Foal Handling


Heather haltering Solstice
Heather haltering Solstice

Heather has raised foals from birth and has also trained weanlings which have never experienced handling.

 

 

 

 
Solstice lifting front leg
Solstice lifting front leg

 

Valuable lessons for a foal to know are:


Solstice lifting hind leg
Solstice lifting hind leg

Heather provides lessons in a short, gentle format so foals can learn to behave respectfully and build trust in their handlers without experiencing excessive stress.

 

 

 


 
Heather leading Solstice
Heather leading Solstice

 

Heather would like to thank Carolyn Webb, owner; the mare, Ashley; and the colt, Solstice, for the photo session.

 

 

 

 

Testimonials

Heather's foal handling tips were practical and straightforward. With Heather's help, I felt confident that I could teach my foals basic ground manners in a gentle, positive way.
— Carolyn Webb