Are Hanoverians good horses?

[Raaben]

Hey y'all, so I'm half-leasing one and just wanted to know what peoples experiences were? I've ridden her once and picked up her controls in about 20 min.

[Wally]

Some are some are not!

[Skippys Mum]

Its like every other horse in the world - depends how the basic training was!

[xloopylozzax]

depends on the horse in question, the ones i know are fantastic :D

[Nookster]

agree with others the breed can't determine the horses mind set

I did have a rockhill hannoverian - he was a disaster when i first got him, very untrusting, would corner you etc. Over the years he turned into the horse of a lifetime for me, so soft and so trusting, was an honour to own him.

[Raaben]

The horse has had good training. Its me who hasn't:o

[Madame_Sarah]

Be wary with warmbloods and always remember the stereotypical behavaiour, but don't let that rule the way you think about the individual. His/her horsonality must be the deciding factor...but just remember of what that "type" can be capable when left in inexperienced hands. I tell myself: don't let a strong attitude develop in that type of horse...or any for that matter - personality is one thing, poor discipline of a particular behaviour can be dangerous, espcecially when you're faced with a great hunk of a warmblood with serious brains.
(Very jealous that you've found a warmblood for loan - mine fell through at the last minute, and I found a little bundle of Welsh Sect D fun instead.)

S :D

[Raaben]

Well I rode her once for a lesson and liked her, so my RI said that her owner wanted a lease on her and wanted to give me the heads up. I couldn't refuse..she is adorable..:D I'll post pics this weekend.

[Madame_Sarah]

Well I rode her once for a lesson and liked her, so my RI said that her owner wanted a lease on her and wanted to give me the heads up. I couldn't refuse..she is adorable..:D I'll post pics this weekend.

A horse that is used in a riding school is less likely to pose major problems unless you instill them yourself. If she's considered safe enough for people to ride at the school - even if she's a more "advanced" ride, I'm sure she'll have fewer quirks than ridable points on the warmblood scale :)

Oh, and the gentle warmbloods I've met eat plenty, poo loads, and are usually very "sweet" and happy to stand around for fuss.

Sarah :)

[Raaben]

She is an adorable horse. I'll get pics up as soon as I can.

[snopuma]

Be wary with warmbloods and always remember the stereotypical behavaiour, but don't let that rule the way you think about the individual. His/her horsonality must be the deciding factor...but just remember of what that "type" can be capable when left in inexperienced hands. I tell myself: don't let a strong attitude develop in that type of horse...or any for that matter - personality is one thing, poor discipline of a particular behaviour can be dangerous, espcecially when you're faced with a great hunk of a warmblood with serious brains.
(Very jealous that you've found a warmblood for loan - mine fell through at the last minute, and I found a little bundle of Welsh Sect D fun instead.)

S :D

Be wary????? is this a lesson in how to scare a person who's already ridden the horse? so next time they worry, the horse picks up on it and is also worried.

[Raaben]

Be wary????? is this a lesson in how to scare a person who's already ridden the horse? so next time they worry, the horse picks up on it and is also worried.

LOL....that's all I have to say..I agree on the worried part:-)

[Madame_Sarah]

Be wary????? is this a lesson in how to scare a person who's already ridden the horse? so next time they worry, the horse picks up on it and is also worried.



I think you might have read the word "wary" with slightly different association to that which was intended. I mean, "be respectful and bear in mind"...I don't scare horses by reminding myself that they are capable of dangerous behaviour, I am simply prepared to deal with it if it occurs.

There is a reason that I haven't posted lately...if people are so picky about the exact vocabulary used, I see no way of putting my point acorss without explaining every single term exactly - somewhat unsatisfying and tiresome when offering requested advice. Questionning is a good idea if a point is misunderstood, but being pedantic is a bit rude in my opinion.

I wouldn't be scared of the horse, just remind yourself of stereotypical warmblood behaviour and how to train to avoid it getting out of hand. I believe the topic is, "Are Hannovarians good horses?" and that constitutes, in my mind, a discussion/advice regarding knowledge of typical Hannovarian behaviour - if that's not what was intended, I do apologise. But I tried to point out that Warmbloods have particular quirks that can be interesting, as most horses also do.

:)

[snopuma]

I think you might have read the word "wary" with slightly different association to that which was intended. I mean, "be respectful and bear in mind"...I don't scare horses by reminding myself that they are capable of dangerous behaviour, I am simply prepared to deal with it if it occurs.

There is a reason that I haven't posted lately...if people are so picky about the exact vocabulary used, I see no way of putting my point acorss without explaining every single term exactly - somewhat unsatisfying and tiresome when offering requested advice. Questionning is a good idea if a point is misunderstood, but being pedantic is a bit rude in my opinion.

I wouldn't be scared of the horse, just remind yourself of stereotypical warmblood behaviour and how to train to avoid it getting out of hand. I believe the topic is, "Are Hannovarians good horses?" and that constitutes, in my mind, a discussion/advice regarding knowledge of typical Hannovarian behaviour - if that's not what was intended, I do apologise. But I tried to point out that Warmbloods have particular quirks that can be interesting, as most horses also do.

:)

I have two warmbloods and I am intrigued as to what this stereotypical behavior is that you speak of? Do you mean they are flighty? or naughty? or rude? or nuts? mine aren't any of those things and I have been around plenty of warmbloods who aren't like that either... if anything the stereotype of a warmblood would be IMO a horse full of personality, grace, action, strength, kindness, obedience, intelligence, just plain wonderful...

[Raaben]

I just wanted peoples opinions on them etc cuz I've never leased one. No need to bicker

[vimto92]

Like any horse, it depends on the individual entirely.

I thought you were going to half-lease an Arab?

[Raaben]

Like any horse, it depends on the individual entirely.

I thought you were going to half-lease an Arab?

I did too until I checked again with my RI...

[Kc..]

Oh, and the gentle warmbloods I've met eat plenty, poo loads, and are usually very "sweet" and happy to stand around for fuss.



You've just summed Lantern up in one sentance! He's a polish warmblood!

[Raaben]

So I'm guessing the consensus is that they are a good breed eh? Hey if anyone wants me to and hasn't yet I'll start a group for those of us who have Hanoverian's...

[Dooley]

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I wouldn't be scared of the horse, just remind yourself of stereotypical warmblood behaviour and how to train to avoid it getting out of hand. ..... But I tried to point out that Warmbloods have particular quirks that can be interesting, as most horses also do.

:)


Madame_Sarah, would you mind expanding on what you are referring to here? I am NOT being pedantic or rude , actually seriously interested in what stereotypial behaviour you are referring to. My friend has just bought a warmblood and I would really like to know what to be aware of that may be different from other breeds. I have only really come across a few warmbloods "close up" and haven't known enough to pick up a "trend" if you like.
Many thanks in advance.

Raaben,
There are a lot of Hanoverians who do well at the higher competition levels, so in that respect I guess your answer must be Yes :D but the breed doesn't make a horse a good horse.

[Raaben]

I'm thinking I made a good choice with leasing her, everyone seems to think they are good mannered horses.

[Kc..]

I'm un-sure what quirks warmbloods have tbh, i know quite a few and own one. And honestly i've never met a more honest, trying horse than him. He'll do anything to please me and is sucha sweetie on the ground and when ridden!