We all want fast results, but most importantly we want fast and good results. The quicker you can ride or do advanced maneuvers with your horse the better right?
Wrong. Horses are animals that require consistency. They learn just like humans do, through consistent patient teaching. You cannot rush horse training, that would be like taking a crash course in your worst subject in school.
The typical time for horse training is 30, 60, 90, or 120 days. Is this enough to have a trained horse? The short answer is no, horses will always be learning whether is bad habits or new maneuvers. Horses just like humans are always learning and no matter how long they are with a trainer after they get back to their owner they need to continue learning and improving. Owners need to also learn along side their horse, this is an important step in not wasting your money! If you can't ride the horse you paid to have trained then why have it? Get in there and love the ride! :)
Some things to consider when sending your horse to a trainer is how long to send them for. Let's say you send them for 30 days and they have a one week transition period there's 23 days left. If the trainer works them 5 days a week that's roughly minus another 6 days = 17 days of training. If they are worked 6 days a week and minus 3 days = 19 days of training. That's just a little over 2 weeks to break/train and horse? If the trainer doesn't do the transition period of a week or does less then you have more training time. So the next question is should trainers do a transition period?
Absolutely! Horses need time to adjust to their new surroundings, new feed, and to new herd dynamics. Giving them a few days to rest and show their true nature is important. You can see if they have any other problems in the stall, pasture, or with other horses during this period.
This isn't to discourage you from sending your horse to a trainer or saying that 30 days or any amount of time is ridiculous! This is meant to inform you and help you make informed decisions on how to spend your money and time wisely. This can also give you an idea on what is best for your horse.
As Always thank you for taking time to read this blog and leave any comments, questions or concerns down below! At Inke Mountain Horsemanship we are about growth, love, respect, and knowledge!
Comments