The sun goes to their heads...

Dave has been a very good boy working over the last week - happy, forward-going and enjoying being out with his new BF, Red, who was also loving the sunshine.

So when all I wanted from Dave on Sunday afternoon was a few minutes of footage on a circle which I could send to his vet and owner, I didn't think that was going to be a big ask.

I had reckoned without the effects of bright sunshine, strong winds and vocal companions; why would he trot in circles...

...when he could be having more fun rolling...

...bucking...

or of course demonstrating how much taller he is than I am. 

There is nothing wrong with his agility, despite him being at least 19 hands high, and although the photos look dramatic he is a gentle giant - but its a bit like having a Great Dane trying to jump up and put his paws on your shoulders(!).

Earlier, Wally had been in a similar frame of mind...again, all I wanted was to see him trotting a circle.

Instead I got all sorts of moves, only some of which would be recognised in a dressage arena...

Nice one Wally - you've got yourself off the sick list and into work for the week ahead :-)