Efarmoges Efarmoges I started riding with a saddle pad at 12..years old,,( after 4 years of riding)from straight bareback..cause I realized how dirty my white short shorts were..haha, and I started getting hives from the sweat and hair of my pony..so there are reason for most things.
I went bitless with my Percheron/Standardbred gelding. He goes in a leather side pull with no leverage and he loves it. I tried it on impulse by clipping reins to his leather halter and I got this completely relaxed, sensitive to the aids, responsive horse. It was so amazing that I hacked out on my bareback pad and his halter. We are sold!
Hi PaulaEdwina and Welcome! Thank you for sharing. Should you want to learn more about Caroline’s training, she has a large DVD selection www.taoofhorsemanship.com/shop and online training courses with lifetime access so please be sure to check them out. Or you can join us for our Everything Horses & More LIVE Podcast/Webinar hosted every Tuesday, and Wednesday at 12pm EST on facebook.com/TaoofHorsemanship/. If not, that’s okay. You can find the recording on our Tao of Horsemanship Facebook page. Thanks again and I hope to see you on our show! XO, Sabrina
Bitless riding is a great way to gain trust , understanding and team work without the pain and discomfort from bits . I am over the moon that you recommend this way of riding that has so many postive attributes and can be easierly taught to any horse of any experience or disapline. I believe that no matter how people try to justify using a bit because they believe that is to be less intrusive or painless on a horses mouth that is totally untrue and even rubber bits cause discomfort and damage . Some people will argue that their horse is head strong or uncontrollable and needs a harsher bit to control their horses behavior is just poor horsemanship used by lazy people who want the quick an easier way out to solve their problems that was most likely caused by human error in the first place . Caroline I am so happy that you are introduced this kind of natural horsemanship to all of the equine disaplines and I will be looking forward to watching more of your videos .
Caroline Rider Your welcome hun its great to meet like minded people with a passion for natural horsemanship and building a bond with your horses instead of thinking of them as mindless machines that need to be dominated and bullied . Cheers from your friend from Australia 😊
Kylie Wilson if you get the correct bit and use it well it will be fine, riding bit less can cause severe knots and can actually break the nose, if you watch a video of a horse skull you can really see how thin the nose is and can actually break as well, I don't think bits are bad as long as you use them correctly, a lot of people that say bits are bad don't realise how bad bit less can actually be and the amount of damage it can cause! The position she has the nose band at is way too low, I can see that it is on a very thin piece of bone and just a little bit too much pressure, the horse's nose will snap! Please do not assume that all bits are bad when bit less can be just as bad, if not worse!
Lark LuvsHorses But with bit less you have to position it very high up on the nose, it still causes knots of tissue to form, and if you use bits correctly, they don't mind!
This is how I've been with my new horse and my husband thinks I'm nuts in believing that it is working but, it is, I swear we understand eachother without words... 40 years old and finally own my 1st horse and I feel like I've won the lottery, so rewarding, something moneycould never buy!
I restarted my horse bitless a while back because he has scars on his lips from a bit. He also has chest scars from a breast strap so hes been through some stuff and I'd love to make riding easier for him ❤❤
You are a wonderful women who truly understands a horse and how working with your horse instead of demanding and bullying the horses into submission. I truly wish that there was more equestrian people who would follow your advice because you are what true natural horsemanship is about . All the best my friend ☺
I have just ditched my happy mouth d ring bit with a peanut roller to consistently ride bitless. My 8 year old OTTB has NEVER been so relaxed before! Our bond has grown tremendously since making the transition to a leather side pull bridle.😊
Hi Claudia and Welcome! hould you be interested in learning more about my work and training, I offer an extensive and revolutionary online training academy that hosts three of my equine training courses: The Tao Method Course, Discovering the Spirituality of Horsemanship Course and Problem Solving and Strategy Video Courses. Each course focuses on one concrete area of horsemanship - from deepening the connection and relationship to developing the best riding foundation and problem-solving strategies for challenging areas and horses. Each was designed to not only educate and problem solve but to empower and inspire! The education and step-by-step practices I offer through my online courses and training programs is both comprehensive and unique. My training programs are not only intuitive based they are practical combining extensive, expert knowledge with thorough, step-by-step exercises and strategies. First, I strive to provide the best information and educational videos, making content better than any other because I offer the most thorough, comprehensive and result oriented courses that are ALL about the horse. Second, my courses give you real results. They are revolutionary, effective, amazing and loving. They are designed to help you find results through quality content and video, in-depth and concise instruction with a multitude of learning opportunities from studying videos to step-by-step practice, “Try This” practice sheets, supplemental reading materials and open Q&A discussion forums. The most popular and practical course is my Tao Method Course. This course is a step-by-step training course for both horses and riders. Please read on for more details and pricing. Tao Method Relationship & Riding Course Achieving the Relationship and Ride