jenns.world

Amidst the raw emotions and urgency surrounding Zuma's tragic fate, the narrative shifts abruptly from the bustling streets of Pokhara to a seemingly ordinary outing turned nightmare. The tranquility of a leisurely ride into town swiftly transforms into a harrowing ordeal as a careless encounter with a blue truck shatters the peaceful tableau, propelling both horse and rider into a nightmare of pain and uncertainty. In the aftermath of the collision, with Zuma's broken leg hanging precariously and the specter of impending loss looming large, a desperate scramble ensues to secure aid and solace for the wounded animal. As the echoes of distress reverberate through the air, a somber realization sets in, underscoring the fragile balance between serenity and chaos in the unpredictable tapestry of life. The veterinarian arrived: a beacon of hope amidst the gathering storm During what seemed like an hour or so, Razu had returned, and I had removed Zuma’s saddle and untied the rope we ...

In November 2015, I volunteered in Nepal for a couple of weeks. During that time, I fell in love with the country and extended my stay by an extra week to connect with the people and explore more of Pokhara and Nepal. One evening, the topic of paragliding, a popular activity in Pokhara, came up in conversation. The Hidden Paradise Hotel and Guest House is a favorite spot for thrill-seekers. While I, being more grounded, couldn't quite muster excitement for the risky activity, I was nudged and questioned why I wouldn't want to try it. I explained, "It's just not my thing. I ride horses and have done so for over 30 years, and I find joy in the connection and thrill that horseback riding brings. That's my thing." The hotel's owner, Laxman, asked me, "Do you want to go horseback riding then?" Excitedly, I replied, "Yes!" A few days later, Laxman arranged for another guest, Missy, and me to ride horses owned by his friend at the Pokhara Pony...

  In September of 2020, during the Covid pandemic, I bought a Horse. Though I only spent just over a year with this older ex-ranch horse, the red roan gelding taught me so much during my time with him. This is the story I call my horses ‘divine mirrors’—they reflect back the emotions you put in. If you put in love and respect and kindness and curiosity, the horse will return that. Allan Hamilton FORWARD Animals have been in my life since I was a shy little girl. From Dogs to Cats, Parrots all the way down to Hamsters, Rats, and Gerbils. I even had a Prairie Dog at one point. There is just something about our deep understanding of animals and our partnerships with them. I started riding horses after begging my Mother for lessons when I was 8, and I have never looked back. When I was young, I dreamt of being a Horse Trainer. From 1992-1994 I took that dream and worked for Doc Nichols at Blue Spruce Veterinarian and learned more about training from Les Corbett (a well known saddlebred...

  In September of 2020, during the Covid pandemic, I bought a Horse. Though I only spent just over a year with this older ex-ranch horse, the red roan gelding taught me so much during my time with him. This is the story. In my  previous  post, I talked about meeting Shawna and talking with Audrey about this explosive horse named “Cowboy”. He was spooky and unaware of his handler, his surroundings, or the placement of his feet. I spent five months starting over with him as if he would be ridden for the first time as a young horse. GETTING TO KNOW EACH OTHER When I first met Cowboy, he wasn’t flighty per se, but he wasn’t focused on the present. He was highheaded and looking off into the distance as if something would happen at any moment. However, when something startled him, he would flinch and settle quickly. He didn’t try to bolt or jerk me around. In fact, he tended to plant his feet solid. His behavior showed that he wasn’t high energy, but he just needed to focus on ...

  In September 2020, I bought a Horse during the Covid pandemic. Though I only spent just over a year with this older ex-ranch horse, the red roan gelding taught me so much during my time with him. This is the story Even though this 15-year-old ranch horse was exhibiting explosive behavior to a couple of people and causing problems when being shod, I felt that if I worked with Cowboy,  it would be a good trail horse for me in the end. He was still exhibiting some stiffness in his neck that I was helping him work through with regular massages, lateral flexion, and bending through small circles. After  getting to know  him and spending Spring and early Winter starting him over like a young horse, I started  riding him . RIDING COWBOY I rode Cowboy for the first time on February 21, 2021, and while he protested a little at first, I reminded myself that he was an x-ranch horse at 15 years old. This helped me be more confident in myself and that he knew what to do. ...