First things first, Zoe has been having some 'tude on the ground again. Last night hubby was helping me bring the horses in. I had Tyson and he grabbed Zoe. We walked through the gate calmly and next thing I know, Zoe is almost plowing me over! She blew past hubby and when she got to the end of the lead rope she got yanked back around. That was a first! She ALWAYS goes through the gate with AWESOME manners. She never rushes through and immediately swings herself around so I can latch the gate. Every time in a calm manner. I have no idea what made her do it differently this time but that is unacceptable behavior!
Hubby got her back under control (he's very good with horses - my horse whisperer, is what I call him) and brought her into the barn. On the way, my brother-in-law's dog (we're pet sitting) was trotting along behind them. She always does so this isn't something new - and Zoe "double barrel" kicked at the dog. Both feet in the air at the same time aimed directly for the unsuspecting dog. Thankfully she missed. Again, that is unacceptable behavior!
Unfortunately we have rain in our forecast (that's why we brought the horses in otherwise they stay out in the summer) so the round pen work has to wait. But our barn is big enough that I can do some leading work in there with her. Apparently she needs to go back in the rope halter and start respecting the rules. I'm pretty sure she's in heat right now, but I don't care. There is no excuse for misbehaving putting me and anyone else around her in danger.
Back to school she goes!
Until next time!
Quote for the day:
"Anyone who keeps the ability to see beauty never grows old."
-Franz Kafka
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