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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4410
"Necks that are pulled in stop the muscles of the back developing and interfere with the natural paces." ~ Reiner Klimke
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4409
From Facebook fan Alexis Soutter ~ "A steady hand with a soft, following elbow invites a steady, soft contact from the horse. Working the bit or being busy with your fingers invites a false frame."
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4408
It is impossible to create a correct rein connection when the horse is not truly thinking forward. You must create a situation where the horse wants to move forward into the connection.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4407
When jumping in muddy or deep conditions, you need extra impulsion. Make sure you have it before you need it.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4406
If you can't do that 4 stride line WELL in both 4 and 5 strides, you have not been doing enough homework. A rideable and adjustable horse is the key to success when jumping.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4405
If you don't give after your horse responds to your aids, you will find that you have to ask harder the next time. And that cycle will continue, until you end up with an unresponsive horse.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4404
The use of "half steps" in your training can be very beneficial, as it can help the horse to understand the idea of engagement without increasing speed.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4403
Energy ultimately begins in the horse's mind, not his hindquarters. Make sure you have your horse's mind engaged.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4402
"Not all of us are lucky enough in our lifetime to have great horses. When you do get one, it's just the best feeling in the world." ~ Carl Hester
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4401
A calm yet mobile mouth means that the horse is light in the hand, and relaxed through the jaw and neck, which allows for easy swallowing.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4400
Dressage is the very best physical therapy that you can do with a horse. But ONLY if it is done 100% correctly!
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 4399
When you are able to give a little on the inside rein as your horse is picking up the canter, you give your horse the best chance to make a soft, smooth canter transition.