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Post by htrimm08 on Jan 10, 2011 11:59:35 GMT -3
/\ very good point
I had my two horses at my barn last summer, wind, rain or shine you have to get up in the morning to feed, if im not doing anything with the horses that day I'll go back around dinnertime to check on them, and groom them, and then again at night to feed.. not to mention the unexpected calls at 6 am that my horses have gotten out, or waking up to find them on my lawn.. then spending hours trying to figure out how the hell they got out.. or fixing fences in the pouring rain, taking extra time to tend to minor cuts or injuries, keeping the paddock clean, cleaning out stalls everyday.. etc..
having to take care of them on your own is a HUGE responsibility.. i really liked having them at my own place, but there were so many days where I just wished I could not have to worry about anything and just hop on my horse to go for a ride, or wished I could just go on a vacation.. just three days away from them had me way too stressed out.
i love boarding <3 lol
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Post by maria1008123 on Jan 10, 2011 19:34:28 GMT -3
Actually I am very experienced. I have ridden and practiced with trainers and have been in classes for proper grooming and health. I should soon be getting a job at a nearby stable, and I am getting ready to lease. I have been involved with them since I was 6 so I think I can handle a horse of my own.  So yes please tell me more of your stories and how you had to convince your parents! I would also like to know how you kept up woth the finances. Thanks!!!! ;D |
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Post by maria1008123 on Jan 10, 2011 19:38:45 GMT -3
Also I plan on boarding!!!  yaya! It will be alot easier for me, plus if I work there then hopfully I can set up a bargain where If I work there then they will take the cost off my boarding fee. Who knows... Hopefully I willl be able to post a picture of a Gypsy Vanner that I have drawn. |
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Post by maria1008123 on Jan 10, 2011 19:41:51 GMT -3
How do you improve your rankings? I have tried everything! Sighs
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Post by Krista on Jan 10, 2011 21:19:05 GMT -3
what "trainers" have you been taught under? or do you mean coaches? what discipline do you ride and out of which stable? there's a lot more to owning a horse then knowing to ride and basic health stuff, a LOT more!
your rankings improve the longer you're an active member on the forum..
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Post by shelly on Jan 10, 2011 21:31:14 GMT -3
Yes, what trainers are you talking about? The horse community in NL is pretty small and tight-knit. There are very, very few "real" trainers and instructors on the island so you're almost guaranteed someone on here would know of them.
And what do you mean by classes for proper grooming and health?? I just find it odd that you keep talking about knowing how to groom as proof of how experienced you are....that's probably one of the least important parts of owning a horse.
Again, not trying to pick on you, but I've seen too many times people coming on here claiming experience with no real proof, and some members here will tear it apart and not be nice about it.
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Post by Anstey on Jan 11, 2011 15:28:13 GMT -3
I never got my first horse 'till I was 20. I had been leasing Cabbie for 2 years when I finally bought him and have been working as a stable hand at Clovelly for over 5 years now. But actually getting a stable job can be pretty difficult. Most barn owners don't like to hire young or inexperienced individuals as so many things can happen in the run of a day. I have dealt with colic, pretty serious cuts and other injuries, getting kicked, run-over, bitten, crazy horses and other dangerous situations. I am not putting you down, but just be aware of some of the things you may need to deal with if you manage to get a job at a barn.
Me and mom went halfs on Cabbie. We have always owned horses in my backyard, but these were pets. I think I can count on one hand how many times I rode keza. These horses belonged to my mom and my first riding horse was Cabbie.
I don't have Cabbie at my house as I know I will never ride him if he's there. I still have to take care of my "oversized pets" but they're retired and they get to eat and roam all day. Nothing else is expected of them. 9:30 yesterday morning my neighbours called cause they got loose and ran up thru the woods. Not a fun thing to have to deal with when your home by yourself!
Also you need to consider your parents financial situation. Maybe they cannot afford one at the moment or they are afraid to make the commitment to spending so much money over such a long period. It is very expensive. Mom helped me pay for Cabbie's buying price but I pay board,feet, and vet and any other associated costs.
If your old enough to get a real job (I don't know your age) if a barn job is unavailable you can approach your parents to help pay for things if that is one of the main concerns.
