AboutSarah Lothmann Expertise Professional trainer for 10+ years. I happily offer you my expertise, techniques, and advice covering: Hunters, Jumpers, Equitation, Showing, Training, Sales, Behavior, Stabling, Grooming, Tack, Barn Management, Rider Psychology, & Effective Communication.
Experience
Experience: I have been riding for over 23 years. As a kid I participated in 4H and Pony Club. I then worked as a groom and catch rode to pay my entry fees in the A Circuit. As a teenager I competed nationally in the Junior Hunters, USETs, and Medal classes. I've learned from and worked with some of the nations' best trainers. During college I began training professionally. I have prepared my students for both local and national shows. Recently I have organized two local equestrian groups for expanding general knowledge of horsemanship and for ensure the welfare of horses. I continue my dedication in this industry by offering visual design services for equine businesses including, graphic design, web development, and photography.
Education/Credentials AAS Degree, Veterinary Assistant, Professional Trainer
Expert: Sarah Lothmann Date: 6/26/2008 Subject: Grumpy horse
Question I am working with a paint/draft mix and have noticed that he will either be happy as can be on some days, or be grumpy on others. For example i will take him out to groom him and sometimes he will try to bite, kick, swing his back end at me, etc. Other times he will stand with ears perked forward and very pleasant the entire time. On the days he is upset i feel around for sore muscles or joints that might cause his anger but i will go to ride him that day and he will be 100% sound with absolutely no visable signs that he is hurt. Do you have any suggestions why he is so upset some days???
Answer There are so many factors to look at when this happens. To put it simply, something in his schedule or his environment has shifted on those days in such a way that he is aggravated. It maybe something as simple as a buddy sour issue. Or it could be very hidden such as that's the day his hay is fed to him last or the day you get off work early and interrupt his schedule when you show up sooner than anticipated. I can't really help you too much with the very few details you have provided. All I can offer is to tell you to observe carefully his routine and environment and see what has changed on those days.
