Comments on: Dogs and Horses https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/dogs-and-horses/ Horsemanship and horse training the partnership way Fri, 25 Jun 2021 13:48:07 +0000 hourly 1 By: Teddie Ziegler https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/dogs-and-horses/#comments/2209 https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/?p=13723#comment-2209 In reply to Wendy Bushell.

I agree that they might know where they are trying to hit, but sometimes they accidentally catch something else. I’m sure he was so sorry to have gotten you instead of the other horse. Just by your recollection of his expression, he had to feel so bad he hurt you instead. I’m sure he is grateful that you gave him a second chance and kept working on your relationship together. <3

]]> By: Wendy Bushell https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/dogs-and-horses/#comments/2208 https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/?p=13723#comment-2208 I had owned my mare Cody for many years and bought a gelding to ride after her retirement. They got on quite well at first, but after a few months, jealousy and rivalry set in on both sides. I didn't have any real bond or relationship with Bandit at this point as he was nothing like Cody. I wasn't sure how to relate to him. I was taking them back to the paddock one afternoon. I turned B out first, gave him a carrot and a scratch then turned my back to take C's halter off. I took my time with her, hugging her neck and giving her carrots. I thought B had left by then, but he hadn't. As I moved away from C towards the gate, I turned around to see where B was. He had watched me take a couple steps and was backing up towards C. He gave one swift kick, double barrel, but got me in the stomach. I went down trying to get my breath back. The look of fear on his face was overwhelming. I know they say a horse knows exactly where it's kicking, but I truly believe he was aiming for C, not me, I just didn't move out of range quickly enough. An animal communicator spoke to him a few months later. She said he knew our future was already tenuous as we hadn't hit it off well, and he truly thought he was "off to the doggers" after he hurt me. He expressed his regret and appreciation that I took the time to understand his mindset and use it as stepping stone in our relationship. The old mare is gone now and I still have B.

]]> By: Teddie Ziegler https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/dogs-and-horses/#comments/2205 https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/?p=13723#comment-2205 In reply to Elizabeth Simpson.

Thank you. I’ll look into that option.

]]> By: Teddie Ziegler https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/dogs-and-horses/#comments/2204 https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/?p=13723#comment-2204 In reply to Loretta Adams.

Thank you. I’ll ask about the injection.

]]> By: Teddie Ziegler https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/dogs-and-horses/#comments/2203 https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/?p=13723#comment-2203 In reply to Naomi Liller.

Thank you. I’ll try getting him an a pool.

]]> By: Naomi Liller https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/dogs-and-horses/#comments/2202 https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/?p=13723#comment-2202 Sorry to hear about Scoobys hip. My dig Bella has a slight hip problem and we’ve found that swimming is really good for her. Chasing a ball, although she loves it, makes it sore. So maybe swimming after his operation?

]]> By: Loretta Adams https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/dogs-and-horses/#comments/2201 https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/?p=13723#comment-2201 I had a dog with hip dysplasia Teddy although not as pronounced as Scooby. She lived until she was 14. Every couple of years she would have a Cartrophen injection and it was amazing the difference it made to her mobility. She was a kelpie/ border collie cross so had boundless energy.

As far as the sorrowful behaviour I have a bit of the opposite A cheeky Shetland pony that bosses my horse around and never shows any remorse. My horse Sasha is very protective of Panda the pony and Panda is quite heartless towards her. We have a dog that likes to demonstrate his Alpha position over the other dogs. He only shows remorse if he gets scolded for being too rough. The other dogs do show some beautiful compassionate traits at times.

]]> By: Elizabeth Simpson https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/dogs-and-horses/#comments/2200 https://teddiezieglerhorsemanship.com/?p=13723#comment-2200 I am so sorry to hear about your pup. Have you contacted the breeder? They should be involved at this point because his prognosis is so severe for such a young age. Berners should not grow to 180lbs – that is too big. Keeping him light weight will be very important. Ask about having the top of his femur removed (TPLO surgery). They can do one side at a time. This removes the injury risk of the hip repeatedly popping out. Instead the muscles around the joint get strong enough to support the leg without further injury. It is easier to do on a smaller dog but not impossible with a larger one. We had it done to our Pom and he has never shown any adverse affects. You would never know he had it done. I know a Golden who had it done on both sides and did very well. I wish you both the best.

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