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| Is there any fixing this after they start?? |
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The Advice Guru
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| I would rule out pain first, then go back to the basics, and yes they can be fixed.
I would also reflect back and see what I was doing at the events leading up to the barrel, as a subtle cue from the rider can make the horse turn before.
You may even have to sacrifice an entry or two and slow down and run perfect. |
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Location: Deep South | Yes it can be fixed. AFTER taking the horse to a great lameness vet first and foremost, having them checked by an equine dentist, being absolutely positive your saddle fits, and seeking a chiro if needed. Then taking them through at shows a little slower, and allowing them to see its no longer painful, once any issues have been resolved. |
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| In my experience if it is not a pain issue. Then you fix it with slow work and etc., it will come back at some point wether it is 5 years down the road or 6months. Good luck. |
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| Do you ride her one or two handed to the first? |
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Location: Anywhere my horses are ! Lost in Texas!!!!! | Tequila started ducking the first barrel and it was pain. I dealt with the pain,worked her slowly on the pattern. Now she does not duck the first anymore. |
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Horse ducking the first barrel??