I rode Sammie in the school today. It was the first time in over a week so I wasn't expecting much from either of us (especially me!) Wrong attitude I know, but you have to be realistic every now and again!
We were doing ok(ish) until a rather bold fox decided to pay us a visit. He entered the school at A and proceeded to wander around without a care in the world. Sammie was a little startled and did his snaky neck thing. When we went into canter the fox made a sharp exit only to reappear when we went back to trot and then hung around for the rest of our session dodging in and out. Not helpful!
The most noticeable improvement was the Spanish Stamp under saddle. Sammie has developed it somewhat and we went forward for more steps than we had before. He still does it with the low head and determined attitude, of course. He is a funny boy and I just love the sound of those hooves hitting the deck with a big old plonk!
We kept it short and sweet and then it was back to the yard for supper, hay and sleep.
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