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How are the horses cared for?
The well-being of the horses is the primary preoccupation of Cavalia and this is apparent during the show. The horses find pleasure in being on stage and we allow them to express their natural tendency to play. A team of 20 people, including a stables manager, two veterinary technicians, a blacksmith and several grooms, take care of horses' well-being; balanced and personalized diet, training program, care of hoofs, etc. The activities in the stables are numerous and each day horses get their share of pampering, including a shower, grooming, massage, outing to the paddocks and workshops with their riders.
How are the horses trained?
There is a real bond and communication between the trainers and the horses. Talking, using finger and body gestures, and clucking their tongues, the trainers make a game out of the routines. This approach takes more time than other methods, but gives better results.
How long does it take a horse to learn its part?
To train a horse for Cavalia, it can take from six months to ten years depending on the discipline practiced. For Trick Riding, if the horse is not too apprehensive at the start, the training can be done in a few months. For a horse in Haute École dressage or dressage at liberty, the work can take several years. For example, Frédéric Pigon has been working with Fasto for 14 years.
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