tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post6707485980126434374..comments2024-01-06T02:00:05.220-07:00Comments on SprinklerBandits: Teach Me Tuesday: Barn DogsSprinklerBandithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02948487857418394022noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-39851082601394450392015-08-21T10:21:53.636-06:002015-08-21T10:21:53.636-06:00Having my own barn my dogs are in my barn and it i...Having my own barn my dogs are in my barn and it is their favorite place. I have taught them to stay out of where I ride but they aren't perfectly behaved so...I feel that this has also exposed my horses to lots of things. Dogs running by, dogs playing, dogs running into my horse while I'm riding, dogs popping out of bushes, etc. this helps at horse shows because even though dogs must be on a leash at the shows, kids do not. They are equally as unpredictable. All of my horses have handled the transition to showing well and I think it is because I try not to baby them. I only bring my chihuahua to shows because she is well mannered, a horse show veteran, and keeps me company. Unfortunately I also fear her getting eaten because others don't leash their dogs even though it's is a rule :(Amy @ Diary of a Horse Obsessed Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17310154143848077322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-52954308927788405482015-08-19T05:49:25.756-06:002015-08-19T05:49:25.756-06:00oops meant to reply to my own comment. oops meant to reply to my own comment. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-89362496431021594822015-08-19T05:48:06.288-06:002015-08-19T05:48:06.288-06:00I need to add something. It's so funny you pos...I need to add something. It's so funny you posted this yesterday. I thought about you last night because for the first time ever I saw the neighbours dog. I saw it because they were playing frisbee outside the ring. They were actually throwing the frisbee towards the ring. That was some fun times. So dogs are good, handlers are bad and need to not be stupid. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-35824803959900756692015-08-18T20:14:14.100-06:002015-08-18T20:14:14.100-06:00Eh, my dogs have been to WEF, Global Dressage, Red...Eh, my dogs have been to WEF, Global Dressage, Red Hills Horse Trials, Sprieser's FL farm, Longines Miami Beach (which was also their first time at the beach) etc. and are perfectly well-behaved. They will sit quietly in the stadium seating or tiki bar at WEF while the GP is going on, perfectly content and happy. Of course, they are always leashed, and grew up around horses and horse shows, so that's completely normal for them. At the barn, they are off-leash and almost perfectly behaved--they will sometimes go to the fence and bark at the neighbor's 18 (literally) dogs, but are otherwise great. I can't imagine being at the barn without them!Frizzlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03084225669041286128noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-38732476596454724612015-08-18T19:48:45.147-06:002015-08-18T19:48:45.147-06:00I love barn dogs, and taking my dog to the horses,...I love barn dogs, and taking my dog to the horses, however I am a 100% lead advocate when anyone is mounted or working their horse for 2 fold reasons.<br />1. Barrington is 5 kgs- he'd get smooshed!<br />2. I have witnessed faaaaarrr too many accidents caused by loose dogs. <br /><br />So yes, bring your pooch- but be a responsible dog owner. <br /><br />(also barking dogs are the worst!)Leeshhhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504626914889252270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-51116730268950137352015-08-18T19:21:39.162-06:002015-08-18T19:21:39.162-06:00My overreaching policy is "on a case by case ...My overreaching policy is "on a case by case basis" but I generally think that dogs should be allowed at barns. In all honesty, when I was searching out new potential barns for me and Murray the idea that I couldn't bring my dog (or that she would have to stay on leash the entire time) definitely went in the negative column.<br /><br />That being said, I think that dog owners should be HYPER VIGILANT about their dog's behavior at a barn. Obviously the priority at barns are horses and riders, and dogs that run around erratically, leap out and scare people/horses, or are aggressive or agonistic in any way towards people, horses, or barn cats (which are a necessity imo) should be leashed or banned.