Backing young horses sounds magical in theory⊠until youâre sitting on a baby horse who suddenly discovers birds, shadows, or the terrifying existence of a mounting block.
In this weekâs episode of EquineânâWine, we dive into the wonderfully unpredictable world of starting and training young horses â blending practical advice from Lorna with plenty of funny, slightly traumatic, and very relatable stories from our own experiences over the years.
đŹ We chat about:
âą Preparing youngsters before anyone even gets in the saddle
âą Why groundwork and confidence matter more than rushing the process
⹠First rides, first canters⊠and first moments of panic
âą Common mistakes riders make with young horses
âą Why patience is absolutely everything when producing babies
And yes⊠Emma-Jane also shares the unforgettable childhood story of somehow managing to teach a young horse to lie down on command â which, unsurprisingly, seemed like an excellent idea at the time and significantly less excellent afterwards.
đ© Featuring a listener question from Sophie in Wiltshire about staying confident when young horses feel completely different every single day.
As always, itâs a mix of learning, laughter, horse chaos, and the reminder that nobodyâs young horse journey is ever as polished as it looks online.
đĄ Lornaâs Golden Nugget:
âConsistency, consistency, consistency!â
So pour a glass, settle in, and join us for an episode full of baby horse stories, training insights, and the reality of producing young horses without losing your sanity.
đ© Got a horsey dilemma or funny story? Email us: equine.n.wine@gmail.com
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