of Your Dreams Your Relationship and Riding Success relies on Mindset and Practice Discover Key Insights, Strategies & Exercises to Increase Your Level of Awareness, Relationship, Confidence and Skills! So many of us are missing the essence of relationship in our horsemanship. We are led to believe the only way to handle, work with and train a horse is by following the same, mundane principles and practices of the much taught, and publicized, equine training programs that surround equine care, handling, training and problem-solving. If you are like the many of us who know this, you struggle with the despair and frustration of dealing with what’s considered, and accepted, normal horsemanship practices. You yearn for a way in which to work with your horse that is compassionate, fulfilling, effective and most of all best for both you and your horse. This is why I created my work - to unite both you and your horse as one in mind, soul and movement. Not only will you learn how to deepen the relationship you share with your horse, you will build the best and safest riding foundation through knowledge and skill in horse behavior, training theory and correct ground and riding practices. So, come join me as we embark together on this journey to build the most amazing relationship and ride with your horse! Limited time offer $34.95/month! Once you enroll you have access to all 12 months, or 12 courses, 24/7. For best results please follow courses in numerical order. You can also cancel at any time. To subscriber, click here. SchooX is the host for my LMS (learning module system) so don't be alarmed when you see this link and are directed to their platform: www.schoox.com/bundle/28/The+Tao+Method+Monthly+Subscription Please contact me with any questions! Warmly, Caroline
Actually I know I'm Late but Bitless isn't Always Best, I know Some That have Destroyed Horses Faces such as some Bosals are with Rough Material that have ripped Skin and some I don't Rember But a Hackmore with a Weird Part I think under it's Chin puts alot of pressure on it's Face, I'm no Expert which is why I don't Know but that's What I do know
Caroline, thank you so much for sharing your teaching with the world. I have watched several of your videos and am so inspired to restart my horses with fresh understanding (even though I have been practicing "natural horsemanship" for many years.) I just had a wonderful and profound join-up experience today with a horse that I have had for 14 years! Your teachings really connect the dots for me, and help me connect on a deeper level.
Thank you Caroline - that was one big chunk of information !! One of the best I have seen. ...and most helpful. I enjoy 'rope halter plus lead rope made into reigns and bare back (only short distance for the horses sake) - you certainly feel at one with the horse that way !! Wish I was in the USA - I'd pay you a visit.
Love it! I subscribed when you said you don't use bits anymore. Excellent when someone like you does this it filters down and can only be good for the horses.
Love this video! I work for an NPO that retrains and rehomes ex race horses. All of them are retrained bitless and they listen better than any horse with a bit/harsh bit. Control isn’t about constant pressure or discomfort in a horse’s mouth, it’s about a communicative partnership between you and the horse. Love this video! A little note though, the noseband of the rope halter is sitting a bit too low and is putting pressure on the wrong part of the horse’s face. I know this video is old, but still noteworthy :)
+Krystal R-S Hi Krystal and Welcome! Thank you! I look forward to keeping in touch! We will be launching our NEW Tao of Horsemanship Online Academy in June so stayed tuned! Warmly, Caroline
I was made aware of you through Rick Gore Horsemanship. I've always liked that he rides bit less , and the fact that he's very non-PC. I appreciate that. What I've seen so far watching your videos, you too are very good with horse's and appear to have a good understanding of what makes them tick.
Hello Susan and Welcome! Great to hear how well my work resonates with you and is working for you! The free training videos that I offer on my youtube channel are just the beginning! Should you want to learn more about my method - the level of personal development, spiritual transformation, deep and rewarding relationship you achieve with your horse during training as well as developing the ride of your dreams, check out my Tao of Horsemanship Online Academy Training Courses for People and Horses. Here is the commercial for the Academy: ruclips.net/video/e2TF3CPU1Nc/видео.html You can learn more about the Academy, details of courses provided and costs here: www.taoacademy-horse-training-courses.com/taomethodcourse Please visit my website www.riderhorsemanship.com to learn more about my method and the wide array of learning opportunities available. Thank you and may you always be one with horses! Warmly, Caroline
Why bareback? A well fitted saddle is made to distribute pressure evenly over the horses back and make them more comfortable. It's also important for beginner riders, both for safety and comfort of the horse.
@@Rachel-ge3gl Hi Rachel, for me personally..I can feel what the horse is doing or potentially going to do. When they tense up for example for whatever reason. Those darn horse eating plastic bags that blow by for one. Anyway a well made bareback pad is a plus too. My balance and seat much improved as a result of going bareback. I feel more at one with my horse. I would NEVER ride a horse bareback that was not healthy, i.e underweight etc. It's not for everyone. To much in the way with a saddle for me. Just fyi...I do own saddles both english (Crosby) and western (Hereford) both well made but still prefer bareback and with a pad if needed. Happy Trails!
You know a rider treats their horse right when the horse rubs her nose on her and almost falls asleep on her. Love you thank you for showing me this I am glad that now I know that bits are not good for horse, I do not have one but would like to own one later, so much thanks and love!
