Misty moved to a new foster home about a week ago. She’s occupying the spot that was held by Louie, who is now out on a trial to be adopted. Misty’s new foster mom is an accomplished rider and trainer who will be working Misty under saddle during her foster, just as she did very successfully with Louie! Here’s an update from Lisa about her impressions of the new girl:
Misty has done a great job settling in to her new environment. She proves to be very sensible and easy to handle, considering she is only five! Her personality is so curious and sweet, it’s hard not to fall in love with her. She is very interested in everything going on, and I can tell it’s great for her to be in our neighborhood where she is getting exposed to many new things. She can be sort of a firecracker on the lunge line, full of energy, but under saddle she hasn’t taken a bad step. We are mostly working on trot balance and rhythm, and staying round, with lots of transitions, because the arena is too deep in spots right now for me to feel comfortable with canter work (she is cantering herself plenty on the lunge line!). I put a trot pole out the other day and she really liked that. I have also taken her out of the arena a few times and she doesn’t seem herd bound or spooky, just eager to explore. I plan to hack her more and more outside during the next few weeks as I get to know her better. And if the weather cooperates, a trail ride could be in our future.
Excited to see what the future holds with this cute, athletic, and smart mare.
