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Living the Horseback Riding Dream – Horseback Riding Lessons
By Dog Lover | November 25, 2009
Although some horses (like some people) have the good fortune to die peacefully in their sleep of old age, most horses will eventually reach a stage (due to severe injury, disease or incapacity) where the most humane action is to put them down. For the horse owner, this can be a very difficult and painful decision, in terms of when a horse should be put down, as well as how. This article is the personal view of one horse owner on this subject.
I guess for some, it’s easy to fall into the comfort zone rut of ring riding, but a well-rounded horse and rider, should be able to handle a variety of riding environments. I’ve seen fantastic “show hunters” perform on the buckle in a ring, yet outside of their “training bubble” fall to pieces when presented with the challenge of working in a wide open field alone or with others. I’ve witnessed great hackers, crumble when presented the challenge of true collection and hind quarter engagement in a dressage ring. Have you ever caught yourself asking the following?
“Uh oh, what’s gonna happen when that tractor passes, or that dog runs past us, or that cow in the field next door walks by, or the donkey or miniature from the barn across the way walks past, or heaven forbid…. a horse or pony carriage passes by?”
Are you wondering, like many of these, how to get started with horse riding lessons?
Life’s issues, work, family, etc. may squelch the desire at times but, from what I’ve learned over the years talking to lots of folks, that desire is always there. Many in that 40 – 60 range are now financially able handle horseback riding lessons – but aren’t sure how to start.
Yet some simply can’t afford lessons, let alone keeping their own horse. But they want to learn enough about riding so they can go on a trail ride or go with a friend.
How
When your horse has reached the point where it needs to be put down, the question is no longer ‘when’ but rather ‘how’.
The normal methods are by injection (sedative overdose) or by a slaughter gun which fires a bolt directly into the brain. In both cases, this should be done by a professional. In particular, the use of a slaughter gun should be done by an experienced person, as inexperienced people have been known to shoot the horse without killing it on first attempt, resulting in terrible pain until the mistake can be corrected. Whatever one might see in western movies, the use of a hunting gun is highly questionable, due to the risk that the bullet may not penetrate the thick skill and immediately end the horse’s life.
Learn many of the secrets the professional instructors use before you ever put your foot in the stirrup. Imagine – trail riding in the hills, mountains or the beach. Enjoying the thrill of riding, handling your horse and fulfilling that dream.
Act on that DREAM of riding – start soon with horseback riding lessons! You’ll be glad you did
Resource Author Francisco Rodriguez Higueras
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