For the last few days we have continued to work on lessons learned and added a few new ones. With alittle advice from my friend Lauren - he now has the idea of backing up. He gives all 4 feet pretty easily at this stage of the game. We put the trailer in his arena and let him trailer himself for the day. He showed alot of curiousity about it and got in to investigate several times. He seemed quite proud of himself and would run around the trailer prancing after he got out. We try hard to do things the easy way if possible. I will send him into the trailer tomorrow. He will trot in hand alittle-just alittle though- that is a great start. We've been walking around cones, over obstacles, learning some basic reining on the ground, finally accepted the water hose which was an important thing as the extreme heat continues with no relief in sight. Basically what we have been doing is cementing our relationship. Yesterday, on Father's Day, with my husband Terry and pony horse Fred helping out- I mounted and dismounted a few times-tried a step or two. Can't really call it a first ride-but good enough for day 7 !!!! Samson was pretty much unconcerned about this person on his back. We could have gone further but are faced with a rolling saddle no matter how tight the cinch. Low withers and a round back are a challenge to fit!!
This is an amazing little horse. He is calm, curious, learns quickly and very willing. He enjoys attention from people which makes things so much easier. I am so pleased with him. Today I let him rest- he has earned it.
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