Re: RC: Fwd: RC: trailer tying

[CMKSAGEHIL@aol.com]

In a message dated 4/3/99 12:41:54 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
SugaFairy@aol.com writes:

<< How do you stop you horse from charging out the back of the trailer when 
you 
 stop? I hold the lead rope so he won't turn his head but he backs straight 
 out almost pulling me with him. >>

If you are putting any pressure on his head at all, he may be rushing back 
because he is resisting the pressure.  It may be that he has had pressure on 
his head in the past, and rushing has become a habit.  Make sure he is untied 
while the door is still closed, and then stand behind the trailer so that he 
comes out beside you.  Talk calmly, pat him on the rump (from off to the 
side), and try to soothe him after he comes out.  It often takes quite awhile 
to break a horse of this habit.

Heidi


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