The training of my Halflinger trio has come to a semi-halt with how busy I have been recently. I am waiting to officially began training until I can devote myself to them everyday at the same time. (Basically when volleyball season gets over, for those of you who don’t know, I am in highschool!)
Meanwhile, I have really gotten to know these super sweet horses. Seeing them always brightens by day! I am getting these gals used to me, rubbing them and brushing them often. I want them to be totally comfortable around me to make the training run smoothly. I love to watch them prance around and play! They are soooo curious about everything and love exploring, which is why I figured they would LOVE the hay ball I got them! When the hay ball was given to my other horses, they nudged it and gave up, the Haflingers; however, welcomed the challenge to get all the hay out! They have totally figured the thing out, rolling it all over the pasture and pushing it up against the fence & each other so they can get every bite out of it!
Finally, I have an exciting announcement as to what exactly I am training my Haflinger’s to do- pull a carriage for weddings on our farm! Rosemary and Jasmine are going to be my team of carriage pulling ponies!
My parents and I recently purchased the carriage and harnesses. The carriage is perfect, just what I had in mind! The red plush seats make a beautiful contrast to the white exterior. The lanterns and adjustable canopy add some detail. The carriage and harnesses are just waiting in the barn to be used!
I am super duper excited for Jasmine and Rosemary to pull the carriage and I have really come to LOVE these two and Princess! As the training process begins, I will keep you all posted as to how things go and the methods I use- can’t wait to share this experience with you guys!
Tails & trails,
Reese
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Sounds like your are doing just right with your new horses! I bet that allowing them to get to know you (and you them) without putting pressure on them (or you) to “do something specific” at this time has great value. Glad you continue to enjoy them as you form your relationships with them.
Thanks! I felt like having a steady relationship with them first (and them me) would really help the training process!
Reese, you’re going to do an amazing job training Rosemary and Jasmine! And the carriage is absolutely beautiful! We’re so excited for what’s to come for your family!! May God bless it beyond your expectations! ?
This is an amazing blog post. I love hearing about the Haflingers and I am so happy to see them playing with the hay ball. I can’t wait to see those beauties pulling the carriage.
Thanks for all your encouragement & support!! It means so much to me! ?
I’m so excited for u too. The horses will be beautiful w the carriage. It’s going to be amazing to watch your training. You go Ms Sunshine!