Hi Liz and Welcome! I'm so happy to hear how well my work resonates with you! Should you be interested in learning more about my work and my training method I offer an extensive and revolutionary online training academy that hosts three of my equine training courses: The Tao Method Course, Discovering the Spirituality of Horsemanship Course and Problem Solving and Strategy Video Courses. Each course focuses on one concrete area of horsemanship - from deepening the connection and relationship to developing the best riding foundation and problem-solving strategies for challenging areas and horses. Each was designed to not only educate and problem solve but to empower and inspire! The education and step-by-step practices I offer through my online courses and training programs is both comprehensive and unique. My training programs are not only intuitive based they are practical combining extensive, expert knowledge with thorough, step-by-step exercises and strategies. First, I strive to provide the best information and educational videos, making content better than any other because I offer the most thorough, comprehensive and result oriented courses that are ALL about the horse. Second, my paid programs give you real results. They are revolutionary, effective, amazing and loving. They are designed to help you find results through quality content and video, in-depth and concise instruction with a multitude of learning opportunities from studying videos to step-by-step practice, “Try This” practice sheets, supplemental reading materials and open Q&A discussion forums. The most popular and practical course is my Tao Method Course. This course is a step-by-step training course for both horses and riders. Please read on for more details and pricing. Tao Method Relationship & Riding Course Achieving the Relationship and Ride of Your Dreams Your Relationship and Riding Success relies on Mindset and Practice Discover Key Insights, Strategies & Exercises to Increase Your Level of Awareness, Relationship, Confidence and Skills! So many of us are missing the essence of relationship in our horsemanship. We are led to believe the only way to handle, work with and train a horse is by following the same, mundane principles and practices of the much taught, and publicized, equine training programs that surround equine care, handling, training and problem-solving. If you are like the many of us who know this, you struggle with the despair and frustration of dealing with what’s considered, and accepted, normal horsemanship practices. You yearn for a way in which to work with your horse that is compassionate, fulfilling, effective and most of all best for both you and your horse. This is why I created my work - to unite both you and your horse as one in mind, soul and movement. Not only will you learn how to deepen the relationship you share with your horse, you will build the best and safest riding foundation through knowledge and skill in horse behavior, training theory and correct ground and riding practices. So, come join me as we embark together on this journey to build the most amazing relationship and ride with your horse! Limited time offer $34.95/month! To subscriber, click here. SchooX is the host for my LMS (learning module system) so don't be alarmed when you see this link and are directed to their platform: www.schoox.com/bundle/28/The+Tao+Method+Monthly+ Subscription Please contact me with any questions! Warmly, Caroline
Caroline I just discovered you by accident,YAHOO! I've been using a side pull for the last 26 years. In this video you didn't mention them. What do you think of them? Can't wait to watch more of your videos! THANKS! LOVE to see a woman doing such fine work! Jolly Smith
Hi Lorraine and Welcome! I do not like bit-less bridles or side pulls. They tend to pull to much to one side and not release well. I recommend both the stop-n-turn (piece that replaces the bit and works with any headstall) and bosal.
Very informative and interesting. I was wondering how you came about bitless riding, I came about Rick Gore and his horsemanship although I don't own a horse I'm very interested in riding bitless. p.s. your horse is very cute.
My mouthy little Arabian was constantly working the snaffle bit, so I tried riding him in a training halter with reins attached on the sides. He was easy to handle and more comfortable. I looked at different bitless options and chose the Zilco flower. He does great in it and is happier without a bit. I didn't like the Dr. Cooks bridle because of no release. I also ride him bareback with a pad.He is a happy boy now.
Excellent point: once your horse has run away, its too late. Your only hope is to prevent the bolt before it happens. I preach this to my friends and students constantly. Prevent the bolt, dont just ride in a big bit and assume youll be able to stop the horse.
Thank you so much!!....I would love to not use a bit,...I think it is far more kind to have the animal learn how to listen to you and give it respect by backing off and letting it learn from you...what you would ask it to do and want to respect you by its response!!...great and she it a beautiful girl!!❤️❤️
You are fantastic!!! Love this video......seeing and listening to you has given me such motivation to get my new bitless life with my horse started!!! I'm starting in a few days! Thank you!
Hi Jeanette and Welcome! If you love this video and want to learn how to ride bitless and feel connected and safe with your horse check out my NEW Bitless & Balanced, Confident Riding Masterclass Course www.taoacademy-horse-training-courses.com/courses.
I just discovered you and LOVED this video!! So helpful as I am working on riding bitless with my mare. Can't wait to watch and learn more from you. Thank you so much
Hi Matthew and Welcome! Thank you. If you would like to learn more I have a NEW extensive and comprehensive online academy that hosts several of my teaching and training curriculums, specifically my Tao Method Course riderhorsemanship.com/tao-horsemanship-online-academy/.
