Every morning and evening this is what waits for us when we approach the barn and horse paddock. Baby Doll is usually knickering for us to feed her and give her some petting. I like to groom her while she is eating and it's very relaxing for her and I.A few days ago something exciting happened while I was walking about her paddock, like I do every so often just to keep an eye out for anything that could hurt her on the ground or along the fenceline or trees. She was up at the barn munching hay and I was at the other end of the paddock.
The llamas came around the corner of the barn suddenly and gave her a spook. She high-tailed it towards my end of the paddock, to what I figured would be my neighbor's 3 horses and the 'safety of the herd' mentality.
But instead, this gorgeous 1100 pound horse came galloping full speed directly towards me!! I just stood my ground and she came quickly to a stop right in front of me, nostrils flaring. And then she flipped herself around to face her fears. All the while I was calming her down and telling her, "Easy Baby Doll, Easy Girl, it's ok"
Within seconds she was back to normal and putting her nose in my hand. And then we walked back up to the barn together.
What totally blew me away, was that she chose ME to run to for safety and comfort. Not another horse. Nor did she just lose control and go galloping all over the place.
She ran to ME.
What a rush.
7 comments :
Fantastic! This gives me goosebumps!
Robin
Looks like she recognizes you as her leader now. Congrats! I love it when horses nicker. Bombay does it only when I dismount after a ride. I really have got to work on being a better rider, so that my horses don't celebrate my dismounts.
I believe you that this made you happy, that she ran to you!
When I step out of the house usually Daisy Mae is standing right there and nickering like "when are you giving me something" ...
We love our animals, don't we?
They bring us joy. I thank God every day for our animals....
Isn't it great when an animal shows such trust!? Sounds like a thrilling moment.
How cool!
Hi Robin! Thanks for stopping by. It gave me goosebumps, too. hehe
You are so funny, Nuzzling Muzzles! I know that there is always room for improvement and more learning in regards to riding, but to me, you are someone I look up to. You have learned so much being around horses, and have so much knowledge to share. Thank you!
Hi Gudl,
Yes, I still find myself in awe that we have a horse here and that she is such a sweet girl. Aren't we blessed?
Hi Rural Writer, You are right. It's all about the trust, is'nt it. It's so humbling knowing that an animal weighing more tan 1,000 pounds would even bother to trust my measley human self. What a huge responsibility making sure to never destroy that sacred trust, too.
Christy!! I KNOW!! heheh Very cool!
YOU are her herd. that is so awesome. !!!!!
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