Very refreshing to see someone work with a horse who gives them a little bit of a problem, like go over the barrels. Often times these videos are working with well training horses and we don't get the opportunity to see corrections. Thanks!
+Gail Freese Thank you. Horses rarely so exactly what you want every time. And it takes practice to accomplish the maneuver each time. That's the fun of it.
Super Important Lessons To The RIDER! *Horses Learn from The RELEASE, they Don’t Learn from the Pressure!* *AS soon As The Horse GIVES To The Pressure, LET GO!* *Make Sure The Horse Is ‘Giving To You’ ALL THE TIME!*
@@nova-le6mo so, working with horses is "pressure" and "release". if you are teaching a horse how to be led on a line, you put on "pressure" by pulling on the line. when the horse gives to the pressure by moving, you "release" by stopping the "pressure" (aka you stop pulling on the line). so the horse learns that "when the line pulls, i go forward, and thus it stops pulling on me".
to add on, they're saying that when the horse gives to you, you MUST release, or they won't ever give because they won't associate giving with the release. if it's just pressure all the time, there's no reason to ever give. they're also saying that you always want your horse giving and not resisting
This is super fascinating but how does this make a difference in riding? Gaining respect from the horse? Again, amazing how smart these animals are and the language our body speaks. Just curious about how it transfers into riding.
My horse got bored of lunging so I'll have to do these exercises with him to break the routine and also gain his respect. Thank you, this was very helpful!
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This video alone, is something that every horse owner (who isn't a professional trainer) should see. These are great exercises to use when starting yearlings.
I just wanted to add : the other day I started my 2 year old with exactly what ur doing right AFTER I watched ur video. I now even do a quick warm-up with the older ones (doing EXACTLY what your doing) before I ride. Already, a huge difference. Thank you for making it fun again. ❤🤠
Luna spends time out to pasture every year. This is my latest video with her. Working on more. ruclips.net/video/4i0bB-c6tYU/видео.html And this is her playlist of all her videos. Luna - Tennessee Walking Horse mare: ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBgFk1ABhZjANQG2lU9fMxRI
I started horse therapy and I work with a horse named Hank. Today I see him and I am so excited! I started June 17th and we do ground work. I love horses a lot.
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I am working with what will potentially be my first horse right now and this video is very helpful! He is a big boy (16.2hh) and he knows it, so he is making me *earn* his respect. I am very new to horses, so I definitely have a project on my hands!
Very nice video! I was so happy to see, that I'm not the only one with the 'turning-without-asking-to'-problem. But today, I watched really closely, so I stopped her before she actually turned. 😅
Thank you for making this video. You are easy to watch and to understand. And it's nice that the horse isn't already perfect. I learn best from mistakes. Other folks, the horses and my own.
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Beautiful paint horse! Wonderful video and clearest explanation so far. Great teacher/instructor! I will be using all this our new 3 year old paint and also on our new 5 year old palomino as a refresher. So excited for such clear and easy to understand way of doing all of this. Definitely feel way more confident now. Thank you!
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This was an extremely helpful video! I'm having the same issues with my draft cross mare and will be trying your tips with her. Your breakdown of "ground work" was perfect! Everyone says to do more "ground work", but there is never any clarification of exactly what that is and everyone assumes that you know. Again... this was a extremely helpful video! Thank you!!
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+Holly Samsonator I have taught hundreds of horses and people how to move the 5 body parts. It is much easier when at least one has done it before. It gives you a place to start. This is the foundation for all other training. What problems are you having specifically? Perhaps I can help. Or make a video addressing the issue.
I want to learn how to train horses, i can learn from watching your vids. very good at explaining what and not to do and showing how to use correction when needed.
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I curious how many times has your horse done these routines? Ive watched hundreds of these things, and I want to commend you on your narrative, and teaching. They go perfect togather! Even some of the best of the best, really leave out so much, and don't take the time for explenation, which is most needed on this level because we're obviously not all seasoned in this area. Your class has done incredable things for me and my 4yr old mare. I hadn't been around horses for 30yrs. Alot has changed to say the least. She has never had anyone, or anything done since except put a halter on. I have nobody to guide me so I put a helluva lot of faith in your teachings. Its amazing! In one week she managed to get these steps down like a cheamp, and I'll be getting on her tomorrow! Once I let go of the insecurities, this just worked no matter that I didn't have a clue except for watching a helluva lot of RUclips. I hope you stay to this because you are so needed, especially the way you explain the danger areas, and WHY. Now, I just have to find all your other work. She's 4,Im 60. Doesn't seem the odds were in our fav till mow. Thankyou. Wish me luck on my first climb on! Lol Ginger
+Ms. Ginger I commend you! It's a lot of work. And takes a lot of time. I Have a few horses in training so they are all different. I am putting together play lists of the different horses. Apache started in Dec of 16 and Lil Bit is only on her first 6 saddles. So check out those play lists. The best I can tell you is, Always desensitize first, check your girth and keep thier head bent to you when mounting. If the horse bolts, one rein stop if you can and grab mane. And think positive!
Thank you for the video and a great work! It was pretty difficult to understand what should I do with a horse on a lounge since there were as many opinions as experienced people in our barn 😅 and the sources in my native language were even more confusing. Now the groundwork and lounging in general is much clearer to me.
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I really appreciate this video! I’m going to be adopting two trail/hunting/dude horses, and they’re very used to rough and tumble cowboys that just hop on and move them where they need to go, or following the horse in front of them. I have a very gentle hand, so I’m going to definitely use these techniques to get them to listen to me and start to bond.
Check out my other groundwork videos. Lots of good ideas. ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBjiKj6brS9ntvd_804V-qPU Here's some liberty videos to help with your bonding. ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBiKoH3fwzidbbucoe4amdxk Also consider subscribing. New content every week. Lots of tune up training to come as well as liberty:)
Thank you so much there is so much to learn and I know I learn more things every day by every person that I work with and every horse that I work with. Please subscribe to the channel I would really love to hear continued input
This is a super useful video. Thank you for explaining how and -more importantly- WHY you do things a certain way. I only wish I had found this video earlier. I rode a rather energetic 7yo mare, and you were required to lunge her before riding. This would have helped a lot with her. She sadly got sold after she started throwing everyone off (including me, I actually broke my collarbone) during lessons.
