I made a last minute decision to go to Libby's clinic this past weekend. It was the right decision.
I really didn't learn anything new, but things were reinforced and somethings that I didn't view as very important right now are. Things to work on now:
Have a job. It takes the emphases off of the horse and gives us both something to think about.
Pick away at things.
Work on what is presented at the moment.
Sing a song when the fear starts to creep up. It helps me breathe.
Breathe. (I have been working on this one for a while now)
Help him get away from scary things. Be part of the solution, not the problem.
Be sure to show him that he has a way out, if he knows its there he may not need it but will feel better.
Don't nag, don't be critical. Reward for every try.
Give him a neutral place to be in.
Trust him!!!
Before we came home 3 of us took our horses on a trail ride out back around the pasture along the tree line. It was a nice way to end the weekend. Chance enjoyed it too.
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I'm glad it was a good clinic with Libby! I was sorry to miss it, however I was busy enjoying myself at a Mark Rashid clinic in New Hampshire! Congrats on the doggy biscuit business!
The clinic with Libby was great. I alway get exactly what I need when I go to the clinics and I love working with Libby. The Mark Rashid clinic must have been awesome. I would love to watch him sometime!
Thanks for the congrats on the doggy biscuits, I am amazed at how busy I am. I have a few orders for Christmas now along with the stores I am selling them in.
Life is good! My only wish is for nice weather and more time to ride this winter. Chance and I are in such a good place, I don't like the idea of the weather holding us back!
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