Iceman Update 09/27/09

It was another big weekend for Iceman. Dave and Eric really make a great team, and Iceman was kept busy for most of Sunday morning. He is really taking the saddle well, and seems to be responding better now that they have swapped out the nylon halter for a rope halter. Eric took him out of his stall and walked him all around the property, allowing Iceman to see more sights and sounds of the ranch he has never seen before. Iceman has really started to understand being led, and is able to follow on a much shorter, relaxed lead. After a few laps, Iceman was brought into the nice, sandy arena for the first time. Dave took the rope and decided to work on some Parelli techniques. They focused on the "Seven Games", and the response back from Iceman was wonderful...Mustangs are so incredibly intelligent. After some ground work, it was time to try the saddle. Iceman handles the additional pressure very well and stays fairly calm and comfortable with the guys at his side. Dave went first, testing out the limits...but unfortunately the saddle slipped a bit and we had a bit of a rodeo, haha. Eric went second, managed to hop all the way in, but didnt stay on too long. Iceman spent the rest of the day in the arena, enjoying the soft sand and processing his morning activities. Meanwhile, his best bud Sidewinder watched very intently and was anxiously awaiting his return.