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Why do people think stallions are so unpredictable2007-11-24 21:23:21

But it sounds like youve trained your horse well enough so it wont get out of control when a mare is in heat.

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There were five at a barn I used to ride at. All were used for more than stud service, and all were ridden. I'm not sure but I think one was a jumper or for some kind of show? Two were ridden by kids maybe 14 yrs old. We could go into their stalls, pet and groom them, and give them snacks. They were well-behaved gentlemen, so I assume it's more of an additude and training thing. They can be a handful, and some are quite dangerous, but I've only had good experiences.

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In my mind, stallions are like dynamite. They are necessary, serve a specific purpose, can be quite benign and harmless if handled correctly, but can kill you under the right circumstances. Mares can be bad enough when they are hormonal, but a stallion should only be handled by someone capable and cautious!