Horsewhisperer, what is that excactly?
Line Christine Prestkvarn
"horsewhiperer", and how you would describe what such a person do...
The reason for my question is that I have found there are almost as many
types of answers to it as it is persons you ask...In other words, there seem
to be a LOT of different oppinions out there to what a "whisperer" really is
all about...
It seems there are a lot of views out there also on Horsemanship. In Norway
I've experienced that some horsepeople simply call us
"Horsemanship-Aunties"... I think it reflect upon their ignorance and
estranged feeling of what we are up to with our horses....They simply find
us odd... How is this around the world?
When I tell people I'm into western riding, some have even asked if I ride
with a gun..... But that is usually folks who don't ride themselves.... T.G.
for that, at least...
Line.
Francis Burton
Line Christine Prestkvarn <cowgir...@go.enitel.no> wrote:
>I take my chance, and ask you all what you all put in that word,
>"horsewhiperer", and how you would describe what such a person do...
I think the term "horse whisperer" originated in a
time when a small, secretive guild of people were
considered to have special, even magical, abilities
with horses. They are described in "The Horse in the
Furrow" by George Ewart Evans and "The Horsemasters"
by Josephine Haworth. One of their supposed tools
was "the horseman's word" which they would whisper
in the ear of the horse. With this, they were able
to produce calming or rousing effects. In reality,
they were probably just good horsemen, though there
is a suggestion they may have used herbs in a
pharmacological or olfactory way (early equine
aromatherapists?!).
Since then the term has been adopted and adapted
by those who want to create an aura of mystery and
special ability.
>The reason for my question is that I have found there are almost as many
>types of answers to it as it is persons you ask...In other words, there seem
>to be a LOT of different oppinions out there to what a "whisperer" really is
>all about...
Yes, and that is why it such an unhelpful, misleading
term.
>It seems there are a lot of views out there also on Horsemanship. In Norway
>I've experienced that some horsepeople simply call us
>"Horsemanship-Aunties"... I think it reflect upon their ignorance and
>estranged feeling of what we are up to with our horses....They simply find
>us odd... How is this around the world?
Are you referring to "natural horsemanship"? This is
another trendy term, with potential to confuse the issues
and create bandwagons. It seems that some unscrupulous
and/or self-deceiving people are adopting the NH label to
generate business. They can "talk the talk", but are
bad news for horses and their owners. Trainers should
be judged by their results, not merely by what they say.
>When I tell people I'm into western riding, some have even asked if I ride
>with a gun.....
That's really funny (and sad)!
Francis
Centaur
romantic, whimsical, trendy term that has gathered momentum round the world
on which
people can build fame and perhaps bamboozal the public. I feel it is a term
that is 'meant' to mean that you
have a damn good understanding of horses. Personally, I prefer to use the
term 'Horse Listener' but I don't suppose this would catch people's
imagination so well. Understanding of the horse is only limited by one's
knowledge, time and desire. Spend time with your horse. Not just grooming,
riding and feeding....more.....much more. Get to understand his likes,
wishes, habits......then you'll begin to understand his thoughts. His body
language tells you a great deal.......beyond that there is a surisingly
sophistacated degree of thinking that some, not all, horses have. Perhaps so
called 'horse whisperers' would like to ride, jump and enjoy their horses
riding with no saddle and bridle. (Richard, please could you put your hat
on, we're supposed to be setting an example! Jean Francois Pignon, you are
brilliant but the photos portray you responding to the crowd not 'being one'
with your horses. Forget the crowd!) I must stop....this is a favourite
subject of mine. I will write more on my website sometime but my work comes
first. I am happy to share thoughts, and talk when I am asked to talk but I
prefer to remain a private person - that way I have more time to spend with
my horse! ....and family!! Feedback welcome.
--
www.patrickkempe.co.uk
Patrick 'Centaur', New Forest, UK.
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