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Post by Mustang on Aug 25, 2008 20:34:11 GMT -5
"That would be great. Ground manners are extremely important, and they lay the foundation for more advanced training. Hopefully he'll advance quickly. I'm not one for patience, unfortunately." And she really wanted him to be ready for the next show. It was going to be a lot of fun, but a lot of hard work, too.
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Post by Shadz on Aug 26, 2008 21:57:05 GMT -5
With a smile Dustin nodded his head, he wondered if Deductive knew how to Back up yet, well he'd soon learn.. Hold on for a minute.. Pulling back on the reigns and giving slight kicks Dustin waited for Deductive's Reaction, which wasn't what he'd hoped, He leaned Forward slightly as Deductive reared. Dustin used the stirrups to lift himself up and give Deductive a bop over the head, then sat back in the saddle, Leaving the stallion standing there confused. okay, I'll do that when im on him alone...
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Post by Mustang on Aug 26, 2008 22:48:29 GMT -5
As the horse's front end lifted up, Lily wrapped her free arm around Dustin's middle so she didn't fall off. Not that he was rearing very high, but just in case, she didn't want to fall off again. "Sounds like a good idea to me. I've already taken a spill off of him today, and one is enough."
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Post by Shadz on Aug 26, 2008 22:56:39 GMT -5
Laughing Dustin asked Deductive to walk again, he smiled as he got a good response..Deductive walking.. you should jump on Cruize sometime, he's ride-able..most of the time.. Laughing again Dustin shook his head nah, he's a good boy, he rarely bolts..but thats only if you let him loose when he's fresh...and Dont worry i wouldn'tt let you fall off..
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Post by Mustang on Aug 26, 2008 23:00:34 GMT -5
She listened as he talked about his horse, smiling at his last comment. Lily knew he wouldn't let anything happen to her. At least not while he was there. He was just a nice guy like that. "Cruize sounds awesome. I used to ride Thoroughbreds, so I could definitely handle a breeze sometime. I hear there's a track down the road that riders can use. Just let me know when I can take him out."
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Post by Shadz on Aug 26, 2008 23:07:52 GMT -5
Dustin pulled Deductive up at the Barn, he helped Lily off, then jumped off himself.. Smiling Dustin started taking the saddle off. you can ride him whenever you want, just say when ya want to.. He Held the saddle on one arm and walked Deductive into the barn..
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Post by Mustang on Aug 26, 2008 23:12:02 GMT -5
She carefully slid off, grateful for Dustin's help, then stepped back and let him dismount. Lily watched and listened as he unsaddled Deductive and followed him into the barn. "As soon as my arm doesn't hurt so bad, I'll let you know. I can't wait. It's been a while since I could take a horse for a run. My parents sold their Thoroughbreds a few years ago when they were getting ready to retire. Now they live in Italy."
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Post by Shadz on Aug 26, 2008 23:35:36 GMT -5
Dustin smiled and handed Lily a brush then took Deductive over to the cross-ties. i'll Brush the other side, it'll get done quicker.. With a laugh Dustin grabbed Cruizes brush and started.
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Post by Mustang on Aug 26, 2008 23:39:59 GMT -5
Lily took the brush and walked over to stand next to the horse. Starting at his neck, she brushed the dirt and sweat off of his brown coat, moving back toward his butt. She even brushed his legs lightly. At least he was being a good boy now. They'd definitely have to break him of his rearing habit.
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Post by Shadz on Aug 26, 2008 23:44:47 GMT -5
Dustin Brushed Deductive's coat quickly, making sure he was nice and shiny.. There was no point Brushing a horse if you weren't going to Brush them properly, he rubbed the stallions neck and started combing through his mane.
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Post by Mustang on Aug 26, 2008 23:48:18 GMT -5
Lily finished a minute or two after Dustin. She was a bit off after the fall, so she was a bit sluggish. Then she tossed the brush in the bin and headed for the lounge. "I'll be right back." She went to the fridge and got out a couple carrots, then grabbed a few sugar cubes from the table. Walking back out, she went to stand in front of Deductive, holding out a piece of a carrot for him. "There ya go, boy. That's my apology for being stupid, and for leaving you all alone for so long. Sorry, sweetheart."
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Post by Shadz on Aug 26, 2008 23:55:11 GMT -5
Dustin nodded as Lily said she'd be right back, He finished the mane and Brushed Deductive's tail, Smiling as Lily came Back. Does he pick up his feet? Dustin thought he'd ask before trying to do anything, last thing he wanted was to get kicked in the face.
Deductive stood with his head slightly lowered as he was brushed, Seeing Lily come with Some Carrot he lifted his head and nickered, quickly taking the Carrot piece.
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Post by Mustang on Aug 27, 2008 0:02:28 GMT -5
"Ya, he's really good with with. His ground manners are pretty good, it's everything else that needs work." She smiled as Deductive quickly took the carrot, breaking off another piece and holding it out for him. When Dustin was done she'd see if he wanted to give him a couple.
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Post by Shadz on Aug 27, 2008 0:08:33 GMT -5
Dustin nodded and picked up Deductive's right Hind leg, He cleaned out his hoof and sighed, Putting his foot down he moved the the left hind leg. giving Deductive a light slap on the rump Dustin started on the Front, Picking up the Left Hoof, and getting Nipped on the butt. Chuckling Dustin pushed the horses head away and finished the last hoof.. he's cheeky. Do you know how much they trained him?..
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Post by Mustang on Aug 27, 2008 0:14:05 GMT -5
Lily couldn't help but laugh when Deductive bit Dustin on the rear. It was classic! "I'm sorry, but that was funny. They lunged him with a saddle, but I don't think they'd ever put someone up on him before." She took the last piece of the first carrot and held it out, careful that he didn't bite her fingers next.
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