This is THE best channel for anyone who wants to learn how to establish & build a healthy, mutually respectful, supportive connection & partnership with a sentient being. Thank you for your years of experience & sharing of knowledge 🙏💛
Thank you for sharing such a kind and respectful way to teach a horse about using a bit/snaffle. You are setting this horse up for success. Sharing your knowledge will directly impact the quality of life of horses and those working with them. I really appreciate that you break things down in as many steps as is necessary for the horse to feel comfortable, including before you even begin the process of introducing them to the snaffle. You are a lovely person and a smart trainer.
Love it. Have a 2,5 year old i will try that with him while training him so he gets used to his and the saddle fior next year when i slowly start riding him. Also I retrained my seven year old with this ear flicking and he just loooooooves it
Appreciate the comment about the OTTB (I remember those videos) not doing better in the snaffle. I have an Arab that's off the track and have had a similar experience. I think I will try your approach though and see where it goes. If not we'll, she also does nice in halters and hackamores. Thank you! 💕
Very clear explanation on when to use one rein - steering, when to use two - backing. Unfortunately kids are always taught to pull on both reins to stop. Takes a lifetime to get rid of that bad way of riding !
Do you have a video on teaching the horse to lower their head and tilting the head to you for haltering and Bridling? I like to show my student videos to provide an example in the classroom and I think yours are some of the best because they are all related to gaining and maintaining a ' Relaxed and Attractive Connection' with the horse.
JSHorsemanship has an amazing video on how to do this ruclips.net/video/N857D0psjW8/видео.html And so does Steadyhorse ruclips.net/video/BSZMmOLIuZo/видео.html They're both good trainers to show students, not only in their calm but friendly demeanors but their videos are well designed for beginners.
Thank you for sharing these very helpful training guides! I have a bridle/ steering related question. I have a 3yo warmblood that was "green broke" before I bought him. I've spent the last 6 months following your videos to get him into a relaxed parasympathetic state with me, gaining his respect on the ground, then slowly re-starting light work under saddle. Usually his steering at the walk is quite good--following through, supple, etc, but sometimes he braces, pulls the opposite direction and spins in the opposite direction. He's in a light snaffle and has been checked by a vet for any mouth pain or problems At what point do I start back at the beginning of working on steering in a snaffle, and at what point does the "ask" become a "tell"?
Unfortunately, many people here in Australia get re-purposed OTTBs, especially teenagers moving up from a first pony to a bigger horse. These horses already have bad mouths, so its much harder to get them to accept and respond to this level of softness. Of course, giving OTTBs a new home is a great thing but there are so many problems involved
What would you recc for a horse that has been ridden in a Tom's thumb. After some debate and research I've been wanting to switch to an O ring or mid port shank snaffle. She's just a trail horse. I had a bad fall off her and had a seizure due to her spooking. I've been working with her, taking weekly hand walks in nature and round penning. I'm just worried that when i do get on that a snaffle won't be enough to control.
Ride in the Double Jointed Pelham, they have four points to connect the reins. So one loose rein on the shank and one actual rein on the other. So the shank is there just incase. This bit also has a break in the middle like a snaffle but it has an eggbut that lessens that breaking effect. It's a really nice bit and perfect for what you're looking for to start to gain confidence and to continue working with her.
@@introvertedequinesamsara6593 thanks for the info. I actually went with a Jr cow horse with dog bone and copper roller between the time i saw this reply. But I'll def look into the pelham too.
I'm not a fan of riding in bits (nothing against them overall, just personal preference of me and my horses) but that's the technique I did when I started horses professionally Giving them enough time to feel comfortable really pays off. It's shocking how many ppl cut corners and rush training even if they cut it only by week in total. Majority of horses here are started by forcefully shoving a bit into green horse's mouth, tightening it till it pulls on the mouth and then riding through the bucks with it (basically flooding the horse)
Will someone please answer my question? Every time I go out to catch my horse whether it be the stalls, arena, and even pasture with other crazy horses, this one in particular refuses to run away or even face his rear-end towards me. I understand this is a sign of respect. Although, him doing this makes me feel guilty in sense regardless of how many times he’s seen me. How exactly do you train a horse to do this?
The first step would be to change your energy, by having no expectations of trying to catch him. Watch my videos series called “reconnecting with your horse during coronavirus “, and start out with the first exercise
I believe I said in this video that this horse is going on to be a dressage horse and will be ridden in a bit by her owner , but if you watched the video there was no forcing
It doesn't matter to you but it matters to many people as it's what they're bred for in athleticism, conformation and ability. A greyhound is going to outrun a bulldog because of their conformation and what they were bred for. Certain horse breeds are more suited to excell in certain displines than others, yes you can definitely train a Quarter horse or even a Foxtrotter to do Dressage but it just takes a little more work to get that umf that some breeds are born with.
I think that’s a really friendly and polite way to introduce a snaffle to a young horse. Thank you for sharing it. 🙂
This is THE best channel for anyone who wants to learn how to establish & build a healthy, mutually respectful, supportive connection & partnership with a sentient being.
Thank you for your years of experience & sharing of knowledge 🙏💛
I would have to agree on that. all my horse people watch you warwick
Thanks you, Im humbled to be a part of your journey
@@idabrinck-lund9744 thank you
Well said! :)
@@bathorimikihorsemanship Hey you!! Funny seeing you on another excellent horse channel! 😁
This is the very best channel for training ever! A gentle and loving way with horses. I just really love it!!🤠🐴💕
Two uploads in one day? You’re spoiling us
Thank you for sharing such a kind and respectful way to teach a horse about using a bit/snaffle. You are setting this horse up for success. Sharing your knowledge will directly impact the quality of life of horses and those working with them. I really appreciate that you break things down in as many steps as is necessary for the horse to feel comfortable, including before you even begin the process of introducing them to the snaffle. You are a lovely person and a smart trainer.
