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RDA is in constant need of good, sound horses. The ideal horse is one who has Pony Club and Adult Riding Club ...
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RDA horses wanted
RDAQ is in constant need of good, sound horses. The ideal horse is one who has Pony Club and Adult Riding Club background. Our horses are very special and many of our riders become attached to their regular mount. If you have a horse that you consider is suitable, please contact RDAQ or your local Centre.
The following is the RDAQ horse selection criteria. Assessment of horses is carried out either by the local Centre coach or one of the State coaches. There is no comprise in our selection process for suitable horses.
Riding for the Disabled Association of Queensland
Horses - Selection Criteria
Size Range
- 12 to 15.2hh for ease of mounting/dismounting at the ramp or block and dependent on group needs.
- Ease for side walkers to provide support.
- Weight carrying capacity.
- Smaller or taller horses may be useful in some groups.
Temperament
- Quiet and Unflappable.
- Able to tolerate traffic, strange sights and sounds, unusual mounting techniques and spasmodic movements.
- Responsive, must move forward freely and be easy to stop and steer.
- Kind and friendly on the ground, easy to catch, groom and saddle.
- Tolerates people and other horses close by.
- Avoid horses that are lethargic, too keen, bad tempered (kicking and/or biting) and those with stable vices.
Age Range
- Recommend 8 to 18 years, preferably with a Pony Club, Adult Riding Club or competition background.
- Younger horses do not have the life experience and may panic if things go wrong. Volunteers may not have the experience to handle young horses.
- Older horses can be prone to stumbling, arthritis and other chronic unsoundness problems and poor muscle tone over the back.
Soundness:
- Horses must be sound, sure footed and able bodied in order to carry riders who may be asymetrical and unbalanced.
- Horses will be assessed initially, vetted and trialed prior to use for RDAQ.
Conformation and Paces:
- Will be determined by the needs of riders in existing groups. Usually a stocky, solidly built type for weight carrying.
- May need a lighter, narrower type of horse for some riders.
- Good average conformation and paces are required for a comfortable ride. Horses of stocky build often have a short, choppy stride.
Riding for the Disabled Association of Queensland
Moordale St
CHAPEL HILL 4069
Phone 07 3720 2345
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