Hi Chang and Welcome! Should you want to learn more, I offer a wide array of learning opportunities here at my FL facility and on my online training academy for people and horses. Here is a little more about my approach. We believe in a holistic approach to horsemanship, providing expert knowledge and instruction for the whole horse and rider. Our approach is multi-dimensional and includes the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects of both the person and horse’s well-being. We specialize in both foundation training and problem-solving and have the answers you are searching for. The key in horsemanship and having the partner you want with your horse is in foundation training. If your horse has either had 1) trauma or 2) hasn’t had a correct and solid foundation (start), they will either be too scared to learn or missing key building blocks to their development. Horses need years of development and learning to be at the level you see in many of the professional clinician and trainer’s horses - including what you see in my videos. There are no quick fixes, tricks or gimmicks and like any solid education, it takes a curriculum or program to follow so you are building a correctly foundation. We have 8 training modules that we follow in our curriculum that specialize in self-awareness, the spiritual connection, relationship, discipline, confidence, biomechanics and balanced riding. Click here for details on our training pyramid www.riderhorsemanship.com/rh-training-program. Should you be interested in learning online, we offer a very large and comprehensive online training academy for people and horses. Click here for details about our online academy training courses www.taoacademy-horse-training-courses.com/. Should you want to learn the step-by-step curriculum, please click here www.taoacademy-horse-training-courses.com/taomethodcourse. For more information about the wide array of learning opportunities we provide, please visit www.riderhorsemanship.com/education.
Thank you Caroline! I have now watched a handful of your videos. I grew up with horses and riding. I'm a dog trainer by trade and focus so much on relationships with animals, building trust, and kind leadership with my own clients. When I got my horse this summer it killed me to think I would use anything but the methods I preach! I got a 3-year-old spoiled mustang pony. Although, very sweet and not spooky she, for lack of another way to put it, is extremely sassy. She had a tendency to toss her head up, thrash and shake her head, rear up, and/or push into you or basically walk on top of you. It worried me that I might never get the responsiveness from her I set out to achieve using my own methods and how I believe we should all work with animals. Although I was pretty confident when I took her on that I could teach her all that and more I have my doubts. Your videos have reassured me that I can use the methods I set out to use, and help me see what exactly I'm looking for when applying them to a horse. It's also a wonderful feeling to know there are animal trainers, like yourself, that teach people to be in tune, build a relationship, and ultimately prepare the animal for life in our world not demand that they be obedient because we say so. I hope to meet you one day. My little pony and I. Kindly, Kelsie w/ kindanimalservices.com
Hello Gem and Welcome! Great to hear how well my work resonates with you and is working for you! The free training videos that I offer on my youtube channel are just the beginning! Should you want to learn more about my method - the level of personal development, spiritual transformation, deep and rewarding relationship you achieve with your horse during training as well as developing the ride of your dreams, you can learn more about the Academy, details of courses provided and costs here: www.taoacademy-horse-training-courses.com/taomethodcourse. I highly recommend the LIFETIME membership as it gives you 24/7 access, 365 days and forever, not to mention all of the BONUS material that’s included. Please visit my website www.riderhorsemanship.com to learn more about my method and the wide array of learning opportunities available. Thank you and may you always be one with horses! Warmly, Caroline
Hi All! Thanks for your amazing questions, feedback and comments! For those of you asking about what kind of bareback pad I use or recommend, I've tried just about every bareback pad over the years and the one I use and recommend is the best in my experience. It is thicker than most and very flexible, once it is broken in it conforms perfectly to both the horse's back and your seat. And the best type of padding is either wool or neoprene, which my pad offers. They are the most comfortable for the horse and rider and for the following reasons: they don't slide, they breathe, dry fast and are easy to clean. If you are worried about hurting your horse’s back, the only way you will is if you dig down into their back when you mount. While the horse can feel your sit (seat) bones through the pad I have never made a horse’s back sore, and I’ve ridden thousands of horses in these pads. If you have a high withered horse, I recommend a thin English pad underneath or a thin shim under the pad, but not too much material or you will add too much pressure. Please click here for details about the pad and to purchase: www.taoofhorsemanship.com/shop.
I either use a neck strap (no bridle) or I use a simple halter with reins attached to it. The neck strap works if the horse is attentive to your body weight and legs. The halter with reins is better when the horse tends to be distracted and needs a gentle reminder.
Very good ! It seems so natural how to move the hindguarter . I made a mistake to train i n a method when they move the hindquarter from standing still before they learnt from turning around.
Awesome video.... I was hooked and learned heaps ... many many thanks... and I am looking forward to finding more of your tutorials :-) Libby, New Zealand
I love you for not using bits. I feel so bad to see how a horse suffers just so the human can brag. 😢😢 I want to do something to get the public voice to ban horse bit once and for all. Anyone knows how to go about it?
