I've had my Haflinger for a year now and we have been all through the various routines with moving his feet and and spending quality time together etc., but when we're done he leaves to go graze. That's a Haflinger for you; his belly always comes first. He will follow for a little bit and we have even done some liberty training. We've made a lot of progress, but he's still not ready to accept me completely as the leader. I'm retired so I have plenty of time to get the job done.
Sharon, I think that is pretty normal for them to walk off to eat after a while. Mine do that too. That doesn't mean that you aren't your horses alpha. Keep on connecting and training.
I have a horse that came to us very spoiled and while the sweetest gal around, she is used to getting her way and not offering much in return. She submits to my commands and faces me at all times to look for my next command but, how can I un-spoil her without making myself the negative association>
Be the kind of leader that she needs. Horses are drawn to strength for leadership, and trust follows respect. It sounds like you have her respect. Within the boundaries of respect, be her source of calm and peace. Gentle strokes on the sensory points at sensitive nerve endings, sitting calmly with her in a stall comforting her, find ways to give her endorphins. Most importantly, put your perspective away and look at EVERYTHING from your horse's perspective. Accept who she is. Not every horse wants relationship dynamics like the ones in the movie trailer in our imaginations. I have some horses that want to be with me every second and others who just don't show affection, but I love them just the same.
@@DoubleSpurRanch my boy wants to just rotate around me like a clock.....always facing me. I can round pen him, that's no problem, but what if we don't have a round pen (I share panels and they aren't always available)?
@@jennageuder1268 OK, I got cha! I will get something together about that. And, THANK YOU so much for the suggestion and involvement! I love our community and my core value is that we share experience and info so we all grow together!
That was so educational even though I do not have a horse
It's very rewarding when I can pick up on things my horse is communicating. Spending time with her makes a big difference!
Wish most people had your attitude towards animals
This is the exact video I needed today. Thank you for showing how ground work meets the same needs (cues) in the saddle.
Glad it was helpful!
3:01 so cute
thank you very much!
Thank you so much i needed this
Lovely to see🥰
A very neassary and helpful video. Thanks
Mashallah , Tabark ALLAH I agree with you May Allah bless you
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I've had my Haflinger for a year now and we have been all through the various routines with moving his feet and and spending quality time together etc., but when we're done he leaves to go graze. That's a Haflinger for you; his belly always comes first. He will follow for a little bit and we have even done some liberty training. We've made a lot of progress, but he's still not ready to accept me completely as the leader. I'm retired so I have plenty of time to get the job done.
Sharon,
I think that is pretty normal for them to walk off to eat after a while. Mine do that too. That doesn't mean that you aren't your horses alpha. Keep on connecting and training.
Do I need to use the flag?
I have a horse that came to us very spoiled and while the sweetest gal around, she is used to getting her way and not offering much in return. She submits to my commands and faces me at all times to look for my next command but, how can I un-spoil her without making myself the negative association>
Be the kind of leader that she needs. Horses are drawn to strength for leadership, and trust follows respect. It sounds like you have her respect. Within the boundaries of respect, be her source of calm and peace. Gentle strokes on the sensory points at sensitive nerve endings, sitting calmly with her in a stall comforting her, find ways to give her endorphins. Most importantly, put your perspective away and look at EVERYTHING from your horse's perspective. Accept who she is. Not every horse wants relationship dynamics like the ones in the movie trailer in our imaginations. I have some horses that want to be with me every second and others who just don't show affection, but I love them just the same.
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Awesome thankyou
You’re welcome 😊 Thanks for watching!
Very nice explanation. Thank you very much
Glad it was helpful!
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Awesome, thank you!
What a great balanced explanation of the basics of horsemanship
Thank you for watching!
He looks awesome!
He does! He is awesome!
I have two horses in the pasture can I still put one horse on the lead rope and walk with him in the pasture or should I go with him in the round pen?
To just go for a walk, I don't guess it matters much. Unless you feel the other horses will cause a problem. To work, I'd use the round pen for sure.
@@DoubleSpurRanch thank u
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This is so helpful and makes so much sense. Thank you!
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Thanks so much for watching and the comment! Feel free to contribute with your knowledge or ask questions.
Can you do a video on teaching a horse to lunge on a line?
Jenna, I can do that. Is there a particular issue that you are having with that?
@@DoubleSpurRanch my boy wants to just rotate around me like a clock.....always facing me. I can round pen him, that's no problem, but what if we don't have a round pen (I share panels and they aren't always available)?
@@jennageuder1268 OK, I got cha! I will get something together about that. And, THANK YOU so much for the suggestion and involvement! I love our community and my core value is that we share experience and info so we all grow together!
@@DoubleSpurRanch good deal. I'll soak up all the knowledge I can get!