#101 Left hanging out to dry

"There's only one thing we're still dealing with," Remmy's owner mentioned. "He paws terribly when standing in cross-ties." Immediately, I had a vision of Remmy in the barn aisle, held by cross ties – two ropes attached to the walls, clipped to his halter. I responded, "No wonder he's upset when stuck in cross-ties for two hours." At the same time, Remmy's owner added, "I knew he had been left in cross-ties for hours with the last trainer." We shared a moment of realization and concern. I spoke, "This horse was made to stand in cross-ties for two hours…" "Yes, after his rides," she confirmed. I could feel Remmy's experience in my own body. "Imagine being ridden hard, then stuck in cross-ties while the sweat dries, leaving you itchy and unable to move or reach for water after an intense workout. It's no surprise he's distressed." Show notes available here:https://www.mindful-connections.com/post/101-left-hanging-out-to-dry