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Tip/Quote of the Day # 386
The last couple of strides before a jump belong to the horse. Don't interrupt him.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 385
One of the most important things to remember in this sport is that we do this for FUN! Make sure that you remind yourself of this often. If you access more of the fun in your riding, your horse will usually go better.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 384
"Dressage is not just for competition. It is gymnastics for horses, and all horses can benefit from it, as they are more likely to stay sound with a long, stretchy neck, soft body and easy movement." ~ Carl Hester
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 383
Positive reinforcement is a very powerful way to train horses. And because of this, you must be very careful that you are actually reinforcing the right things.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 382
Your training goal for the "hot" or high strung horse should be to get him to learn how to control his energy. Don't try to wear him out. That will never work with the truly hot horse.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 381
"If you control the hind legs, you control the horse."
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 380
From Facebook fan Anne Rawle ~ "Never teach a horse something you want him to forget."
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 379
Dressage is the passionate pursuit of perfection by the obsessively imperfect. ;)
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 378
"Breathe deeply and calmly in the canter. Expand your rib cage"
 ~ Nuno Oliveira
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 377
Always keep your eyes up when walking a course. See exactly what your horse will be seeing for the first time.
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 376
"Through gaining competence, we gain confidence” ~ Erik Herbermann
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Tip/Quote of the Day # 375
“When the horse is resisting the left rein, try to substitute the left rein aid with the left leg.” ~ Nuno Oliveria