It’s a lovely idea! Sadly, I fear those who misuse bits will also misuse hackamores and bosals; however, more and more people are understanding the importance of sensitivity to the horse’s needs. I’d say we’ve come a long way from the 70’s when I was a horse mad child. Thank you for loving 🐴🐴🐴❤️
Excellent video with clear explanations and demonstrations. Unfortunately, it's about 10 years too late for me. I had wanted to try bit-less riding ages ago because my gelding Jack, (ex race horse), and I had such a great rapport/synergy and he had 'chilled out' over the 2 years I had him. Things were going so well for about 15 mins. We even warmed up to a trot. Then, we passed a bit of scaffolding under a tree. Not sure if that reminded Jack of his racing days... ?starting gates or what...? But he took off as though he was racing in some major event!! All I could do was hang on and keep my balance. I didn't know any of the lessons shown in this video - Jack was in control all the way back to our paddock within a few minutes. It was the most scary experience I've ever had on a horse. I'm so grateful that Jack got me back in one piece. He taught me a good lesson - never take any horse for granted! Perhaps he felt my sense of pride... in 'my achievement' rather than 'our achievement'. RIP my 'red boy' - there'll never be another horse like you for me.
Thank you your wisdom! I think you have the best approach to horsemanship. Love, bonding and respect goes a very long way. ❤️ Whilst I love the bitless bridle, I don’t recommend this for everyone. Only for experienced riders, reason is people not confident with light touch can ultimately compromise the horse, hackamore in severe cases.
Hi Cat's Crib and Welcome! I agree with you and explain the different bit-less bridles in this video and what I recommend the most, for most rider's, and why.
Hi Nancy and Welcome! I'm so happy to hear how well my work resonates with you! Should you be interested in learning more about my work and my training method I offer an extensive and revolutionary online training academy that hosts three of my equine training courses: The Tao Method Course, Discovering the Spirituality of Horsemanship Course and Problem Solving and Strategy Video Courses. Each course focuses on one concrete area of horsemanship - from deepening the connection and relationship to developing the best riding foundation and problem-solving strategies for challenging areas and horses. Each was designed to not only educate and problem solve but to empower and inspire! The education and step-by-step practices I offer through my online courses and training programs is both comprehensive and unique. My training programs are not only intuitive based they are practical combining extensive, expert knowledge with thorough, step-by-step exercises and strategies. First, I strive to provide the best information and educational videos, making content better than any other because I offer the most thorough, comprehensive and result oriented courses that are ALL about the horse. Second, my paid programs give you real results. They are revolutionary, effective, amazing and loving. They are designed to help you find results through quality content and video, in-depth and concise instruction with a multitude of learning opportunities from studying videos to step-by-step practice, “Try This” practice sheets, supplemental reading materials and open Q&A discussion forums. The most popular and practical course is my Tao Method Course. This course is a step-by-step training course for both horses and riders. Please read on for more details and pricing. Tao Method Relationship & Riding Course Achieving the Relationship and Ride of Your Dreams Your Relationship and Riding Success relies on Mindset and Practice Discover Key Insights, Strategies & Exercises to Increase Your Level of Awareness, Relationship, Confidence and Skills! So many of us are missing the essence of relationship in our horsemanship. We are led to believe the only way to handle, work with and train a horse is by following the same, mundane principles and practices of the much taught, and publicized, equine training programs that surround equine care, handling, training and problem-solving. If you are like the many of us who know this, you struggle with the despair and frustration of dealing with what’s considered, and accepted, normal horsemanship practices. You yearn for a way in which to work with your horse that is compassionate, fulfilling, effective and most of all best for both you and your horse. This is why I created my work - to unite both you and your horse as one in mind, soul and movement. Not only will you learn how to deepen the relationship you share with your horse, you will build the best and safest riding foundation through knowledge and skill in horse behavior, training theory and correct ground and riding practices. So, come join me as we embark together on this journey to build the most amazing relationship and ride with your horse! Limited time offer $34.95/month! To subscriber, click here. SchooX is the host for my LMS (learning module system) so don't be alarmed when you see this link and are directed to their platform: www.schoox.com/bundle/28/The+Tao+Method+Monthly+ Subscription Please contact me with any questions! Warmly, Caroline
Caroline Rider I very much enjoyed this video; I found it to be highly educational. Thank you. What happened with Lovey's right foreleg at 24:39? ~ Also, for your sake as well as for your readers, an Fyi > 1:46 Rather than " Taunt", it is Taut, which Google shows as > Taut > adjective 1. stretched or pulled tight; not slack. "the fabric stays taut without adhesive" synonyms: tight, stretched, rigid "the rope was taut" 2. (of writing, music, etc.) concise and controlled. "a taut text of only a hundred and twenty pages" >> Not " taunt" ( which Google shows as > Taunt > noun 1. a remark made in order to anger, wound, or provoke someone. synonyms: jeer, jibe, sneer, insult, barb, catcall; More verb 1. provoke or challenge (someone) with insulting remarks. "students began taunting her about her weight" synonyms: jeer at, sneer at, scoff at, poke fun at, make fun of, get at, insult, tease, chaff, torment, goad, ridicule, deride, mock, heckle, ride;. ~ Hopefully, this information will aid in communication. I know that edu-comments are popularly shunned on YT, but Taunters need to know that their jeering will be disrespected. ~ Caroline, Thanks again for sharing what you've learned about natural horsemanship. :)
this is helpful! I go to horse summer camp and we had to ride without a bit and it was scary cause they never showed us how to control our horse without a bit! so this was amazingly helpful!!!