+yamixyoukai Thank you for your comment. I advocate lots of groundwork and it works. It's hard sometimes to get people to do it, but I believe it drastically reduces injury to both horses and people.
She really was a sweetheart. I rode her for maybe a year and a half, and she had her moments :') I would "lunge" her beforehand (more like I had her on a lunge line and have her galop both ways until she got tired) I think she would have really benefitted from these exercises. She is owned by a jumping rider now
thank you so much for responding and I have definitely subscribed. I was wondering what you would do if you had a horse that knew all of her ground rules, but as soon as you get on her she BOLTS... right now, all that can be done is Right rein and keep her circling. I do want her to go on trail rides but I can't with her acting like this. None of the other horses do this, so do you think it's a sign of her being disrespectful? I'd appreciate any ideas. And again, I am so happy that I came across your videos. I have watched many and you are by far the best ...❤🤠
+Donna Bowman Thank you so much. Okay, there are several reasons why your horse can act this way: 1. You have energetic horse who needs more lunging to get that energy out. In that case lunge until the horse relaxes and try again. So they learn they have to be calm under saddle. 2. Overly sensitive horse that needs to be desensitized untill they calm down. 3. Buddy sour or barn sour. Horse that wants to be with friends. That's harder to fix amd requires having a buddy, to take away. Or you can walk them on the trail until they get used to it. Which one do you think is the case? Or something else?
lonestarwoman80 I truly believe it's number one. She is highly energetic, so I will start your suggestion today and get to work with more lunging. Another horse I have is definitely a number 3.. as far as the one with the number 3 problem, I have been taking her out alone just for a little bit at a time to let her know that she doesn't need anyone else but me and with me alone she can be happy and safe. I hope that's the right thing to do. Thank you so much again for taking the time out to reply... you have no idea how much I needed this and really do appreciate it.
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Thank you so much. This video is actually 5 years old. Please check out my channel. I post new videos each week. Here's more groundwork: ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBjiKj6brS9ntvd_804V-qPU
She was a creat choice for this video. Love a little spunk but not so much under saddle lol I learned a lot of useful tips watching this video that I may not have if she hadn't been so "Fresh" Thanks to both of you
Thank you so much for your comment. I am doing vlog style uploads of different horses using the same techniques and even more. Check put my other groundwork videos and please Subscribe for new videos every week. Groundwork: ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBjiKj6brS9ntvd_804V-qPU
Check out my videos on respect training as well. ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBiS44qsw4EKbqcwphyrO1lU It all goes together. Make sure your saddle fits as well. That can cause bucking.
It's pretty common, and it can become a habit. Here's a video with a horse that does this occasionally. Good news, it can be fixed if you are consistent. ruclips.net/video/IdvfuqaKEBQ/видео.html
Asking with a treat is called a treat stretch. It is a good way to start. But you don't want your horse to only work for treats. It can backfire very easily. You should be able to flex the head with a halter, and whichever bridle you choose. Control of the head is key. Here's basics in the halter. ruclips.net/video/xo1cbS_8WO0/видео.html Here's total at Liberty. No treats, doing the same.ruclips.net/video/s7klgo1NG3I/видео.html When your horse is soft and gives, you have control and respect from your horse.
Your instruction is clear and concise. I would say one thing (forgive) ...Please be quicker on the release. During the shoulder exercise I could see where the horse became a bit confused because it had done the cross over a couple times and was missed and not rewarded. You are amazing. I watch Carson James also and that is the one stickler he really rails on! So naturally I am hyper aware :) TY for your hard work and GREAT exhibition!!!!
Thank you so much for your support. That video was taken 5 years ago, I've done s lot more work since then and I feel I've improved. Please check out the rest of my channel, there are over 250 more videos.
My horse is easy to ride but when I do get some good riding with her she bolts to the pasture full of other horses any tips to stop that? Also head throwing and how to find the right bit how does that work also yes I’m new to riding
Thank you for your question. Number 1 - bolting to pasture friends is a very bad habit. One rein stop to a flex. And keep the horse in a circle.ruclips.net/video/7ZPKuDyWH1M/видео.html Dismount and lunge small circles by the other horses then walk away from the other horses to let yours rest.. The concept is... Other horses = work. Calm away from other horses release pressure. ruclips.net/video/ImKpPy9wWmY/видео.html
Now as far as head shaking and bit recommendations..... Go bitless. A sidepull or shanked hackamore will work better. Check these vids out. ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBhwsbdQn-GnLh8s8zoUO0Cg Your new, your hands need practice to be steady and not put too much pressure. Your horse is telling you your pulling to hard and it hurts. ruclips.net/video/Znl2CQc3Mec/видео.html
+Gracie Todhunter I lunge before every ride. The more you do it, lunging time becomes shorter. One horses I work 3+ days a week, its only about 5 minutes. This makes riding sessions safer and more effective.
Doing all the exercises in this video is a great place to start. If you want to see an older horse trained. Check out JoJos videos. ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBiAGIzMK_lN9iFesAh-G_fO Start from the bottom. Younger horse 2 year old, Colorado. ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBixiPkcu0E3GcXD6q2bP-8Y Feel free to ask questions. Start on the ground. Make sure the horse knows how to be respectful and knows the cues on the ground. Have a professional trainer come help you.
