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February 12, 2016

Pony Man is Undersaddle

I went to visit Pony again, and he is doing amazing. He’s even seemed to recognize me!

"Hi Mom. Treats please."

“Hi, Mom. Treats please.”

I gave him lots of scratches and he seemed happy enough to see me, even if I did not have treats. He is now undersaddle, with his former feral life only a distant memory. Trainer Sarah brought him down to the arena for a spin, and it was his first time being ridden alone down there. He seemed a little taken back at being alone, and was a bit looky at first. When Sarah first mounted, he took a few side steps, but he was reminded he needs to stand still. Then the trotting commenced. And the squeals of cuteness.

pony trot

Squeee!! Pony trot!

There were even a few moments where he lowered his head and looked even cuter! Unfortunately my dumb fingers couldn’t keep up though, so I did not get a photo of that. He trotted by the open arena gate, and although a few times he considered the possibility of leaving, he did not put much effort into it. Sarah reminded him what he was supposed to be doing, and he continued on. His bravery was demonstrated by walking across the tarp. When pointed at it, he calmly strolled right across it.

tarp pony

Overall, he seemed like a super happy pony. He enjoys attention, and seemed to enjoy being ridden. He especially enjoyed being fed lots of treats for being such a good boy.

pony strut

Pony, pleased with himself, struts his stuff

He seemed truly proud of himself for being a good pony. Rightfully so, in my opinion! Sarah said he hadn’t bucked, certainly hasn’t reared, and other than being a little spooky, has overall has been a good pony. Although he is reluctant to canter under saddle. I’m guessing he doesn’t quite understand that it is possible for him to canter with someone riding him.

He is seriously so cute! I can’t get over my own pony. Sarah even said he has such a good temperament, that Dave would eventually be able to ride him. Granted, Dave can also muscle Pony completely to the ground if Pony didn’t do what he asked, but it’s good to know Pony could eventually be ridden by beginners. I’m excited at his progress, and I can’t wait for more! Hopefully I’ll be riding him soon, although not too soon, because I’d crush him right now. But pretty soon!

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  • emma
    February 12, 2016

    aw yay Pony Man!!!! curious – what’s the plan for this little fellow?

    Reply
    • Courtney
      emma
      February 13, 2016

      I’m actually not too sure. I got him originally to be my dressage pony, but I thought he would mature at about 14.1. He’s like 11.3. So I feel like I’d crush him if I rode him regularly. My trainers have suggested making him a little hunter pony and leasing him out, but I don’t know if I want to pay to get him to that point.
      But trainer Sarah is the same height as me, and she doesn’t look terrible on him, so I’m hoping when I lose weight I’ll be able to ride him and hopefully figure out something!

      Reply
  • Erin
    February 12, 2016

    What a good pony! He’s so cute!!!

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    • Courtney
      Erin
      February 13, 2016

      Thank you!! He’s my little cutie!!

      Reply
  • Baby Fever - An Equestrian Life
    May 14, 2017

    […] in dressage training, but he NEEDS to be in the jumper ring. I recommended they send him to one of my favorite trainers. I’d love to see that […]

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  • Tiny the Twin Colt - An Equestrian Life
    May 4, 2020

    […] known Sarah for 9 years now. I bought Berry from her. I sent Pony to her for training. Sarah is a really interesting person. She used to work with racehorses. She currently […]

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