Tip/Quote of the Day # 4220
We must not forget that the horses we ride today are descended from the ones who did NOT get eaten by the mountain lion at the water hole. In other words, it is perfectly normal for horses to be spooky.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4523
To keep your horse straight in the canter, always be thinking of a slight shoulder fore positioning.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4522
The inside rein is like the directional in your car. You use it to indicate the direction that you plan to go, but not to actually turn your car.
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4521
"You need to have a good seat to be able to use a spur correctly. You should not use them unless your horse is in front of your leg. They are not to be used to get your horse forward." ~ Hazel Roberts
Tip/Quote of the Day # 4520
Make sure you finish every training session on a good note, so that you always put the horse away happy. That will set the stage for a more positive attitude for your next ride.