It came about time to re-introduce Gracie to the trailer. I knew this was going to be no easy feat, and that lately with her being a bit sassy, she was going to rebel. And rebel she did.
The trailer arrived while I was grooming her, and she saw it pull in. I think she sensed it was there for her, because she got antsy, and kept looking back at it. After lunging, her owner (who is also our trainer) took the lead and brought her to the back of the trailer. Her poor legs were shaking, and she was breathing pretty heavily. She sniffed it, then pulled back, reared a few times and trotted around and around. He lead her to the trailer again, this time she took a step in. Then backed up, reared and trotted around again. This went on for about 30 minutes. Finally, she was brave enough to enter the trailer. And then turn around and rush out.
After an hour, she had successfully entered the trailer three times. I was so proud of her, knowing how scared she is of them.
With a mouthful of liquorice she headed into the arena for a well deserved free run. I'm feeling hopeful that we may possibly make it to the show next month!
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