seasoned horse you may choose to use spurs or a riding crop. But my experience not only as a veterinarian and horse trainer is that if your horse isn't wanting to exhibit forward movement there may be something medically wrong with him- such as sore muscles or joints, laminitis, improper shod, or improper saddle fit. Try talking to your vet before you try out spurs or a crop- making him go forward could harm him further if he is hurting.
2007-02-01 15:46:14 · answer #6 · answered by silvaspurranch 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
What's the point of making him run?
Are you talking the need for forward training under saddle? Just to watch him run? Do you need to train him how to longe?
Your question is incomplete.
2007-02-01 16:52:43 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Are you referring to lunging or riding?
2007-02-02 13:17:42 · answer #8 · answered by Veneta T 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
try checking his legs and try to us spurs and kick him or u could also us a whip
2007-02-01 18:30:06 · answer #9 · answered by andriaf1 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
well let it do what ever if you are letting it outside by itself but if you are lunging it use a whip!
2007-02-01 15:53:45 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