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Post by maria1008123 on Jan 11, 2011 18:00:43 GMT -3
I am telling you guys now. I am an experienced rider, I have been researching for the past 4 years every night, I have ridden with them and pretty much grown up with them. I have dealt with Colic, and other problems. Grooming is definatly important. You dont just own a horse to ride it. Sorry but being criticized bothers me All I am asking for here is a chance to make a few friends and learn a little. Thanks tho! |
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Post by Steff on Jan 11, 2011 20:04:33 GMT -3
i got bella when i was 11 years old, and i am 15 now. i had been riding for 6 years at the time and leasing different horse for abut 3 or 4 years before i was looking at a horse. i now work at Clovelly and i have been taking lessons once a week for about 10 years now! good luck |
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Post by Krista on Jan 11, 2011 21:03:59 GMT -3
if you're experienced share your experiences with us.. that's all everyone's asking, no one is critisizing you..
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Post by ~*Emily.S*~ on Jan 11, 2011 22:10:25 GMT -3
Thanks! That was very informational! But very very useful! I have had a fair amount of experience with horses. I have seen a mare give birth. I have ridden different breeds of horses. I have even tacked and groomed them. But how can you really convince your parents 100%? lol, I have tacked and groomed them,seen a mare give birth,ridden a million diffrent breeds,,,,and WAY more!! but that does not mean I should have a horse right now!! I am leasing first so I really know! but what you said makes no sence! there is WAY more to owning a horse than that!!! you have to know about there health,training,safety,ect!! and if what you said above is all you know and did with horse than you dont know enough to own one right now!! sorry to bring you down but girl you need to know more than that,I can understand why you mom and dad wont get you a horse at the moment!! just get some lessons,lease,and help take care of horses!!! take it slow because you want to know as much as you can before you jump into getting your own horse and having to do every thing your self!! where do you live??? some people give lessons,lease,ect it would help you know more about horses and you mom and dad will see that you can take care of a horse and it will help you convince them more!! so if we knew where you lived we could help you find one!! |
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Post by ~*Emily.S*~ on Jan 11, 2011 22:17:25 GMT -3
Actually I am very experienced. I have ridden and practiced with trainers and have been in classes for proper grooming and health. I should soon be getting a job at a nearby stable, and I am getting ready to lease. I have been involved with them since I was 6 so I think I can handle a horse of my own. So yes please tell me more of your stories and how you had to convince your parents! I would also like to know how you kept up woth the finances. Thanks!!!! ;D "I have ridden and practiced with trainers and have been in classes for proper grooming and health" I have never heard of these!! where did you get them too??? you keep saying all of this yet you did not know the simplest things about first horses like the breed to get! or the best bit (witch you would have learned from a trainer) or what a green broke horse was,witch is one of the first things you should know!! any trainer or class would tell you that!! not trying to be mean but all of this seems a little wired to me! but that is just my point of view!! Edit: also this would not be a training log since it is not at all about training a horse it would fit better in the "General" part of this board! just though I would point that out! |
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Post by maria on Jan 13, 2011 15:05:57 GMT -3
The worst thing you can do when buying a horse, or trying to learn everything you can is to assume you know more then you actually do. It can be very hard to realistically admit what you do and don't know. I'm sure everyone on the forum can tell you the mistakes that come from over estimating your abilities. Now, where do you live?! Once people know that we can actually help you. What barn are you going to board/work at? And what trainers have you ridden with? Do you ride english or western for a start?! Trust me, people aren't criticizing you, look back to old posts and see how some members reacted to people saying they "knew everything and were experienced" and you'll see how nice people are actually being  Someone who REALLY wants to learn will listen to others with an open mind and admit when they are in the wrong. |
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Post by Vicky on Jan 15, 2011 22:22:42 GMT -3
Leeeets get ready to ruuummbbllleeeeee
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Post by Emily C on Jan 16, 2011 11:51:09 GMT -3
No offence, but if you dont know what greenbroke is, then you shouldnt be looking for your first horse! Like the others said, keep taking lessons and riding etc.
Id love to know what "trainers" youve been riding with, and where youve been taking the classes on health care? Do you live in NL?
Good luck with it, I got my first horse when I was 8, a paint gelding, sold him, got an appy mare when I was 11, then I got Red when I was 16. I started riding lessons at Clovelly when I was 7, and have been in lessons, leased, done clinics, and owned horses ever since.
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yaya! It will be alot easier for me, plus if I work there then hopfully I can set up a bargain where If I work there then they will take the cost off my boarding fee. Who knows... Hopefully I willl be able to post a picture of a Gypsy Vanner that I have drawn.
