Pony Galaxy Tips
When you give your horse/pony a haynet, always tie it high up otherwise your horse can get its hoof stuck in it
Hayley C.
Try to put a date and venue on the back of all your rosettes and photos as soon as you get them – it’s amazing how quickly they get mixed up if you don't.
I
After you have caught your pony, take him out of the field and always check him for cuts.I did this and my pony had a bite and needed some treatment. I would like to tell everybody out there to check your horse or pony at least once a day. From Katrina
When you are in the ring and the judge is looking at you always smile because the judge may place you higher. It worked for me. From Emma
Keep a couple of grooming brushes just to use on show days & special events, then you know they are always clean.
Attach a large cuddly key-ring to your hoof-pick, then you can always find it in the stable bedding when it drops out of your pocket!
When travelling to a show, always allow extra time for your journey in case of heavy traffic or hold ups, it will spoil your day if you arrive late and flustered!
Put a hole through a swede and tie a bit of string through it so your horse or pony has something to play with in the stable so he/she doesn'y get to bored! From Cally
If you are riding out alone make sure you tell somebody where you are going, keeping a mobile phone with you is always a good idea.
The way you plait a mane can make a lot of difference to the appearance of your horses neck. A lot of small plaits will make a short thick neck look longer and better proportioned. Fewer, larger plaits positioned on top of the crest will make a long, thin neck appear more muscular.
Under BRITISH DRESSAGE rules, gloves are compulsory when competing. If you have ‘busy’ hands, wear dark coloured gloves to make your hands less obvious.
If you are entered in a Dressage competition, at whatever level, from PONY CLUB upwards, you are normally given a ‘starting time’ (the exact time at which you will compete) in advance. Under normal circumstances you are required to telephone the secretary for this ‘time’ – usually 24 – 48 hours before the start of thee show (read your schedule for exact details).
Make sure you contact the secretary for your ‘starting time’ when required, since the organisers are allowed to give your ‘time’ to somebody else if you do not!
Have dark coloured jodhpurs / breeches for every day use – they show less dirt. Keep the cream & white ones for shows.
Rub baby oil around a ponies eyes (be careful) and muzzle for an extra sparkling gleam.From Ian
If your pony is hard to catch, always have a few treats in your pocket.From Katrina.
If you can't have a real pony (or can't have as many as you would like!) - or are allergic to them- why not check out the model horse hobby? There's something for all interests and ages. From Marian, Model Horses Unlimited - enthusiasts club |
