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Yesterday I took my horse up a steep hill and then he fell on me down the hill do u think hell still2007-11-24 21:23:11

Both of us have no injuries, he's gates are okay And I'm fine

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So you rode a horse up a steep hill while riding bareback.

It sounds to me like you started to slide off and yanked or held on to the reins to try to stay on. Meanwhile he reacted to the pull and came up off of his front feet and then fell over backwards.

I wouldn't trust you in this situation if I were him.

Here's a little tip, next time don't go straight up a steep hill while riding bareback.

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He'll still trust you, you just have to show him he can trust you still. Keep taking care of him, give him an apple once in awhile, a carrot here and there (depends if he likes apples and carrots) and he'll want to stay with you forever.

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I agree with the other person also! do that and then when u get to another hill just pet him and say its ok..good boy the whole way up...

Then when you get to the top reward him and pet him.

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It is A LOT harder for horses to go down hill than up hill. You must help the horse (all the time but especially down hill) by keeping in balance with the horse. Make sure your saddle fits well - have an expert fit it. Then, make sure your horse's feet are in very good condition. A trim is necessary every 6 weeks, and shoes are necessary if your horse has thin soles, soft feet or just gets 'gimpy' from hard ground.