Yes. Here's a horse that is just being introduced to it for reference. ruclips.net/video/jou_pFgET2Y/видео.html Also see my other groundwork videos for more. ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBjiKj6brS9ntvd_804V-qPU
+Marissa Kardos Congrats. The round pen is just like lunging and you can add a line at any time to get them used to it. The biggest thing is don't let them turn thier rear to you. It they do it add pressure and have them run until they show signs of submission. To draw them to you step in frount of the nose, take a bow and step back, till they face you. It takes patients, but its worth it.
lonestarwoman80 Thanks! We're definitely doing a lot of foundational work, but I've seen a huge improvement in less than a month and have a hood bond with him :)
Thank you @sarathegemini I'm so glad you found me. Check out my playlists. Here's one on training for respect and control. ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBiS44qsw4EKbqcwphyrO1lU
@@lonestarwoman well thank You! I'll have a look first thing after work tomorrow. 😃 Just got my very first horse so these videos of yours are gonna help a heap. 😃👍
Great work. I just have one comment. I see that your whip is always raised. I find that if i only raise the whip when I want a change and keep it low and quiet when the horse is moving at the gait I ask for it works well. I think she sees the whip raised all the time and may be reacting to that as well...
Thank you for your comment. Yes you can do it either way. You can play the game of don't make me move my stick or keep it up. Depends on the horse. That vid was 5 years ago. And I use several different techniques now. Including not using a whip at all. Please check out my full channel. There are over 300 videos. Here's a recent vid. ruclips.net/video/OReUNc-_Gz0/видео.html
Lunging is not always the answer. Each horse is unique and can require different solutions. Lunging is definitely something I do especially when I'm getting to know a horse.
My horse won't pull her head back to me on her side without completely turning! In some videos, I notice the horse does that too. If they move the whole body around on the bend, is that okay🤔
Thank you for your question. No it is not okay for them to keep turning, that means they don't understand how to give to pressure. This means you have to keep holding till they stop and this may take time. You can not let go till they stop and give, otherwise its an issue. Here's a video on how to accomplish that. ruclips.net/video/LGt2lt1lMBk/видео.html And here's another learning all of it. ruclips.net/video/aSoX30F5DBM/видео.html Please subscribe for new weekly content.
This is a great video - very helpful tips and I love your explanations...very easy to follow. I'm new to handling horses. The horse my step-daughter rode ended up lame and can't be ridden. He's on stall rest except for 20 minute walks and light exercise. I'm trying to do things that stimulate his mind and are "fun" for him. I've noticed in much of the training videos I've watched, the trainer will correct the horse for something like "being heavy", "lack of energy in the movement", "not paying enough attention or lack of focus on the trainer", etc - I have to admit...I can't tell if our horse is violating any of the expectations or not...he does what I ask (most of the time)...but I don't have a keen enough eye to recognize the subtleties more experienced people identify. Do you have any suggestions for me? What do I look for in these exercises? How do I improve identifying if he's doing the right thing or in the right way? Thanks so much!
+ebarnett32 I'm so glad your doing groundwork as rehab. To really know how well your horsr is performing moving the 5 body parts is your use of the escalation of pressure and then quick release. Use this scale: Ask: Use a verbal command and small command. Look at the feet you want to move. Suggest: add hand gesture to add pressure Demand: Increase pressure, by increasing contact or adding a whip. When your horse does an action by just being asked and not demanding, you know your doing good. Upload a video and send me the link. I'll be happy to watch and give you feedback. Ally
Thank you so much for responding - what you are saying make so much sense. I need to work on escalating the "ask" and then the immediate release when I get what I want. I think I have to be more intentional on what it is I want - because of my lack of experience, I think I'm not as clear as I should be with him. The last few sessions have been better, but the fact is - he knows more than me...so I'm playing catch-up :) - I appreciate the video offer...I would love that! Thanks again for the response and your great videos!
+ebarnett32 Knowing when to release amd whem to keep asking just takes time. You will get better every time. Look for the horse to try and be as consistent as possible. Start with baby steps. One good cross over step, release and praise. Next day you may get two or three. You can make note of each day, how many steps you get, how good was the flex, how much pressure you had to use. That helps to Gage progress as well. Keep up the good groundwork🤠
I have a horse that my sister bought and got bucked off of. She won’t ride him anymore, so I want to start working with him. He is definitely not an agility horse. Should I still do the jump with him? He was previously trained, but not well. He is very high headed and stubborn. Overall I just want to have a trustful bond. I want to be comfortable around him, and I know it all starts with leadership. My other sister (who is very experienced) said to take it slow and do a little at a time until I’m comfortable.
Sounds like you have it planned out pretty good. Enjoy your horse and you will find what he really likes doing. Groundwork will help with that bond and be as consistent as possible. Please check out my groundwork and desensitization videos. Groundwork: ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBjiKj6brS9ntvd_804V-qPU and subscribe for weekly uploads. The more time you spend with him the better your connection.
LoneStarWoman80 I have been doing some ground work and he has been doing good. I have not gotten on him yet though because his past owners didn’t teach him how to lunge. When I try to do it he starts to rear up and freak out. (I’m not using my whip, I feel that will make it worse) do you have any ideas? He is an Arabian so he is a bit high strung. Also do you by any chance do lessons, if so what state do you live in?
Thank you for your question. The horse must learn how to yield to pressure first. Use the escalation of pressure to determine how much pressure you need. Ask, suggest and then demand if needed ( that's when you pop the whip.) Here's a playlist of a young horse and new owner learning all these steps. ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBhbS98krTKbTQxUjW7EHlas
Thank you for your comment. I worked in post production for RFDTV for several years back in the day when it was new. I worked on Clinton's show, Parelli, Craig Cameron, and Ken Mcnabs early TV work. I also went to their clinics as part of it. And I learned a great deal from it. I put together all the parts I like and have other techniques when needed. All the big name trainers have the same basic philosophy and techniques. They all wanna sell you something, and it is up to you to buy it or not.
