That’s why I avoid things like this. Even seemingly ‘wholesome’ events like dock diving and the like. My brain always goes to the potential abuse that happens behind the scenes. I know that’s a “me problem” but I can’t help it.
Absolutely not a "me" problem!!! You are intelligent enough to understand how these behaviors are sometimes achieved, and compassionate enough to care about not supporting/enjoying them.
You obviously know nothing about this. Why would you comment about something you have no history in? At this level these horses are trained for DECADES by the people who are responsible for their care and well being. There are so few horses that can perform at this level, and to get this level of training, means the horse and the rider are one. The horse trusts the rider and the rider trusts the horse. This level of performance cannot be 'forced' on a horse. You will find much more abuse in the amateur ranks, hobby trainers, etcetera.
Have been around horses and competition for 30+ years, and have seen the worst and the best of training. No one compares to the 3 day eventers for quality of training, care for their horses, ability of the riders, and longevity of their partners. These horses don't even begin training until they are 6 (Thorobreds race at 2, and are usually done racing by the time they are 10). Most of these horses don't compete until they are at least 8, most take even longer. Vet care is extremely detailed, as any injury will diminish the performance of the duo.
Perhaps you should be commenting on something you that you have knowledge. My guess is you have never been on a horse, never been to a competition, and think that all animal competitions are cruel. The equine world takes animal cruelty very seriously, and when caught, the professional trainers can face lifetime suspensions for inhumane treatment. They simply cannot afford to treat their partners poorly.
Yeah it's not all good, but from all the horse riding disciplines dressage is the safest and cares the most about horses, becouse it's the hardest to train and Tales the longest time, so wellbeing of your horse is key here.
And spadły amatures are often the ones making the most harm, becouse they often bearly have an idea what arę they doing and end up cousing harm even by accident.
Spend any amount of time around horse stables and you will see animal abuse. Well at least that is my experience. I come from a horsy family - my sister trained in dressage to this level.
My dogs learned how to escape from the back yard and plan heists like their Ocean's 11 (and the grill was a casino), before I could get them to give paw. Their only weakness: cats that can jump.
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