Not wanting to go all of the sudden???

Qh_rIdEr · 08-16-2005, 03:33 PM

Well, The past few times I have gone out riding my horse seems upset, and doesn't want to go....at the rodeo last weekend, she was unhappy, though when we got in the arena, she got her job done, she just wasn't happy. And today, she kept trying to turn around and didn't want to keep going. I can't seem to figer out why....anyone got any thoughts on this?

Qh_rIdEr · 08-16-2005, 03:41 PM

anyone???????

mustang_dodger · 08-16-2005, 03:42 PM

she might be sore some were. i would have a vet check her out.

DoWeDance · 08-16-2005, 03:42 PM

Could it be that she's slightly off? When Dancer is the least bit sore, even if I can't feel it, she is very sluggish, and she's normally very forward.

Shotgun93 · 08-16-2005, 03:45 PM

Have you looked at any health problems? Ill-fitting saddle, sore back, feet, saddle sores, sore teeth, neck/back/hip problems? Change in feed, schedule, barn mates? Sudden change in the weather?

Qh_rIdEr · 08-16-2005, 03:45 PM

Could be...how can I figure out if she is sore or not???

cowgurly02 · 08-16-2005, 03:48 PM

Does she only act that way when you go to barrel race her, go into the arena, and when you work on barrels? Most horses get sour of barrel racing if that's what you mostly do with them and don't want to do it anymore. They get sick of it. Try going on a fun, relaxing trail ride and letting her take her mind off work.

Qh_rIdEr · 08-16-2005, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shotgun93

Have you looked at any health problems? Ill-fitting saddle, sore back, feet, saddle sores, sore teeth, neck/back/hip problems? Change in feed, schedule, barn mates? Sudden change in the weather?

I know the saddle fits right....I don't think her back is sore...but her feet might be....I was going to clean them then use the knife on them...but I couldn't find the knife.....Weather has been warm then got chily...And she did get a feed change...but that was after she got like this

mustang_dodger · 08-16-2005, 03:51 PM

have a vet come out and look at her to see if she is sore.

Shotgun93 · 08-16-2005, 03:52 PM

The first thing is it run your hand down her back, watch her skin and her face to see if she flinches. The most common areas are along the withers and near her croup.
Watch her walk, trot and canter and see if you can see any grade of a limp. Press on her hooves and see if she flinches or pulls away from that.
Feel her back teeth and see if they feel sharp - be careful to not get bit! Check her all over for any kind of sores. Sometimes, if you give her a bath, you'll be able to see sores that aren't apparent otherwise.
I would see if an equine chiropractor can get out to look at her too, that might give you a better idea. If all else fails, get a vet out.

08-16-2005, 03:33 PM	#1
Qh_rIdEr Senior Member+ Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,322 Images: 1	Not wanting to go all of the sudden??? Well, The past few times I have gone out riding my horse seems upset, and doesn't want to go....at the rodeo last weekend, she was unhappy, though when we got in the arena, she got her job done, she just wasn't happy. And today, she kept trying to turn around and didn't want to keep going. I can't seem to figer out why....anyone got any thoughts on this? __________________ And now I’m glad I didn’t know The way it all would end the way it all would go Our lives are better left to chance I could have missed the pain But I’d of had to miss the dance Garth Brooks

08-16-2005, 03:41 PM	#2
Qh_rIdEr Senior Member+ Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,322 Images: 1	anyone??????? __________________ And now I’m glad I didn’t know The way it all would end the way it all would go Our lives are better left to chance I could have missed the pain But I’d of had to miss the dance Garth Brooks

08-16-2005, 03:42 PM	#3
mustang_dodger Senior Member+ Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Illinios Posts: 17,293 Images: 469	she might be sore some were. i would have a vet check her out. __________________ Proud owner of Smart Devil a registered appendix, registered paint mare Eye's White Feather, and a breeding stock paint filly Firefly. I HAVE BEEN SPLATTED TWICE!

08-16-2005, 03:45 PM	#5
Shotgun93 Senior Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Southwest SD Posts: 13,815 Images: 132	Have you looked at any health problems? Ill-fitting saddle, sore back, feet, saddle sores, sore teeth, neck/back/hip problems? Change in feed, schedule, barn mates? Sudden change in the weather? __________________ In the quiet light of the stable, you hear a muffled snort, the stamp of a hoof, a friendly nicker. Gentle eyes inquire, "How was your day old friend?" and suddenly, all your troubles fade away. -Author Unknown

08-16-2005, 03:45 PM	#6
Qh_rIdEr Senior Member+ Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,322 Images: 1	Could be...how can I figure out if she is sore or not??? __________________ And now I’m glad I didn’t know The way it all would end the way it all would go Our lives are better left to chance I could have missed the pain But I’d of had to miss the dance Garth Brooks

08-16-2005, 03:42 PM	#4
DoWeDance Senior Member+ Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Georgia Posts: 1,719 Images: 66	Could it be that she's slightly off? When Dancer is the least bit sore, even if I can't feel it, she is very sluggish, and she's normally very forward.

08-16-2005, 03:48 PM	#7
cowgurly02 Senior Member+ Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 9,883 Images: 237 Blog Entries: 400	Does she only act that way when you go to barrel race her, go into the arena, and when you work on barrels? Most horses get sour of barrel racing if that's what you mostly do with them and don't want to do it anymore. They get sick of it. Try going on a fun, relaxing trail ride and letting her take her mind off work. __________________ "We elves try to stick to the four main food groups:candy,candy canes,candy corns & syrup."-Elf http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFjYrioa7Bw I have been NOEL’ed and Blessed In His Name I've Been Snowball'd

08-16-2005, 03:51 PM	#9
mustang_dodger Senior Member+ Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Illinios Posts: 17,293 Images: 469	have a vet come out and look at her to see if she is sore. __________________ Proud owner of Smart Devil a registered appendix, registered paint mare Eye's White Feather, and a breeding stock paint filly Firefly. I HAVE BEEN SPLATTED TWICE!

08-16-2005, 03:52 PM	#10
Shotgun93 Senior Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Southwest SD Posts: 13,815 Images: 132	The first thing is it run your hand down her back, watch her skin and her face to see if she flinches. The most common areas are along the withers and near her croup. Watch her walk, trot and canter and see if you can see any grade of a limp. Press on her hooves and see if she flinches or pulls away from that. Feel her back teeth and see if they feel sharp - be careful to not get bit! Check her all over for any kind of sores. Sometimes, if you give her a bath, you'll be able to see sores that aren't apparent otherwise. I would see if an equine chiropractor can get out to look at her too, that might give you a better idea. If all else fails, get a vet out. __________________ In the quiet light of the stable, you hear a muffled snort, the stamp of a hoof, a friendly nicker. Gentle eyes inquire, "How was your day old friend?" and suddenly, all your troubles fade away. -Author Unknown

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