@@lonestarwoman oh that’s super cool! Love RF TV!! I’m a big fan of Tom Dorrance and Buck Brennaman…. Like you, I find parts of what I like to combine for my own approach. I think that’s what you have done here! Great work
I really like the Training Method you use although I personally can I use head method because my horse busted open his head on a board so any time I touch the top of his head he automatically pulls it up although he is really good with me bridling
So... when I buy a horse one day, I should start with the groundwork? Even when the horse is already trained and has experience with the saddle? And very nice video
+Patrícia Belianská you should do groundwork everyday with your horse. The better trained the horse, the quicker the groundwork. Working on the ground keeps you safe in the saddle. Just because s horse has done something once doesn't mean the next day or week they will remember. When you have s horse, you are always training. Especially if they are not worked 3-5 days a week. Even a well trained horse needs a warm up and flexing and stretching, before riding, like any athlete, think of groundwork that way. Good luck.
Great question. High energy horses benefit from starting with round pen free Lunging or lunging first. Here's more lunging videos. ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBi5sy0-4oDMureKVzywlKL3 Add poles or obstacles on the line first. 10 - 15 minutes usually. Then move the body parts when your horse is relaxed and ready to focus. ruclips.net/video/FCG3UL-vvsw/видео.html
Very helpful .. just wish the sound was louder .. you are an amazing teacher, thank you so much... my first time owning a horse .. God have mercy she is green but feel am greener than her.. what do you advise me to do?..
+Ana Freitas practice every day. Im getting a wireless mic. That should help with the sound. Move those five body parts and desensitize between each every time you work with your horse. It just takes a few minutes. If it doesn't work, try a different tactic or add pressure. You have to give a release and praise as soon as get one step or one nod.
As my horseman trainer Robin says over and over - “you don’t ask for three steps once. You ask for one step three times”. Implication is you need to give three releases in this instance.
My horse has a tendon injury and can’t do any under saddle work for a couple months. He doesn’t do well when he’s out of work, and needs to stay stimulated. Do you have any suggestions for particular exercises that will help him stay engaged and interested? He’s 11, smart, but stubborn.
I would suggest desensitization training. It stimulates the mind without a lot of stressful movements. Check out my playlist. ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBhWHnXt-RG8CAGY3Wdux3j7 Also more groundwork exercises at: ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBjiKj6brS9ntvd_804V-qPU
Can u pls show me how to stop my horse on the lunge line cause mine won’t stop and I have to yank her rope hard a few times to stop her can u show me an easier way and she try’s run me over when I make her switch ways on the lunge line maybe u have a horse that does this and y can show me???
This is a common enough occurrence. Now there can be a few reasons why your horse is not stopping well on the lunge line. Number one they don't know how to stop properly. Number two you could be giving mixed signals when asking for the stuff if you don't have a clear whoa and you don't step in front of the Driveline with a horse's nose this can also be a problem in making them stop. That being said a really good exercise to make and reinforce the stop is using your fence and doing 180s on the fence with a strong cue. Here ya go. ruclips.net/video/_fPAk5e7lQY/видео.html Hope this helps. Please consider subscribing, will have new content every week.
Those are sports medicine boots. They stabilize the lower legs to prevent injury. They are good to use as extra protection for your horse's legs. Especially if its been a while since work out. Here's a vid for reference. ruclips.net/video/xJAc0SQgO_A/видео.html
Nicely done. Just a note, pivoting on the front leg is good for western riding but but not for dressage so you need to either train them both ways or stick to one.
Thank you for your comment. Yes I agree you can refine your training to suite your chosen path. There are many ways to move the horse's body. Please check out my other groundwork videos. Groundwork as foundation, respect and control. ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBjiKj6brS9ntvd_804V-qPU
Very refreshing to see someone work with a horse who gives them a little bit of a problem, like go over the barrels. Often times these videos are working with well training horses and we don't get the opportunity to see corrections. Thanks!
+Gail Freese Thank you. Horses rarely so exactly what you want every time. And it takes practice to accomplish the maneuver each time. That's the fun of it.
Super Important Lessons To The RIDER!
*Horses Learn from The RELEASE, they Don’t Learn from the Pressure!*
*AS soon As The Horse GIVES To The Pressure, LET GO!*
*Make Sure The Horse Is ‘Giving To You’ ALL THE TIME!*
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can you go into deeper detail? i didnt really get it
@@nova-le6mo so, working with horses is "pressure" and "release". if you are teaching a horse how to be led on a line, you put on "pressure" by pulling on the line. when the horse gives to the pressure by moving, you "release" by stopping the "pressure" (aka you stop pulling on the line). so the horse learns that "when the line pulls, i go forward, and thus it stops pulling on me".
to add on, they're saying that when the horse gives to you, you MUST release, or they won't ever give because they won't associate giving with the release. if it's just pressure all the time, there's no reason to ever give. they're also saying that you always want your horse giving and not resisting
This is super fascinating but how does this make a difference in riding? Gaining respect from the horse? Again, amazing how smart these animals are and the language our body speaks. Just curious about how it transfers into riding.
My horse got bored of lunging so I'll have to do these exercises with him to break the routine and also gain his respect. Thank you, this was very helpful!
Check out my other groundwork videos for even more ideas.
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@@lonestarwoman hi 😄😄 Hallo 😄😄 I'm excited for your time utub your what's app plz I need your friendship need your help need your love and work plz 😄😄 I'm serious saying you don't say no plz 😄😄
This video alone, is something that every horse owner (who isn't a professional trainer) should see. These are great exercises to use when starting yearlings.
Thank you. Groundwork is the foundation of everything.
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Finally someone who knows what they’re talking about
I just wanted to add :
the other day I started my 2 year old with exactly what ur doing right AFTER I watched ur video. I now even do a quick warm-up with the older ones (doing EXACTLY what your doing) before I ride. Already, a huge difference. Thank you for making it fun again. ❤🤠
+Donna Bowman Wow that's great!!!!
Keep up the good work.😁
This was one on the most useful ground work videos I've watched. Thank you! Keep them up!!!
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She seems very calm - you have done a great job with her !!
Glad to hear that she never hurt you , post updated video of her .
Luna spends time out to pasture every year. This is my latest video with her. Working on more.
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I want that horse. She has such a beautiful composition.
