Horse Training
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Teaching Your Horse To Have A Nice Stop
Teaching your horse to stop smoothly isn’t about pulling harder on the reins—it’s about balance, communication, and proper body positioning. By using the “leg on, leg off” method, you can...
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Desensitizing A Sensitive Horse
Desensitizing a sensitive horse requires a consistent, confident approach. In this post, we explore techniques for handling a flighty, reactive horse by using various tools like flags, bags, and obstacles....
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MG Halter (Attaching The Lead)
Learn how to properly attach a lead rope to your MG Halter for maximum safety and durability. Avoid common mistakes like using metal clips, which can weaken your rope and...
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Stop Pawing In The Stall
Horses naturally crave movement, and when confined to a stall, they may develop restless behaviors like pawing. One effective way to curb this habit is through patience training with regular...
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Towards The Void - Away From Pressure
Training a horse using the Towards the Void – Away from Pressure method helps develop responsiveness, balance, and confidence. By guiding the horse to move into open space rather than...
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Kindergarten - Respect
Establishing respect is the foundation of successful horse training, and it all starts with "Kindergarten." Before teaching a horse anything, they must recognize their handler as the leader by respecting...
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Tying To A Hitching Post
Learn how to safely tie your horse to a hitching post using a secure clove hitch knot. This method not only keeps your horse centered and calm but also reduces...
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Tying In A Trailer
Properly tying your horse in a trailer is crucial for their safety during transport. This guide covers the best practices, including tying at wither height, using a quick-release knot, and...
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Button Using Your Hands On The Reins
Mastering the "three buttons" on the reins—flexing the horse's head, disengaging the hindquarters, and moving the shoulders—is a simple yet powerful way to gain control and communicate effectively with your...
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Trouble With Preschool
Trouble with preschool in horse training often stems from issues with respect and responsiveness. Preschool is the foundational phase where trainers observe a horse's behavior without restraints, using tools like...
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Safety Around Foals
Handling foals requires consistent safety measures to prevent accidents and build mutual respect. Always be aware of danger zones, such as directly in front of or behind the foal, and...
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Intro to Driving Part 3
Training a saddle horse to become a cart horse is a rewarding yet delicate process. In Intro to Driving Part 3, we follow Amie, a young Warmblood filly, as she...