Most children build their first impressions of animals through the medium of television when they start watching cartoons.
This is a fun and simple way of learning the names of different animals and the noises associated with them. However, as they get a little bit older and begin school, their perception of animals’ behaviour may still be the same.
Apart from house pets like dogs and cats, the animal kingdom remains a mystery to many children for a number of years.
As far as some six and seven-year-olds are concerned, the concept of a talking horse who can drive a car is considered normal.
A gift that will stand to your child
Giving your child the gift of horse riding lessons is an excellent way of introducing them to horses in their true form, while also adding a huge element of fun and responsibility.
These majestic animals command respect and, once it’s shown to them, what they offer humans in return is extraordinary.
You don’t need to introduce your kids to the dark side of the animal kingdom in its unedited glory, but, by the same measure, a dose of reality is no harm. In fact, it’s educational and beneficial.
Horse riding lessons will instil an appreciation for horses within your child and even give them a head start over their classmates.
Of course, at such a young age they will be mere passengers on the horse’s back and the lessons will be extremely well supervised, but nothing beats the thrill of that first-time experience.
Building a healthy respect for the animal is a great starting point
Horse riding has been proven to benefit a child’s coordination, which can give them another little head start over their friends.
Dunton Stables offer specialised horse riding lessons for children, with an extra focus on harnessing the child’s confidence as well as nurturing their appreciation for the grace and beauty of the animal.
Stable management activities also come highly recommended as they are fun and hugely educational.
Dunton Stables is currently running a range of offers centred around horse riding holidays. This is an ideal environment for children to become acquainted with horses, while at the same time enjoying a great holiday.