Tip/Quote of the Day # 3064
Training a horse can sometimes be quite a long process! But it's worth it. And you don't get the same feeling from shortcuts.
Training a horse can sometimes be quite a long process! But it's worth it. And you don't get the same feeling from shortcuts.
Horses speak through actions. Try to listen to what they are telling you.
"At the beginning, the horse should have a long neck, and be really going into the bit, and that I am able to always have steady contact with a willingness of the horse to go forward. They are a little down at the beginning when I do my warm
Soften the reins too much at the beginning of a lengthening, and you may find that you lose your stored energy. Which will likely cause your horse to quicken his stride rather than giving you a true lengthening. Aim to maintain your connection as you ask your horse to push
Check for self carriage often throughout your work. Each time you do, you will get clear and accurate feedback as to whether or not your horse is carrying himself properly.