I started horse therapy and I work with a horse named Hank. Today I see him and I am so excited! I started June 17th and we do ground work. I love horses a lot.
Excellent details in a compressed video. This hits all the highlights. My daughters are learning without instruction so this really helps.
Lovely to see a video which covers a problem and the remediation conducted to resolve it. Thanks!
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@@lonestarwoman fantastic! I'll definitely have a look! Much appreciated again! (Mike and "Ameer!")
This is the first video of yours that I have watched and am already really liking what you are doing and how you are explaining it
+EmmaLee Manion Thank you so much. I'm really trying to be better at explaining things.
EmmaLee Manion me too!:)
+CRYSLINK311 Thank you so much. I'm trying to explain as much as I can. So it makes sense.
Great work thanks. Nice seeing you working with a horse than has some attitude and showing your corrections Helpful to me. Thanks.
This is the best video I have watched for this new horse momma. Thank you!!
Thank you so much.
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I am working with what will potentially be my first horse right now and this video is very helpful! He is a big boy (16.2hh) and he knows it, so he is making me *earn* his respect. I am very new to horses, so I definitely have a project on my hands!
14:18 Finally, equestrian equations! If only high school thought in horse terms, I would've gotten the hang of it SO much faster!
I most certainly will look up the other videos as well!! You are a very understandable instructor! TY again!
Very nice video! I was so happy to see, that I'm not the only one with the 'turning-without-asking-to'-problem. But today, I watched really closely, so I stopped her before she actually turned. 😅
+Marie Krüger It happens to everyone at least once. Kerp up the good work!
Thank you for making this video. You are easy to watch and to understand. And it's nice that the horse isn't already perfect. I learn best from mistakes. Other folks, the horses and my own.
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This has so much useful information. I can't wait to get to the barn and work with my horse.
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Beautiful paint horse! Wonderful video and clearest explanation so far. Great teacher/instructor! I will be using all this our new 3 year old paint and also on our new 5 year old palomino as a refresher. So excited for such clear and easy to understand way of doing all of this. Definitely feel way more confident now. Thank you!
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excellent instructor, thank you for the valuable easy to understand info
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This was an extremely helpful video! I'm having the same issues with my draft cross mare and will be trying your tips with her.
Your breakdown of "ground work" was perfect! Everyone says to do more "ground work", but there is never any clarification of exactly what that is and everyone assumes that you know. Again... this was a extremely helpful video!
Thank you!!
Thank you so much.
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Working with my mates head has helped her so much with bridleing and respect! Great video!
+Chloe Miles Thank you. Control of the head pays off!!
Im thinking that this horse has done this before. You have done a great job. For people that have problems , not so helpful....
+Holly Samsonator I have taught hundreds of horses and people how to move the 5 body parts. It is much easier when at least one has done it before. It gives you a place to start. This is the foundation for all other training. What problems are you having specifically? Perhaps I can help. Or make a video addressing the issue.
*Excellent Instruction!*
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This is great stuff! Thanks for your time! The videos are great quality
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Wonderfully attentive and intelligent animals.
Fantastic video!!
I want to learn how to train horses, i can learn from watching your vids. very good at explaining what and not to do and showing how to use correction when needed.
I just got a new horse and she is very energetic this video helped a lot 😁
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Check out my other groundwork videos for more ideas. I have found that if a horse is energetic, groundwork before getting in the saddle will keep you safe and get the horse focused on you.
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Beautiful horse god bless 💜😍
Very good explanation. Did try few of these.
Haha very cute horse!! She does have quite the personality! Thanks for this video. I am a new rider and this was very helpful
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Very Interesting and informative video! Thanks for sharing.
I'm saving up for a horse! And I'm trying to learn all the basics of training it and stuff.. so thank you so much! 😀
+Soul the DragonX Please subscribe there will be a lot more. From myself, the horses and my students
Great vid! You are a great teacher, this will come in handy for my green horse. You gained a subscriber!
LoneStarWoman80 I agree, it is a big step. But did you mean to reply to me cause I never said it wasn't, or were you just saying? 😊
My bad. So sorry I ment to reply to another person.
Thank you so much for understanding.
LoneStarWoman80 Yeah, Of course
I curious how many times has your horse done these routines? Ive watched hundreds of these things, and I want to commend you on your narrative, and teaching. They go perfect togather! Even some of the best of the best, really leave out so much, and don't take the time for explenation, which is most needed on this level because we're obviously not all seasoned in this area.
Your class has done incredable things for me and my 4yr old mare. I hadn't been around horses for 30yrs. Alot has changed to say the least. She has never had anyone, or anything done since except put a halter on. I have nobody to guide me so I put a helluva lot of faith in your teachings. Its amazing! In one week she managed to get these steps down like a cheamp, and I'll be getting on her tomorrow! Once I let go of the insecurities, this just worked no matter that I didn't have a clue except for watching a helluva lot of RUclips. I hope you stay to this because you are so needed, especially the way you explain the danger areas, and WHY. Now, I just have to find all your other work. She's 4,Im 60. Doesn't seem the odds were in our fav till mow. Thankyou. Wish me luck on my first climb on! Lol
Ginger
+Ms. Ginger I commend you! It's a lot of work. And takes a lot of time. I Have a few horses in training so they are all different. I am putting together play lists of the different horses. Apache started in Dec of 16 and Lil Bit is only on her first 6 saddles. So check out those play lists.
The best I can tell you is, Always desensitize first, check your girth and keep thier head bent to you when mounting. If the horse bolts, one rein stop if you can and grab mane.
And think positive!
love this video this has helped me so much thank you!!!
+Shantel Aragon So glad to help. pleaae Subscribe for more videos
+Shantel Aragon
Well Thank You very much. Let me know what you need help with and I will try to make a lesson video.
Thank you for the video and a great work! It was pretty difficult to understand what should I do with a horse on a lounge since there were as many opinions as experienced people in our barn 😅 and the sources in my native language were even more confusing. Now the groundwork and lounging in general is much clearer to me.