Thanks so much for all your videos but this one in particular... I just bought a bit less bridle last month and I always see if you have any videos on what I want to work on with my daughter and my horse...she is 13 and I am 55 we NeVeR agree and we met this OTTH, he is 6 and I am doing a lot of ground work with him, we have had him 5 months already, time flies...I believe in preparation and riding bit-less.. but he has to settle down a little. I like to introduce new experiences slowly and want to
HI Caroline: An outstanding instructional video. I just wish everybody that posts equine advise did as much preparation and have as much experience as yourself.
+Caroline Rider (Rider Horsemanship) I look forward to them. I am not exactly a "bit-less" convert (even though all of my students can ride bit-less or even without a bridle) but I believe it is as you say "ride and control from the saddle". and for riders to "read" their horse. Pulling hard and fast on the bit or even when bit-less is a example of a total lack of horsemanship of the rider.
Great video Caroline. Thank you so much! I would like to know better how to teach the horse to stay at the mounting block, lateral and vertical flexion. Are you planning to make a second part where you explain this?
+María Durán Hi Maria! The process to acquiring a horse's mindset of calm, quiet and obedient takes time. My entire method of training begins with liberty, then specific online exercises then riding. The liberty develops the calm, stillness, connection and relationship - this is the foundation to developing the "pick me up" at the mounting. It's not an exercise or technique either. I don't work that way. Rather it's created through the power of your heart, energy and intention. The horse wants to envelop you in a hug and with their heart chakra. I have an entire DVD collection of my work that can help you develop this with your horse. You can visit the DVD's on my website: www.shoppingcartdepot.com/shop/default.aspx?c=7l7V707k7Z2 The development of the flexion can be found in my Riding as One DVD. Please see my copy, description, above for more info and links. Thank you! Caroline
Hi Caroline. I have a Haflinger that I started about 5 years ago. I started her in a bitless. But, I found that she was always looking for something to do with her mouth. Like someone with ADD who has to have something to do with their hands. Finally, I tried her in a loose ring, French link snaffle. She was like a different horse! Not stressed or anxious about the bit at all. I was toying with the idea of trying her bitless again, until I had a student sit on her bareback with just a halter to get a better feel for controlling a horse with her seat. Now, I did not use the rope halter that day, I used a web halter with reins connected at the sides and kept a lead rope attached as a safety line. Once again, she was looking for something to do with her mouth, not trying to bite. She is not a biter, but likes to explore things with her mouth (i.e. brushes, bug spray, dressage whips, etc.) Have you ever worked with a horse like this before? Do you think she will eventually "mature" out of this behavior? Maybe with more training? I do not consider her "finished" at this point.
+MotherOfManyHorses Hello and Welcome! Great question! Yes, I've worked with many horses like your Haflinger. In my experience it is the mind that is restless and shows it's activity through a busy mouth and or busy feet. The bit becomes a pacifier and subdues only the symptoms not the cause. The cause is restlessness, stress, age (immaturity), lack of stillness/calm, safety and/or comfort. I have found that when you can discipline the mind and create stillness you can release the busy tension that is showing up in her busy mouth. How old is your Haflinger? Sometimes this is about being young and/or a lacking in maturity. Yes, she can grow out of this and she may on her own and I know my method can help her. Hope this helps and I look forward to hearing from you! Warmly, Caroline
+Caroline Rider (Rider Horsemanship) She is 10, although there were a couple years where I did nothing with her (personal stuff happening, I've only recently gotten back into doing things with horses again.) She is not the nervous sort. I rarely see her nervous. She is normally very confident. But she has always been a very "mouthy" girl. Any time something is new, she will put her mouth on it and try it out. She is very inquisitive, especially if she thinks food might be involved. ;) I used to use clips on my reins, but she would toss her head like they were "jingle bells" when ever the reins were loose, so I removed the clips for her. She was fine after that. (She is a bit of a character. ;D )
+MotherOfManyHorses HiMotherofManyHorses! She sounds lovely and full of curiosity! Her "ADD" can be part nature and part behavior - she has learned to be active and has spent most of her life being active vs still. With consistency and time, perhaps 1-2 years of foundation, your mare could stop fidgeting.
+Caroline Rider (Rider Horsemanship) Thanks, I think she is lovely, but I might be a bit biased. ;) I am hopeful then, that we may eventually be able to go back to being bitless.
I dont know much about riding bitless but i was told the one thing u must not do when riding bitless was use bosals because they can cause bleeding as the material is so rough
I love your channel! You have helped me with my mare so tysmmm!!!!!!! You are awesome! I learned how to make her follow me, Respect me, and much more! Thanks Caroline!
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thank you so much for this video ! I am french and don't speak a fluent english but what you say is so clear, sound so well, that I guessed what I didn't understand. A pity you are so far ! Thanks a lot again and happy new year !
