The heat has been a pretty good factor for now riding. Along with not able to get on by myself.
Last night it was hot as usual, but I decided to do some work on the ground with him. Started in the arena and we did some sideways, squeeze and circling games. Then out to the round pen for some liberty work. stick to me and come back to me. He did very well in this. After 6 months I do have a partner. He wants to be with me.
Went out the pen to eat some grass and then over to the wash rack (oops, I lost my partner then) I can't decide if its the concrete or the hose with water. He kept pulling back and rearing. It's funny once he figures out that he has to get on the concrete and stand. He does it, but this is a true fight all the way. Can't figure out what it is. I finally did the squeeze game with the concrete and me. He was able to get back on the concrete and stand. All of this for a hosing down. quite a challenge. He is that for sure, but a lovable kind. LOL I try very hard not to be the German Captain.
