Hi Everyone
I have a great 14 yrs old mare that I run barrels off of. She works really well when I make a run but anything out of the normal routine and she gets hot. Nothing dangerous just behavoir that is not acceptable (throwing her head around, hestiating to go forward, and threatening to buck). I can make her do everything eventually but the constant discussion is getting very old.
I have rechecked my equipment (bit, saddle) and everything fits. I have also changed up my exerise rountine ( less barrel work, getting her out of the arena).
I would love to hear any suggestions. I am thinking I might put her on some Moody mare or cool and calm. Having said that I am not convinced that the behaviour is hormonal. In short I am just not really sure what the next step should be.
Thanks in advance.
AJ