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I've always wanted to ride with no track to gain trust with my horse because me and him were in an accident and we havent had time to bond because i was recovering from the accident but I've tried to find ways to find the trust again but none of them gain the trust that we had before 😔
When you made the point that lateral flexion isn't going to save you in the case of a blow up....I was just screaming..THANK YOU!! I have been taught forever and ever that this yielding of the HQ and flexing the head would stop a bolt...and you are exactly right. If the horse has it in his head to do it, he will do it no matter. And yes, maybe a man has the strength to kind of pull the horse out of that mindset, but I totally agree - most women do not. It really made me feel empowered when you said that because you followed up with the real meat of the situation. KNOW your horse - use pre take off check list and if all else fails, try to yield him around and abandon ship. I've done this after a time of learning that I wasn't a match for my horse when he had it in his head to go ballistic. And seeing you suggest this made me feel like I wasn't a chicken sh**. Haha! Sometimes you just want to survive. Live so the next day you can go back and do some ground work and establishing better rapport and hopefully the incident won't repeat itself. :). Thanks for the video. Very informative and I'm definitely going to be looking into going bit less...one bit at a time. :))
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Hi Caroline!😊 I have a couple of questions, for you, regarding ropehalters You mention, that a normal nylon ropehalter is not strong enough, for ex, a draft horse. I have a 10 year old Frisian mare. Before purchasing her, I tried her and it went fine The first time, when I'm about to get on her, after I got her home (july, last year '21), she spooks and bolts, and I fall off, breaking my arm 2 places. That was a major wake up call for me. And I began groundwork right from the basics. She's ridden inn, with bit. In Spain, as a 6 year old, where they're much more hard handed, than we are in Denmark. You mention how horses can get nervous, from the handling. I think that reflects, to my horse, if you know what I mean.... So, in my groundwork, I've had focus on the light handling And she responds beautifully! She's had some frog issues, which I've been treating, daily, since November last year. Therefore, I've had to wait, to begin riding her. (Looking back, this has been, a luck in unluck. I've been 'forced' to work with the saying: The Slow Way, Is The Fast Way'....). 3 days ago, I sat on her for the first time. Just, in a ropehalter, without saddle. Getting on, quietly, and getting off. Repeated this, a couple of times, relating to your Utube video, with JJ. At first, she thought, she had to do a lot. Lifted her head, tightened up, aso. Yesterday, and today, it gets gradually more relaxed. Best of all -the real magic, has been -that she actually leaves her hay, and her herd, when she sees/hears me -and go to the gate, to wait for me..... I have NEVER experienced this, with any horse, before.... It's worth all the time and effort..!!❤ Following your program However -I have 2 questions, Caroline: 1) Is the normal ropehalter enough for her, as the draft horse, she is? (Is it strong enough)? If not -where can I find the right kind of halter? We have a very limited variety, here in Denmark. 2) If I sign up to your program, -then how do I find it? Is it an app, or do I Google the name of the program, that I choose? (3)) Which program will you recommend me, to sign up for? NB Hope, that I've made myself clear, since English is not my primary language...😊 May You Always Be One, With Your Horse 🐎 🙏 ❤️
Thx Caroline, great info and education. I have a rope halter with rings, came with rein and metal clips. The length of rein is too short for some horses, so I rigged some slobber straps and tied a mecate. Now I’m worried that it’s too heavy across the nose and pole. Can’t post photo here, but the yacht rope is soft but narrow. Any advice or ideas?
Hi Caroline, I just moved my girl over to a Orbitless Bridle, since her wolf teeth came in and the bit was causing her pain.. You should check it out, it has different settings and my girl LOVES it.. , be something you could keep in your tack trunk..
No actually its very light, and she holds a great light contact on it too.. I found the western hacks to be more heavy then this one.. this one in weight would be right around a normal bridle with a standard snaffle.. I love the feel of it, and she really loves it.. fixed her balking and running backwards issue with this in less then 5mins, first ride.. and I'm actually more apt to canter her in it then i was with a snaffle, she is extremely responsive to it.. definitely worth it. I have a Dr. Cooks, and a micklem multi bridle, and a side pull, and compared to all of them, this is my go to new favorite.. I may end up switching all my guys over to it.
Has anyone else ever tried an indian bosal bridle/attachment? I've seen versions that look like a rope halter made of paracord, either regular throat latch or cross-under, with loops or rings for reins to pass through, different kinds of nosebands, etc. I wouldn't advice buying those held together with tape. I like paracord indian bosals because they're soft, conform to the horse's face, they cross under the horse's chin and apply pressure simultaneously with noseband when you pull back, no mechanical shanks but still have plenty of leverage. Your preference on whether loops or rings (where reins pass through) give better release. I got an indian bosal attachment with a smooth noseband (no knots or ridges), rein loops, and cross-under chin. Figured it would have more leverage than a sidepull if my horse tried to push through the pressure but by far gentler than my mechanical hackamore with long shanks, metal curb chain, and heavy rubber covered bicycle chain noseband. Mechanical hackamore was too much control and I didn't like how badly it fit my Quarter Horse's head. When mounted, my horse rarely backed up right in a bit, but she backed up fine when I was on the ground. Tried backing her in a hackamore--mounted and not--and she did just great. When spring comes I'm going to try riding my horse with a double bridle of sorts. I took an old nylon headstall, its browband and throatlatch removed so it functioned like a hanger for my hackamore attachment, adjusting everything until it fitted comfortably underneath my bitted leather bridle. I'm going to use two separate reins so I can use my indian bosal more often yet I'll have a bit in my horse's mouth when riding through town or if necessary.
i saw this tutorial today on how a girl tacked up after watching your video mentioning how inhumane those bits are (i've never tacked up myself) and it made me so sad to see how he got all squirmy all the sudden when she got the bit and bridle out - his whole body language rejected it, and i would've never put two and two together had i not seen your video. at least i now know what to do when i go in myself with tacking up. thanks for this info - ill try and let it reach unaware people out there.
