Should we let foals back up to us for a scratch?
One of the most frustrating problems that I see with young horses that have not been started under halter or poorly started is that of an inability to yield the hind end or an inability to learn to yield the hind end easily.
Many times this is a result of the only prior contact being scratches on the rump or bum by well- meaning owners or people who have access to the foal. Often the only place they can touch a more sensitive one or one that has not been taught to be caught and face up is on the bum while it is having a drink from its mother. This is not ideal and very quickly becomes a habit that the foal is comfortable with or even enjoys. This creates a few problems for Continue reading Should we let foals back up to us for a scratch?