Thank you for your support.
I have been trying to set up translate function on RUclips please let me know if it works.
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I really appreciate this video! I’m going to be adopting two trail/hunting/dude horses, and they’re very used to rough and tumble cowboys that just hop on and move them where they need to go, or following the horse in front of them. I have a very gentle hand, so I’m going to definitely use these techniques to get them to listen to me and start to bond.
Check out my other groundwork videos. Lots of good ideas.
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Love this !!! Another great explanation and another exercise to try with my gelding
That is a very Pretty horse!!
Thank you.
She is actually currently up for sale and looking for a new partner.
Thank you! I've learned so much from your excellent videos!
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Thank you very much well teached I'm from India ,tamilnadu im learning many things from you
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This is a super useful video. Thank you for explaining how and -more importantly- WHY you do things a certain way. I only wish I had found this video earlier. I rode a rather energetic 7yo mare, and you were required to lunge her before riding. This would have helped a lot with her. She sadly got sold after she started throwing everyone off (including me, I actually broke my collarbone) during lessons.
+yamixyoukai Thank you for your comment. I advocate lots of groundwork and it works. It's hard sometimes to get people to do it, but I believe it drastically reduces injury to both horses and people.
She really was a sweetheart. I rode her for maybe a year and a half, and she had her moments :') I would "lunge" her beforehand (more like I had her on a lunge line and have her galop both ways until she got tired) I think she would have really benefitted from these exercises. She is owned by a jumping rider now
+yamixyoukai I've had a few like that. Gotta get all that energy out on the ground and then the ride is much better.
Thank you for sharing:)
love your video....please make more..!! you give direction so well.
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thank you so much for responding and I have definitely subscribed. I was wondering what you would do if you had a horse that knew all of her ground rules, but as soon as you get on her she BOLTS... right now, all that can be done is Right rein and keep her circling. I do want her to go on trail rides but I can't with her acting like this. None of the other horses do this, so do you think it's a sign of her being disrespectful? I'd appreciate any ideas. And again, I am so happy that I came across your videos. I have watched many and you are by far the best ...❤🤠
+Donna Bowman Thank you so much.
Okay, there are several reasons why your horse can act this way:
1. You have energetic horse who needs more lunging to get that energy out. In that case lunge until the horse relaxes and try again. So they learn they have to be calm under saddle.
2. Overly sensitive horse that needs to be desensitized untill they calm down.
3. Buddy sour or barn sour. Horse that wants to be with friends. That's harder to fix amd requires having a buddy, to take away.
Or you can walk them on the trail until they get used to it.
Which one do you think is the case?
Or something else?
lonestarwoman80 I truly believe it's number one. She is highly energetic, so I will start your suggestion today and get to work with more lunging.
Another horse I have is definitely a number 3.. as far as the one with the number 3 problem, I have been taking her out alone just for a little bit at a time to let her know that she doesn't need anyone else but me and with me alone she can be happy and safe. I hope that's the right thing to do.
Thank you so much again for taking the time out to reply... you have no idea how much I needed this and really do appreciate it.
Best videos ever 😊🐎 you are awesome with horses this will help me so much thank you
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Love this! True horsemanship
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Nice execution on the lessons , and got to get a sneak peek at your tiny dog too 😂❤️
Thank you so much. This video is actually 5 years old. Please check out my channel. I post new videos each week.
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Really appreciate explaining so clearly, thank you
🙏🏻👋👌👍 very nicely explained super good
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She was a creat choice for this video. Love a little spunk but not so much under saddle lol I learned a lot of useful tips watching this video that I may not have if she hadn't been so "Fresh" Thanks to both of you
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your horse is beautiful! i ride a 13.1 /12 hands bay roan stallion. he is a thoroughbred welsh pony connermara. he has so much personality 😂
Cute horse and little dog
So cool! I learned a lot!
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She did a great job! Good girl!
That's one patient horse.
That horse loves her.
Ever since buying my horse, he has been bolting and bucking under me. I’ll be trying these methods out asap!
Check out my videos on respect training as well.
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It all goes together.
Make sure your saddle fits as well. That can cause bucking.
Great video!
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When I try to teach my horse to lunge, he sometimes comes into my personal space and will not move off of me. How can I correct this?
It's pretty common, and it can become a habit.
Here's a video with a horse that does this occasionally. Good news, it can be fixed if you are consistent.
ruclips.net/video/IdvfuqaKEBQ/видео.html
so when moving there head back to touch , ive always done it with a treat and no lead , is this a better method that your doing ?
Asking with a treat is called a treat stretch. It is a good way to start. But you don't want your horse to only work for treats. It can backfire very easily.
You should be able to flex the head with a halter, and whichever bridle you choose.
Control of the head is key.
Here's basics in the halter.
ruclips.net/video/xo1cbS_8WO0/видео.html
Here's total at Liberty. No treats, doing the same.ruclips.net/video/s7klgo1NG3I/видео.html
When your horse is soft and gives, you have control and respect from your horse.
How long is the lunge whip
I use a dressage whip. About 3 feet
@Hello Deborah Sanabria, How are you doing?
Your instruction is clear and concise. I would say one thing (forgive) ...Please be quicker on the release. During the shoulder exercise I could see where the horse became a bit confused because it had done the cross over a couple times and was missed and not rewarded. You are amazing. I watch Carson James also and that is the one stickler he really rails on! So naturally I am hyper aware :) TY for your hard work and GREAT exhibition!!!!
Thank you so much for your support. That video was taken 5 years ago, I've done s lot more work since then and I feel I've improved.
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Lol the plastic bag part was so beautiful... good tip!
Thank you, very nice video. do you have more than this lesson?
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My horse is easy to ride but when I do get some good riding with her she bolts to the pasture full of other horses any tips to stop that? Also head throwing and how to find the right bit how does that work also yes I’m new to riding
Thank you for your question.
