Poor baby I feel sorry for him. I will never accept dressage until I see them riding a routine without a bit, tie down or ridiculously tight nose bands, or spurs. How would the rider liked to treated that way! They would cry like a babies in seconds!!!!
Like someone said, she just had a baby and is still recovering. And last I knew it wasn't recommended to ride a mare until she has recovered and the foal is completely weaned from her