From Trainer Haylee Nichols:
Update on Blake!
I have been slacking on taking videos of our sessions lately... Just like in every update he is still his goofy self, picks up a loud feedsack in his mouth and waves it around then gets concerned with a bird sitting on his fence post 5 seconds later.
Lately we've been working on desensitizing, being aware of feet placement, getting his feet trimmed. (Appointment next week if you wanna help cover costs let me know!
)Trailer loading, and staying in his own space.
)Trailer loading, and staying in his own space.☆Things I think he's great at:
● Learning fast
● Going with the flow
● Moving his feet in different directions
● Standing in his water trough right after you fill it.
●Thinking before he reacts (in most situations)
●Let's you put on all 4 fly boots and mask
☆ Things we can continue to work on:
●All areas of desensitizing
●Yielding his hindquarters when asked
●Fly spray
●Personal Space
● Continue with confidence in loading
●Lunging Properly
Can't believe we only have 2 weeks left! No matter where this guy ends up I know in the right hands he will end up being a incredible gelding. If you are interested in adopting Blake or any of the other incredible showdown horses this year you can fill out a application its quick and easy!
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If you have questions feel free to message me.The Showdown is August 22-23 we would love to see you there.
Blake will be available for adoption at the Dakota Showdown Finale on August 23, 2026 in Lennox, South Dakota. Check out http://dakotashowdown.com for more info.