Trick Horse Nina

In the past I have posted numerous pictures of the critters around here that are a constant source of 'entertainment' and enjoyment. If you ask Bryan, they are a constant source of irritation and 'draw' on the checkbook, but were not asking him.( I do have to say though that some days i do agree), but you have to take the cons with the pros if your going to have them so lets focus on the pros.

Nina was my first horse. We got her about 11yrs ago. She is now 15 and is the girl's horse-but I still ride her frequently. She's a great horse, great 'horsenality', and I think has a bit of a sense of humor. She takes everything in 'stride;' never seems to get to upset about things.
I have started doing more 'ground' work with the horses-I think it has a lot of benefits for under the saddle later on, plus its fun to do. Anyhow, by doing this I have been able to see/discover some 'horsenality' traits in my horses that I didn't know were there. For example, Nina is part monkey-she loves bananas and loves to climb......on everything that you put in her path, including.........

Ta..Da....big hay bales!!

Walking over just the tarp that was lying on the ground was to boring for her.

Getting up was a lot more graceful then getting down but I do like the fact that she was willing to just take her time and not just 'take a flying leap'. I mean, when your a horse and there is food right below your nose and you really just don't care about whats going on, why not stop to take a bite.

Bottoms Up!!!