The horses I enjoy competing on are willing, brave, and confident. They trust me and will try to please even if they are unsure what is asked. I have owned many different breeds of horses over the years. For the type of riding I do now, and for obstacle training, I like Rocky Mountain Horses and Paso Finos. They are sure footed in the rough mountainous terrain where I ride, they are smooth at all gaits and are spirited without being high strung. Both breeds also have excellent endurance and seem to enjoy being worked and ridden. They are sensitive, and learn best without harsh methods; kindness and patience works best.
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Horses, Dogs & Selfies
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Laura riding her Rocky Mountain gelding, Johnny B Good