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Before I went to play today, I rung Arran to ask him how I can porcupine/drive Lily's forequarters without her getting evasive and moving out of my reach too fast. He said that I needed her to respond rather than react so plenty of friendly and use lighter phases. I then went out and picked the field with her on line, I tucked her rope under a velcro cuff on my coat so I did have to hold her but the rope was by my hand if I needed it. I think she enjoyed some undemanding time with me and she was licking and chewing a lot and coming for cuddles. Afterwards, I didn't have much energy left so I played plenty of friendly with the CS around and on her face and did as Arran suggested with driving her forequarters round with much lower phases and she was a lot calmer because I'd stopped 'shouting' at her with such high phases. I played a little porcupine, refining her back up and then played 'touch it' to finish. Once she got the idea, she was very enthusiastic about putting her nose on things and recieving a treat!
Added: I must've done something right because this morning (7th) she trotted to me with a good expression on her face. Feedback! :) |
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My name is Lucy Middleton, I'm 17 years old and from the United Kingdom.
I started Parelli in January 2008 and it has been an incredible journey so far.
Pre-Parelli I did the best with what I knew but now I know better; I want to do better!
This is my blog to document my progress as a natural horseman.
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I am owned by this gorgeous piebald cob mare, Lily. She's an interesting character, fun to play with and is a great teacher.
There's more about her on her own page.
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It's not about disposable horses; it's about relationships for life.
It's not about quick fixes and artificial aids, it's about savvy; true understanding and expertise.
It's not about winning and others losing; It's about win-win: you and the horse need to feel good.
It's not about me me me; It's about changing the world for horses, becoming a person of knowledge and influence, and sharing what you know.
It's not about fear and doubt; It's about unconditional love and trust.
Love for the empowerment of others and trust that you'll never ask the horse to do something that would hurt or diminish his dignity.
Reveal your horse. Discover your potential. Live your dream.
-Parelli
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way cool Lucy!!!
Karie