I love your approach to everything. Slow, kind, and understanding.
Love it. Have a 2,5 year old i will try that with him while training him so he gets used to his and the saddle fior next year when i slowly start riding him. Also I retrained my seven year old with this ear flicking and he just loooooooves it
Every new video is a bucket of wisdom. Can't thank you enough for the hard work.
Thanks Warwick, great video series. I’ve followed and practiced your methods for a couple of years, so rewarding !!
Appreciate the comment about the OTTB (I remember those videos) not doing better in the snaffle. I have an Arab that's off the track and have had a similar experience. I think I will try your approach though and see where it goes. If not we'll, she also does nice in halters and hackamores. Thank you! 💕
Stunning …. xxxxxxx
Very clear explanation on when to use one rein - steering, when to use two - backing. Unfortunately kids are always taught to pull on both reins to stop. Takes a lifetime to get rid of that bad way of riding !
👍👍
Can you buy that hackamore anywhere?
What brand is the rope hackamore? really interested in buying one
Do you have a video on teaching the horse to lower their head and tilting the head to you for haltering and Bridling? I like to show my student videos to provide an example in the classroom and I think yours are some of the best because they are all related to gaining and maintaining a ' Relaxed and Attractive Connection' with the horse.
JSHorsemanship has an amazing video on how to do this ruclips.net/video/N857D0psjW8/видео.html
And so does Steadyhorse
ruclips.net/video/BSZMmOLIuZo/видео.html
They're both good trainers to show students, not only in their calm but friendly demeanors but their videos are well designed for beginners.
Thank you for sharing these very helpful training guides! I have a bridle/ steering related question. I have a 3yo warmblood that was "green broke" before I bought him. I've spent the last 6 months following your videos to get him into a relaxed parasympathetic state with me, gaining his respect on the ground, then slowly re-starting light work under saddle. Usually his steering at the walk is quite good--following through, supple, etc, but sometimes he braces, pulls the opposite direction and spins in the opposite direction. He's in a light snaffle and has been checked by a vet for any mouth pain or problems
At what point do I start back at the beginning of working on steering in a snaffle, and at what point does the "ask" become a "tell"?
When he does that, dont pull hatder, just stay there until he turns in the direction you want. "Ignore the bad and reward the good"
@@WarwickSchiller thank you! I will continue staying the course!
May I please have the maker of the hackamore? My filly needs to graduate from her halter. Your videos are so helpful. Thanks
I don’t know who made it, I bought it at a horse expo
Thanks. Any close up pictures someday?
@@lauriekelly9774 sure..can’t put pics on here, pm me
Unfortunately, many people here in Australia get re-purposed OTTBs, especially teenagers moving up from a first pony to a bigger horse. These horses already have bad mouths, so its much harder to get them to accept and respond to this level of softness. Of course, giving OTTBs a new home is a great thing but there are so many problems involved
I was very lucky with my OTTB. She is like butter in the contact. My Arab is still fighting the contact and he's 18 in 4 days 🤣
What would you recc for a horse that has been ridden in a Tom's thumb. After some debate and research I've been wanting to switch to an O ring or mid port shank snaffle. She's just a trail horse. I had a bad fall off her and had a seizure due to her spooking. I've been working with her, taking weekly hand walks in nature and round penning. I'm just worried that when i do get on that a snaffle won't be enough to control.
Ride in the Double Jointed Pelham, they have four points to connect the reins. So one loose rein on the shank and one actual rein on the other. So the shank is there just incase.
This bit also has a break in the middle like a snaffle but it has an eggbut that lessens that breaking effect. It's a really nice bit and perfect for what you're looking for to start to gain confidence and to continue working with her.
@@introvertedequinesamsara6593 thanks for the info. I actually went with a Jr cow horse with dog bone and copper roller between the time i saw this reply. But I'll def look into the pelham too.
I'm not a fan of riding in bits (nothing against them overall, just personal preference of me and my horses) but that's the technique I did when I started horses professionally
Giving them enough time to feel comfortable really pays off.
It's shocking how many ppl cut corners and rush training even if they cut it only by week in total. Majority of horses here are started by forcefully shoving a bit into green horse's mouth, tightening it till it pulls on the mouth and then riding through the bucks with it (basically flooding the horse)
Yep
Will someone please answer my question?
Every time I go out to catch my horse whether it be the stalls, arena, and even pasture with other crazy horses, this one in particular refuses to run away or even face his rear-end towards me. I understand this is a sign of respect. Although, him doing this makes me feel guilty in sense regardless of how many times he’s seen me. How exactly do you train a horse to do this?
The first step would be to change your energy, by having no expectations of trying to catch him. Watch my videos series called “reconnecting with your horse during coronavirus “, and start out with the first exercise
Is the hackamore from Tesky's?
No.
If a horse can ride just fine without a bit, why even bother forcing... sorry, "introducing" them to wear it in the first place?
I believe I said in this video that this horse is going on to be a dressage horse and will be ridden in a bit by her owner , but if you watched the video there was no forcing
Why always the adjective "warmblood" in the titles of your videos? Is that a dangerous species?
Bloodline doesn't matter to me: a horse is a horse.
I don’t “ always “ put Warmblood in the title. Unless of course it’s a Warmblood …
It doesn't matter to you but it matters to many people as it's what they're bred for in athleticism, conformation and ability. A greyhound is going to outrun a bulldog because of their conformation and what they were bred for. Certain horse breeds are more suited to excell in certain displines than others, yes you can definitely train a Quarter horse or even a Foxtrotter to do Dressage but it just takes a little more work to get that umf that some breeds are born with.