Saturday, 7 July 2012
Book Recommendations
For you to learn more about horses, here is a book recommendation.We will post more recommendations from time to time:
"The Complete Encyclopedia of Horses & Ponies: 1000 pictures and nearly 200 breeds.By Tamsin Pickeral
Friday, 6 July 2012
My First Pony
A Pony Of Your Own
All riders dream to have their pony of their own, but having a pony is a big commitment. You are responsible to look after your pony so it's not enough to know how to ride you need to learn how to take care of him.
Here are some questions to ask yourself before you take on that commitment.
1.Can you really afford it?
It's not just he cost to buy. You will be paying everything he needs: new shoes, vet's fees, feed, tack, bandages and so on.
2.Do you have enough time for him?
You can't just take him out for a ride when you feel like it. You must exercise him every single day. And don't forget about feeding, grooming, mucking out or tack cleaning.
3.Is there an expert who can help out?
If your parents don't know anything about ponies, you'll need support and help such as staff or instructor in the local stables to help you out.
4.Do you have somewhere to keep him?
A backyard is not enough. A pony needs at least an acre (1/2 hectare) of land to grass. You also need to consider where to ride him too.
Getting Experience
The best way to get experience to take care of your pony is to help out at your local riding stables.By working with several different ponies, you will know how ponies behave and find out the best ways of dealing with them. When it comes to getting your own pony you will have a clearer idea of what type of pony suits you the best. Spending time in the stable is also a good way to meet horsy people. Be prepared for hard work and an early start.
(picture taken from http://www.hivronhorsehaven.co.uk/facilities.html)
Pay attention to daily routines.
Learn how the different various chores are carried out like grooming, mucking out and tack cleaning.
(picture from http://equestrianbay.co.uk/#/shop/4564415044/Grooming)
Watch how the pony is loaded into a horse box or prepared for a vet or farrier, and pick up tips for when you have to do it.
The Right Pony For You
(picture from http://www.ponyclubclassifieds.co.uk/2nd-ponygymkhanapc/)
Not every pony suits every rider, which is why it's important to assess your own riding ability and confidence before you choose. Think carefully about what you plan to do together too. Choose a pony that enjoy the same activities that you do.
A calm pony helps give a nervous rider confidence. If you are nervous,a pony will sense fear so look for one with a quiet temperament and gentle manner.
All riders dream to have their pony of their own, but having a pony is a big commitment. You are responsible to look after your pony so it's not enough to know how to ride you need to learn how to take care of him.
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| (image got from,whatever.scalzi.com) |
1.Can you really afford it?
It's not just he cost to buy. You will be paying everything he needs: new shoes, vet's fees, feed, tack, bandages and so on.
2.Do you have enough time for him?
You can't just take him out for a ride when you feel like it. You must exercise him every single day. And don't forget about feeding, grooming, mucking out or tack cleaning.
3.Is there an expert who can help out?
If your parents don't know anything about ponies, you'll need support and help such as staff or instructor in the local stables to help you out.
4.Do you have somewhere to keep him?
A backyard is not enough. A pony needs at least an acre (1/2 hectare) of land to grass. You also need to consider where to ride him too.
Getting Experience
The best way to get experience to take care of your pony is to help out at your local riding stables.By working with several different ponies, you will know how ponies behave and find out the best ways of dealing with them. When it comes to getting your own pony you will have a clearer idea of what type of pony suits you the best. Spending time in the stable is also a good way to meet horsy people. Be prepared for hard work and an early start.
(picture taken from http://www.hivronhorsehaven.co.uk/facilities.html)
Pay attention to daily routines.
Learn how the different various chores are carried out like grooming, mucking out and tack cleaning.
(picture from http://equestrianbay.co.uk/#/shop/4564415044/Grooming)
Watch how the pony is loaded into a horse box or prepared for a vet or farrier, and pick up tips for when you have to do it.
The Right Pony For You
(picture from http://www.ponyclubclassifieds.co.uk/2nd-ponygymkhanapc/)
Not every pony suits every rider, which is why it's important to assess your own riding ability and confidence before you choose. Think carefully about what you plan to do together too. Choose a pony that enjoy the same activities that you do.
A calm pony helps give a nervous rider confidence. If you are nervous,a pony will sense fear so look for one with a quiet temperament and gentle manner.
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