Number 1 - bolting to pasture friends is a very bad habit. One rein stop to a flex. And keep the horse in a circle.ruclips.net/video/7ZPKuDyWH1M/видео.html
Dismount and lunge small circles by the other horses then walk away from the other horses to let yours rest.. The concept is... Other horses = work. Calm away from other horses release
pressure. ruclips.net/video/ImKpPy9wWmY/видео.html
Now as far as head shaking and bit recommendations..... Go bitless.
A sidepull or shanked hackamore will work better. Check these vids out.
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Your new, your hands need practice to be steady and not put too much pressure. Your horse is telling you your pulling to hard and it hurts.
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Hey that's a good looking horse Lonestar
How often and how long to you do the Lunging exercise for?
+Gracie Todhunter I lunge before every ride. The more you do it, lunging time becomes shorter. One horses I work 3+ days a week, its only about 5 minutes. This makes riding sessions safer and more effective.
lonestarwoman80 ok thanks
My horse hasn’t have any training. I like to know where to start?
Doing all the exercises in this video is a great place to start.
If you want to see an older horse trained. Check out JoJos videos.
ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBiAGIzMK_lN9iFesAh-G_fO Start from the bottom.
Younger horse 2 year old, Colorado.
ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBixiPkcu0E3GcXD6q2bP-8Y
Feel free to ask questions.
Start on the ground. Make sure the horse knows how to be respectful and knows the cues on the ground. Have a professional trainer come help you.
@Hello Reza Towhidy, How are you doing?
Very nice video and helpfull... thank you.
+Yogiswara Dewa Gde Thank you so much. I will do more like it.
+Yogiswara Dewa Gde you are very Welcome. I love your name.
Is the crossover something that horses can regularly do? I'm working horses that haven't done any work in a long time is that a good starting point?
Yes.
Here's a horse that is just being introduced to it for reference.
ruclips.net/video/jou_pFgET2Y/видео.html
Also see my other groundwork videos for more.
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@Hello Abigail Patterson, How are you doing?
Thank you! This video is an exellent help to me, I've just started leasing a greenie. Do you have any tips for round penning?
+Marissa Kardos Congrats. The round pen is just like lunging and you can add a line at any time to get them used to it. The biggest thing is don't let them turn thier rear to you. It they do it add pressure and have them run until they show signs of submission. To draw them to you step in frount of the nose, take a bow and step back, till they face you. It takes patients, but its worth it.
lonestarwoman80 Thanks! We're definitely doing a lot of foundational work, but I've seen a huge improvement in less than a month and have a hood bond with him :)
+Marissa Kardos Keep up the good work.
Lots of groundwork makes good horses!
This is the first video I've seen from you, and wow: where's that subscribe button?! 😃👌👏
Thank you @sarathegemini
I'm so glad you found me. Check out my playlists. Here's one on training for respect and control.
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@@lonestarwoman well thank You! I'll have a look first thing after work tomorrow. 😃
Just got my very first horse so these videos of yours are gonna help a heap. 😃👍
Great work. I just have one comment. I see that your whip is always raised. I find that if i only raise the whip when I want a change and keep it low and quiet when the horse is moving at the gait I ask for it works well. I think she sees the whip raised all the time and may be reacting to that as well...
Thank you for your comment. Yes you can do it either way. You can play the game of don't make me move my stick or keep it up. Depends on the horse. That vid was 5 years ago. And I use several different techniques now. Including not using a whip at all. Please check out my full channel. There are over 300 videos.
Here's a recent vid.
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Lunging is not always the answer. Each horse is unique and can require different solutions. Lunging is definitely something I do especially when I'm getting to know a horse.
My horse won't pull her head back to me on her side without completely turning! In some videos, I notice the horse does that too. If they move the whole body around on the bend, is that okay🤔
Thank you for your question.
No it is not okay for them to keep turning, that means they don't understand how to give to pressure. This means you have to keep holding till they stop and this may take time. You can not let go till they stop and give, otherwise its an issue.
Here's a video on how to accomplish that.
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And here's another learning all of it.
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This is a great video - very helpful tips and I love your explanations...very easy to follow. I'm new to handling horses. The horse my step-daughter rode ended up lame and can't be ridden. He's on stall rest except for 20 minute walks and light exercise. I'm trying to do things that stimulate his mind and are "fun" for him. I've noticed in much of the training videos I've watched, the trainer will correct the horse for something like "being heavy", "lack of energy in the movement", "not paying enough attention or lack of focus on the trainer", etc - I have to admit...I can't tell if our horse is violating any of the expectations or not...he does what I ask (most of the time)...but I don't have a keen enough eye to recognize the subtleties more experienced people identify. Do you have any suggestions for me? What do I look for in these exercises? How do I improve identifying if he's doing the right thing or in the right way? Thanks so much!
+ebarnett32 I'm so glad your doing groundwork as rehab. To really know how well your horsr is performing moving the 5 body parts is your use of the escalation of pressure and then quick release.
Use this scale:
Ask: Use a verbal command and small command. Look at the feet you want to move.
Suggest: add hand gesture to add pressure
Demand: Increase pressure, by increasing contact or adding a whip.
When your horse does an action by just being asked and not demanding, you know your doing good.
Upload a video and send me the link. I'll be happy to watch and give you feedback.
Ally
Thank you so much for responding - what you are saying make so much sense. I need to work on escalating the "ask" and then the immediate release when I get what I want. I think I have to be more intentional on what it is I want - because of my lack of experience, I think I'm not as clear as I should be with him. The last few sessions have been better, but the fact is - he knows more than me...so I'm playing catch-up :) - I appreciate the video offer...I would love that! Thanks again for the response and your great videos!
+ebarnett32 Knowing when to release amd whem to keep asking just takes time. You will get better every time. Look for the horse to try and be as consistent as possible.
Start with baby steps. One good cross over step, release and praise. Next day you may get two or three. You can make note of each day, how many steps you get, how good was the flex, how much pressure you had to use. That helps to Gage progress as well.
