Velcro

I've noticed a funny thing: the more I require of Tesla to step up to the plate, the more cuddly she is becoming. 

For example, last night I worked her in the arena in the cavesson, and she got a bit emotional about my insisting on prompt down transitions (I was out of town for Mother's Day - so she got like 4 days off and had a case of the zoomies)  But we worked it out and then stood in the arena and chatted with a barn friend. Tess was totally relaxed, licking my hands and politely snuffling my face - I didn't think it was possible for this horse to get any more cuddly, but I guess there is a level up: VELCRO :D