$50k Hunter Derby
Chronicle of The Horse Local Hunter
Riders with Disabilities Long Island Finals
Dog, Cat, and Horse Adoption Day
$250k Grand Prix and World Cup Qualifier
ASPCA Maclay
2012 Highlights...
Saturday, August 24, 2013
Aug 25th...what's happening?
The Hampton Classic Starts in New York today. I've always wanted to go!
For broadcast schedule and derby course map go here.
Love
Riding around today and after a few poor decisions jumping (whoops, fell out of rhythm between jumps), I thought why does my horse continue on to the next jump and not just unload me? Does he like me?
I ask the same thing when I show up at the barn calling his name, his ears perk up, and he walks over. On a good day he may even neigh (those days make me smile)! Again, I wonder, does he like me?
I do think horse's will like a person, may even "chose" a person. It's not just an animal and an owner, it's a relationship. Scientific studies at the University of Sussex has shown that horses create mental pictures of key humans in their lives. Horses first identify these key humans through their voice. Once the horse hears the human's voice, they are able to form a mental image of that individual.
Most horse owners don't need to be told that their horses recognize them, but some may need a little convincing that your horse may actual love them. The Cambridge Declaration on Consciousness found that animals are capable of experiencing human emotions. Animals have neuroanatomical, neurochemical, and neurophysiological conscious states, like humans, which may allow them to feel emotions. This list includes all mammals, birds, and octopus (probably not going to get one of those anytime soon). It is likely over time, you horse may learn to be attached to you and have feelings toward you.
So yes, HE DOES LOVE ME!!! YAY! :)
As a last thought, if all mammals are capable of experiencing some level of "human" emotion, it makes you think twice about eating a burger doesn't it?
I ask the same thing when I show up at the barn calling his name, his ears perk up, and he walks over. On a good day he may even neigh (those days make me smile)! Again, I wonder, does he like me?
I do think horse's will like a person, may even "chose" a person. It's not just an animal and an owner, it's a relationship. Scientific studies at the University of Sussex has shown that horses create mental pictures of key humans in their lives. Horses first identify these key humans through their voice. Once the horse hears the human's voice, they are able to form a mental image of that individual.
Most horse owners don't need to be told that their horses recognize them, but some may need a little convincing that your horse may actual love them. The Cambridge Declaration on Consciousness found that animals are capable of experiencing human emotions. Animals have neuroanatomical, neurochemical, and neurophysiological conscious states, like humans, which may allow them to feel emotions. This list includes all mammals, birds, and octopus (probably not going to get one of those anytime soon). It is likely over time, you horse may learn to be attached to you and have feelings toward you.
So yes, HE DOES LOVE ME!!! YAY! :)
As a last thought, if all mammals are capable of experiencing some level of "human" emotion, it makes you think twice about eating a burger doesn't it?
Friday, August 23, 2013
2-Minute How To Improve Your Jumping Position
Some Greg Best Tips.
I've ridden with Greg Best and he is wonderful. What is great about him is he understands that each horse is different and each rider is different. As a rider, you need key strengths for jumping, however, the rider's build may dictate how the rider "looks" while mounted.
- Your position stays constant when jumping- the horse just moves toward you (take off) and away from you (landing).
- There is a role in your knee when jumping, not pinching, but it does provide a pivot point.
- You horse can see your hands, raising your hands could be an "alarm" to your horse and worry him before a jump.
I've ridden with Greg Best and he is wonderful. What is great about him is he understands that each horse is different and each rider is different. As a rider, you need key strengths for jumping, however, the rider's build may dictate how the rider "looks" while mounted.
Equine Science- The Rider's Eye
I would love to do something like this for a living! A youtube video of tracking the eye in elite show jumping riders. With this rider, he focuses on the top/highest rail up until take off, then his eye moves on to find the track to the next jump.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXgVVIBd0lc&feature=youtu.be
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXgVVIBd0lc&feature=youtu.be
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Clever Jump Idea!!
Calling all riders that have or need jumps at home. This is a really clever idea to build more substance to your jumps. Placing hay bales in these bags that look like brick walls and other solid objects. No building or painting necessary. Plus they are cheap! $17 bucks
On ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Jumpstack-Showjumping-Hay-Straw-Bale-Covers-Make-Your-Own-Jumps-Fillers-/161044218867?pt=UK_Horse_Wear_Equipment&var=&hash=item6b24ef37f5
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Jumpstack-Showjumping-Hay-Straw-Bale-Covers-Make-Your-Own-Jumps-Fillers-/161044218867?pt=UK_Horse_Wear_Equipment&var=&hash=item6b24ef37f5
Dressage bridles have all the fun
If you are a dressage rider then you have so many options for pretty bridles! I am seriously thinking about splurging to buy one just to hack in
Came across these pretty bridles on ebay this AM, sparkly nosebands and all, and whats really cool is the come in brown- yay!
Found these on ebay here (US $156.00): http://www.ebay.com/itm/Harrys-Horse-Diamante-Browband-Padded-Glitter-Noseband-Snaffle-Flash-Bridle-/181192028309?pt=UK_Horse_Wear_Equipment&var=&hash=item2a2fe2f095
Kind of digging this ebay seller in general: http://stores.ebay.com/Equestrian-Performance
Came across these pretty bridles on ebay this AM, sparkly nosebands and all, and whats really cool is the come in brown- yay!
Found these on ebay here (US $156.00): http://www.ebay.com/itm/Harrys-Horse-Diamante-Browband-Padded-Glitter-Noseband-Snaffle-Flash-Bridle-/181192028309?pt=UK_Horse_Wear_Equipment&var=&hash=item2a2fe2f095
Kind of digging this ebay seller in general: http://stores.ebay.com/Equestrian-Performance
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