Keep up the good groundwork🤠
I have a horse that my sister bought and got bucked off of. She won’t ride him anymore, so I want to start working with him. He is definitely not an agility horse. Should I still do the jump with him? He was previously trained, but not well. He is very high headed and stubborn. Overall I just want to have a trustful bond. I want to be comfortable around him, and I know it all starts with leadership. My other sister (who is very experienced) said to take it slow and do a little at a time until I’m comfortable.
Sounds like you have it planned out pretty good.
Enjoy your horse and you will find what he really likes doing. Groundwork will help with that bond and be as consistent as possible.
Please check out my groundwork and desensitization videos.
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The more time you spend with him the better your connection.
LoneStarWoman80 I have been doing some ground work and he has been doing good. I have not gotten on him yet though because his past owners didn’t teach him how to lunge. When I try to do it he starts to rear up and freak out. (I’m not using my whip, I feel that will make it worse) do you have any ideas? He is an Arabian so he is a bit high strung. Also do you by any chance do lessons, if so what state do you live in?
What if the horse doesn’t want to move off? I have a two year old that can be stubborn? Use the lunge whip to snap behind her?
Thank you for your question.
The horse must learn how to yield to pressure first. Use the escalation of pressure to determine how much pressure you need. Ask, suggest and then demand if needed ( that's when you pop the whip.) Here's a playlist of a young horse and new owner learning all these steps.
ruclips.net/p/PL1JF_PZLhWBhbS98krTKbTQxUjW7EHlas
@@lonestarwoman Thanks, appreciate it.
Lovely :) This resembles a bit of groundwork I’ve seen at Clinton Anderson clinics. By chance did you go to one or view his dvds?
Thank you for your comment.
I worked in post production for RFDTV for several years back in the day when it was new. I worked on Clinton's show, Parelli, Craig Cameron, and Ken Mcnabs early TV work. I also went to their clinics as part of it. And I learned a great deal from it. I put together all the parts I like and have other techniques when needed. All the big name trainers have the same basic philosophy and techniques. They all wanna sell you something, and it is up to you to buy it or not.
@@lonestarwoman oh that’s super cool! Love RF TV!! I’m a big fan of Tom Dorrance and Buck Brennaman…. Like you, I find parts of what I like to combine for my own approach. I think that’s what you have done here! Great work
well done video, subscribed..
I really like the Training Method you use although I personally can I use head method because my horse busted open his head on a board so any time I touch the top of his head he automatically pulls it up although he is really good with me bridling
Hi what age of horse can we start this?
Groundwork can be started at weaning in short sessions. And add as they grow.
So... when I buy a horse one day, I should start with the groundwork? Even when the horse is already trained and has experience with the saddle?
And very nice video
+Patrícia Belianská you should do groundwork everyday with your horse. The better trained the horse, the quicker the groundwork. Working on the ground keeps you safe in the saddle. Just because s horse has done something once doesn't mean the next day or week they will remember. When you have s horse, you are always training. Especially if they are not worked 3-5 days a week. Even a well trained horse needs a warm up and flexing and stretching, before riding, like any athlete, think of groundwork that way.
Good luck.
Patrícia Belianská Yes, groundwork helps you bond with your horse and get to know each other.
Thank you ❤
If a horse is high energy, how long should a workout like this be?
Great question.
High energy horses benefit from starting with round pen free Lunging or lunging first.
Here's more lunging videos.
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Add poles or obstacles on the line first. 10 - 15 minutes usually.
Then move the body parts when your horse is relaxed and ready to focus.
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Very helpful .. just wish the sound was louder .. you are an amazing teacher, thank you so much... my first time owning a horse .. God have mercy she is green but feel am greener than her.. what do you advise me to do?..
+Ana Freitas practice every day. Im getting a wireless mic. That should help with the sound. Move those five body parts and desensitize between each every time you work with your horse. It just takes a few minutes. If it doesn't work, try a different tactic or add pressure. You have to give a release and praise as soon as get one step or one nod.
Ana - Remember, green on green equals black & blue on you. Be careful!
Can you do this with a yearling?
Yes. The only difference is much shorter sessions and limited canter work.
As my horseman trainer Robin says over and over - “you don’t ask for three steps once. You ask for one step three times”. Implication is you need to give three releases in this instance.
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@Hello MAAVANA MAAVANA, How are you doing?
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My horse has a tendon injury and can’t do any under saddle work for a couple months. He doesn’t do well when he’s out of work, and needs to stay stimulated. Do you have any suggestions for particular exercises that will help him stay engaged and interested? He’s 11, smart, but stubborn.
I would suggest desensitization training. It stimulates the mind without a lot of stressful movements.
Check out my playlist.
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Also more groundwork exercises at:
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Thank you!
Can u pls show me how to stop my horse on the lunge line cause mine won’t stop and I have to yank her rope hard a few times to stop her can u show me an easier way and she try’s run me over when I make her switch ways on the lunge line maybe u have a horse that does this and y can show me???
This is a common enough occurrence. Now there can be a few reasons why your horse is not stopping well on the lunge line. Number one they don't know how to stop properly. Number two you could be giving mixed signals when asking for the stuff if you don't have a clear whoa and you don't step in front of the Driveline with a horse's nose this can also be a problem in making them stop. That being said a really good exercise to make and reinforce the stop is using your fence and doing 180s on the fence with a strong cue.
Here ya go.
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Hope this helps.
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What are the ankle braces for?
Those are sports medicine boots. They stabilize the lower legs to prevent injury. They are good to use as extra protection for your horse's legs. Especially if its been a while since work out.
Here's a vid for reference.
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LoneStarWoman thank you so much for taking the time to respond! Makes so much more sense now
Nicely done. Just a note, pivoting on the front leg is good for western riding but but not for dressage so you need to either train them both ways or stick to one.
Thank you for your comment.
Yes I agree you can refine your training to suite your chosen path.
There are many ways to move the horse's body. Please check out my other groundwork videos.
Groundwork as foundation, respect and control.
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