<br /><br />My dog is a much-beloved barn dog, even though she has committed a few sins in her time (namely getting really wet/muddy and then inviting herself into the nearest open care to rub down on the seats). I am very lucky that when this has happened the various vehicle owners are only slightly angry, but I always offer to clean their cars/pay for cleaning, and leash Ellie should they desire. As much as I would be devastated if Ellie couldn't come to the barn, I also understand that it's a privilege, not a right.Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13834098473974912416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-14700364650097361672015-08-18T16:25:46.165-06:002015-08-18T16:25:46.165-06:00Love dogs, hate dog poop. I think if everyone were...Love dogs, hate dog poop. I think if everyone were responsible and kept their dog on leash and picked up after their pet, it would make for a much nicer experience!<br />And quite honestly, having a dog pop out of the bushes every once in a while will make sure you have a good seat!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-51440522631908509062015-08-18T14:24:12.692-06:002015-08-18T14:24:12.692-06:00Don't mind barn dogs, but if your dog acts a f...Don't mind barn dogs, but if your dog acts a fool at the barn it's not allowed back, to your point, it's a barn, not a dog park. I had a dog run around while I was doing my SJ round at Twin Rivers one time! Thankfully my horse was u phased by not only the pooch who'd clearly gotten away from his owner (since dogs at that show must be leashed) but he also didn't care about the owner ringside hollering and flailing at her dog trying to lure it hysterically back to her. We put down a double clear thank you very much, dog!Nicku Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07006911603623063201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-60995500916546137982015-08-18T13:32:39.848-06:002015-08-18T13:32:39.848-06:00Since I have dogs and ponies at my house, the dogs...Since I have dogs and ponies at my house, the dogs had to learn to stay out of the way of the horses, and the horses had to learn that dogs are there. It hasn't been too much of a problem at all. The goats on the other hand...HolyBullyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10938188769695663261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-85569079676317237552015-08-18T12:44:57.388-06:002015-08-18T12:44:57.388-06:00My Italian greyhound doesn't go to the barn (e...My Italian greyhound doesn't go to the barn (except occasionally he runs out with me when I'm just dropping feed but never when the horses are out of their stalls). He's tiny and too quick and he'd get stomped. My lab would JUST DIE if she couldn't go to the barn with me, but it's the barn in my back yard. I lock her up when I'm riding for safety. I don't take her to anyone else's barn. I don't love having dogs in the ring after Lex tried to double-barrel kick the BO's dog in Ohio, or after the same dog jumped up and bit her nose when I was sitting on her. At M's, the dogs can't go in the ring because of the dog fence, so it works out fine.<br /><br />There's always a line between desensitization and just wanting to have a decent ride.Jesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03275971301824881125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-29603305861778157532015-08-18T11:51:50.850-06:002015-08-18T11:51:50.850-06:00I've been very lucky to find barns that have a...I've been very lucky to find barns that have allowed me to bring my dogs with me, and have them off leash. It's not something that I've gone looking for, but it's a plus. That being said, my dogs better lay or sit where I tell them or there is hell to pay. If your dog can't behave off leash it shouldn't be allowed to be off leash. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-34719415190195903132015-08-18T11:38:08.096-06:002015-08-18T11:38:08.096-06:00Yes, THIS!!! I have no problems with well-behaved...Yes, THIS!!! I have no problems with well-behaved (HORSE SMART!!!) dogs being around the barn. I used to ride with a lady that had 5 dogs (she was the property owner and the trainer) and they were always out and running around. One in particular enjoyed chasing the horses that were working in the ring. I don't know about you, but my mare does NOT like to be chased by dogs. If you know this is an issue with your dog (she did, it was a regular occurrence) make sure the dog is on a leash or not around the horses!!!Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06726155529024447711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-72187401790465036332015-08-18T11:26:06.653-06:002015-08-18T11:26:06.653-06:00I prefer having dogs around. My current barn has g...I prefer having dogs around. My current barn has giant dog stalls with beds and water bowls so you can lock your dogs in when riding if needed. How cool is that? Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15925650148327532110noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-52961525972629737192015-08-18T10:45:48.796-06:002015-08-18T10:45:48.796-06:00Lol so true about cats, our barn cats are notoriou...Lol so true about cats, our barn cats are notorious form running under the jumps as you are approaching the fence. I don't need more to worry about lol.Kitty Kathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10320015015309570032noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-46483195504143886252015-08-18T10:36:16.670-06:002015-08-18T10:36:16.670-06:00I think that unless the dog lives on the property ...I think that unless the dog lives on the property it should be leashed. I'm up there to enjoy time with my horse not worry about running over your dog when it crosses our path.<br />Luckily my barn doesn't allow outside dogs except during shows. <br />I find that cats are worse than dogs though. They really do pop up out of nowhere. I've had to physically evict cats from the ring I've been teaching in because they were trying to catch birds out of the air. Evil!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-50265861381614196332015-08-18T09:45:14.369-06:002015-08-18T09:45:14.369-06:00i have very low tolerance for rude dogs - regardle...i have very low tolerance for rude dogs - regardless of if they're at the barn or out in the non-horsey world. and it makes me really unhappy when we encounter loose dogs with no recall in the woods while riding (there is a leash law). <br /><br />polite, well trained dogs? they don't bother me. if i rode a spookier horse it might... but fortunately that's not the case (and i tend to agree that it's in our best interest to have dog-broke horses). really tho, if i'm riding around and a dog happens to get in the way, i typically expect the dog to MOVE haha, rather than deviating from my own path. emmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05686949099663199382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-77852587017246769412015-08-18T09:34:02.063-06:002015-08-18T09:34:02.063-06:00I'm sure I'm not alone in this, but I have...I'm sure I'm not alone in this, but I have to bring my dogs to shows because it's an all day affair, and I can't very well leave them locked inside for 12 hours. That said, my dogs are show pros. They flop down under the truck or trailer and are neither seen or heard again until it's time to leave unless called upon. It does bug me to be parked by someone whose dog barks constantly at everything, especially when the people leave it alone at the trailer and aren't there to tell to stfu. <br /><br />As far as at the barn, I have nothing against a good barn dog--one that stays the fuck out of the ring and isn't an idiot around the horses elsewhere. My dogs know to go to their corner and stay there while I'm riding. Period. I will get off and beat you if you move. Seeing dogs frolic around the ring at free will while people are riding makes me absolutely crazy. Carlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17308477892024999793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-90233360561935718562015-08-18T09:16:45.741-06:002015-08-18T09:16:45.741-06:00I board my horses at a private barn and when there...I board my horses at a private barn and when there are dogs around it is mostly just my two. I don't mind having them there and they certainly don't bother me. <br /><br />I've never had to deal much with dogs being at public boarding barns because most in this area do not allow dogs on the property (and if so, they must be leashed). It isn't really a big problem for me since Suzie will kick/bite if the dog's get too close or try to herd/attack her.Cathrynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15652933884652697666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-18300705392821267852015-08-18T09:15:19.210-06:002015-08-18T09:15:19.210-06:00I'm pretty neutral about barn dogs- my current...I'm pretty neutral about barn dogs- my current barn has 3 of them, plus the neighbors' dog that just won't stay home. They're in the way and underfoot all the time; Gina has nearly plowed a couple of them over while cantering in the arena. They don't bother me, though, because they're not aggressive toward people or horses and I figure it's good for my horses to be desensitized to dogs. <br /><br />I do NOT like it when people have dogs off-leash at horse shows. I feel like that's a totally different environment than a barn, though.Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07140631127593549541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-45636762055903271162015-08-18T09:13:00.880-06:002015-08-18T09:13:00.880-06:00Do I mind dogs at the barn - no! Do I mind dogs i...Do I mind dogs at the barn - no! Do I mind dogs in the riding arena - you bet!!! It's not safe for the dog and its not safe for me. So unless you're willing to go to work for me while I'm off because your dog ran in front of my horse and I ended up hurt, please leave your dog in a stall, the tack room, etc.Susannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-12260516295073475502015-08-18T09:12:20.943-06:002015-08-18T09:12:20.943-06:00So when I was 18, I lived at the boarding stables ...So when I was 18, I lived at the boarding stables I had been working with my nd of the time. We had our two dogs. Both were herding mutts and knew when they could come in the arena and when not to. They respected horses and authority the majority of the time. Because they liked to wander , they often were long leash tied or in the house while we worked so they didn't get into trouble.... Then boarders would bring their city dogs out, off leash and running amok. Our rule was our dogs live here, your don't, we have the right to boot those who misbehave. <br /><br />I really never understood bringing your dogs to the barn, so many other places to take them, focus on your horse at the barn.While I find all the little show dogs adorable, I also find it totally distracting and annoying. I do want an Auggie or Borgi now becausebibsaw them at a show. ;)Kitty Kathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10320015015309570032noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-13433917978316846712015-08-18T09:09:20.969-06:002015-08-18T09:09:20.969-06:00I love dogs at the barn. One of the favorite thing...I love dogs at the barn. One of the favorite things about my barn is all the dogs there. Bringing Pascale with me every day is a HUGE perk. She loves it, I love it and we both love her sleeping quietly at the apartment later.<br /><br />My two pet peeves with dogs are aggressive dogs and dogs who can't stay out of the ring. I own an aggressive dog, and I have to leave him home because of it. Other than that, Simon is super dog broke and I love having them around. It's part of the package for me.Lauren @ She Moved to Texashttp://www.shemovedtotexas.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-18019543483069851392015-08-18T08:31:52.304-06:002015-08-18T08:31:52.304-06:00Added to say dogs off leash at horse shows* Added to say dogs off leash at horse shows* Laur @FMHHhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04978311855305167845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-17867470445325558352015-08-18T08:31:05.047-06:002015-08-18T08:31:05.047-06:00Part of the dog thing too is a prep for "life...Part of the dog thing too is a prep for "life happens". Wild animals (deer, turkeys, bears - I've had all of them) pop out of the woods when you're trail riding. My barn is set on 130 acres of private wooded land that has a ton of trail. The dogs come with us, and yes, they make noise in the woods, but our horses don't bat an eye at the wild animals either. We make sure our horses get to see everything so they're surprised by very little.<br /><br />If you have too sterile an environment at home, you won't be able to cope with it when "life happens" at horse shows, because eventually, it will.Codex Dressagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04736021620789376995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-647406862592675556.post-13260319683196274512015-08-18T08:29:02.023-06:002015-08-18T08:29:02.023-06:00My current barn (TC's breeder's barn) has ...My current barn (TC's breeder's barn) has a ridiculous amount of dogs running around. They run full speed through the barn aisle under horses' legs, they bark and sometimes fight, they chase horses... and I totally love it. It's amazing bombproofing. TC will never give any fucks about dogs with about 8-10 little terrors running around on a daily basis. One chased us in the arena the other day and he just sidestepped and kicked at the dog. No fear or anxiety, just like he's done it a million times. <br /><br />HOWEVER, if I were paying to board there and my horse had a serious fear of dogs, I probably would have another opinion. I think people need to be smart about mixing horses and dogs. Some dogs can be loose around horses and both not get hurt and not cause problems, others cannot. <br /><br />I don't think it's fair for the people with the good dogs to say they can't come to the barn, but I also don't think it's fair to the riders who pay a lot of money to be at the barn to expose them to potentially dangerous situations that could be prevented. I think a good compromise is a leash requirement or like a "three strikes and you're out" policy where if the dog is disruptive, they can be banned. Meganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04255900012774193536noreply@blogger.com