01/01/2023
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When I hear someone say, "My horse deserves a better rider" it breaks my heart a little bit.
Because you know what?
Recreational riders are the BEST thing that has happened to horses worldwide.
DON'T feel bad for not competing, or working your horse everyday, or that so-and-so is riding at a higher level than you are.
DON'T feel guilty if you don't want to show.
Or jump higher.
Or jump at all.
Or canter.
Or even ride!
What matters TO YOUR HORSE is that their physical needs are met and their mental and emotional well-being is cared for.
And caring is what most amateur owners can do better than ANYONE else.
Most horses don't NEED or WANT to be ridden at a professional or competitive level. With few exceptions, most horses left to their own devices just want to hang out in the field with their friends eating.
It's great to want to improve your communication and riding skills.
And If your goal is to do more athletic and difficult things, then yes, you owe it to your horse to learn to be a good dance partner and pilot for him
AT THAT LEVEL, BUT...
.. No one sets that level but you. And you CAN be good for your horse at ANY level.
No shame, backyard horse owners!
You shall inherit the earth.
By: Kendra DeKay
