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| I have one that I'm trying to put the ground work on, super sensitive. I wanted to know if anyone has experienced this and how they turned out in the end? |
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| Yup, very reactive and hard to break, I can go more into detail if you would like but ended up finding out she tested positive for PSSM Type 2! Shes very well bred so unfortunately she won't be a broodmare but It was a relief to know her jumpiness and attitude wasnt on purpose |
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| try quiessence, it will help. foxden equine that lady is a nutrionist. |
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Location: Loco,Ok | Lot of them are like that.Its a horse.Just dont get in a hurry and frustraited.Its new to them.Move slow and make sure you give clear signals.I start a lot and have in the past.Some times its better if they have not been handled so much One thing I wont do if at all possible.Let one buck at all.From the beginning If its new to you find some one to help.Right here can set the stage for every thing to come.
Dont hurry and dont get frustraited. |
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| I think in general most colts are just plain scared. There are very few that are "easy" in the beginning. Just give it time and work with them slowly. Especially if they are race bred, they are usually really sensitive. |
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Location: Roping pen | What do you mean by "super sensitive"? Flighty or just one that over does everything that you ask (like asking to flex and they want to flex clear to the flank with the slightest cue?).
The flighty horse, we spend a lot of time with ground work..we hang banners on the fences, put over size horse blankets on them so they flop around, tie them next an area of a lot of commotion, loud music, just haul them and tie to the trailer, etc.- expose them to everything possible.
The "over achiever" IMO, is tougher. You don't want to penalize that but it is a pain. I got a head horse that is 11 and still that way. Never has out grown it as some will. Just like a boarder collie dog-wanting to over work at everything. Super broke, but a pain. Curious as to what others say to this issue.
Good luck! |
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| I think that consistency is the key. And don't be in a hurry. If you let them know what to expect from you, and give them the time they need to learn what you're asking, your horse will gain confidence in you. I really like to get them in the round pen and work them to where they understand that I'm in charge. This gains their trust and respect. But it needs to be done correctly, and the first trip to the round pen might take awhile, so allow yourself plenty of time and if you aren't confident about your ability to do this find someone that can help you. It is amazing how quickly you will see a change.
Like another poster asked, it might be easier to help if you explain what you mean by super sensitive since we all seem to have different descriptions of horse behavior! If you mean sensitive to be quick to react and quick to respond, I don't think those horses ever grow out of it. I love how responsive they are when they are broke, but they still keep that sensitive personality where I would say you have to be conscious of their reactiveness to all situations. If you mean that the horse is more timid or stand-offish, then I think it can be more of a confidence and trust issue, and handled correctly they can overcome this. |
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Location: Deep South | Getting them tired helps. A "fresh" scared colt is going to be a lot more reactive and sometimes dangerous than one that's worn out.
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Location: Montana | clampitt - 2016-05-16 6:29 AM Lot of them are like that.Its a horse.Just dont get in a hurry and frustraited.Its new to them.Move slow and make sure you give clear signals.I start a lot and have in the past.Some times its better if they have not been handled so much One thing I wont do if at all possible.Let one buck at all.From the beginning If its new to you find some one to help.Right here can set the stage for every thing to come.
Dont hurry and dont get frustraited.
I very much agree with this...hurrying hurts so much more than it helps. They can be challenging, but they can also be very fun too. I have to agree with this as well: don't let one buck if you can help it. |
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  Warmblood with Wings
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Location: Florida.. | Time, Patience, Trust |
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Location: North Carolina | Do lots of desensitizing. Too much high energy, sensitizing will make him more scatter brained and reactive. Start and end your training time with him by desensitizing him. This would include throwing the lead rope over his back,neck, around his legs etc. Sacking him out and whatever else you can think to do with him. |
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