Just started looking into all the things I have been taught, man half of them are completely awful for the horse!! May get the result you want, but at what cost? Man, I am definitely going to do my research from now on! And I plan on ditching my bit for good!
just tried a stop and turn - wow it's amazing! much more control than the Dr. Cook's, my horse caught on quickly, and it takes almost nothing to move him. I agree it takes a light hand, but for a well trained horse it's like butter. thanks so much for the tip!
I subscribed the moment she said "I dont use bits anymore" and also for bareback riding she uses a bareback pad to protect the horse's back.
Respect
Efarmoges Efarmoges I started riding with a saddle pad at 12..years old,,( after 4 years of riding)from straight bareback..cause I realized how dirty my white short shorts were..haha, and I started getting hives from the sweat and hair of my pony..so there are reason for most things.
Excellent.
Me too...she had me at no bits! She clearly loves horses, respects them and builds a relationship of trust. Makes me so happy!
A sign of a good horseman/trainer is when they start horses bitless
I went bitless with my Percheron/Standardbred gelding. He goes in a leather side pull with no leverage and he loves it. I tried it on impulse by clipping reins to his leather halter and I got this completely relaxed, sensitive to the aids, responsive horse. It was so amazing that I hacked out on my bareback pad and his halter. We are sold!
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Bitless riding is a great way to gain trust , understanding and team work without the pain and discomfort from bits . I am over the moon that you recommend this way of riding that has so many postive attributes and can be easierly taught to any horse of any experience or disapline. I believe that no matter how people try to justify using a bit because they believe that is to be less intrusive or painless on a horses mouth that is totally untrue and even rubber bits cause discomfort and damage . Some people will argue that their horse is head strong or uncontrollable and needs a harsher bit to control their horses behavior is just poor horsemanship used by lazy people who want the quick an easier way out to solve their problems that was most likely caused by human error in the first place . Caroline I am so happy that you are introduced this kind of natural horsemanship to all of the equine disaplines and I will be looking forward to watching more of your videos .
Hi Kylie and Welcome! Thank you!
Caroline Rider Your welcome hun its great to meet like minded people with a passion for natural horsemanship and building a bond with your horses instead of thinking of them as mindless machines that need to be dominated and bullied . Cheers from your friend from Australia 😊
Kylie Wilson if you get the correct bit and use it well it will be fine, riding bit less can cause severe knots and can actually break the nose, if you watch a video of a horse skull you can really see how thin the nose is and can actually break as well, I don't think bits are bad as long as you use them correctly, a lot of people that say bits are bad don't realise how bad bit less can actually be and the amount of damage it can cause! The position she has the nose band at is way too low, I can see that it is on a very thin piece of bone and just a little bit too much pressure, the horse's nose will snap! Please do not assume that all bits are bad when bit less can be just as bad, if not worse!
Lark LuvsHorses But with bit less you have to position it very high up on the nose, it still causes knots of tissue to form, and if you use bits correctly, they don't mind!
One would be pulling, and pulling way too hard, for knots of tissue to develop.
I could not thank u enough for NOT using cruel, harsh, terrible, 100% UNNECESSARY, horrid bits👍
I just love this... you ride exactly like I do, no saddle, bitless, bareback pad. Bravo!
yay
The Magic Twister they’re dope! Comfortable for you and the horse. I never ride bareback without a bareback pad
This is how I've been with my new horse and my husband thinks I'm nuts in believing that it is working but, it is, I swear we understand eachother without words... 40 years old and finally own my 1st horse and I feel like I've won the lottery, so rewarding, something moneycould never buy!
I restarted my horse bitless a while back because he has scars on his lips from a bit. He also has chest scars from a breast strap so hes been through some stuff and I'd love to make riding easier for him ❤❤
Thank you for deciding to make your horse's life better.
I swear by rope halters. they are so so amazing (and since theyre cheap you can buy one in every color 😊)
Better than any bit ever. Loved it. This is way more 21 century.
You are a wonderful women who truly understands a horse and how working with your horse instead of demanding and bullying the horses into submission. I truly wish that there was more equestrian people who would follow your advice because you are what true natural horsemanship is about . All the best my friend ☺
I have just ditched my happy mouth d ring bit with a peanut roller to consistently ride bitless. My 8 year old OTTB has NEVER been so relaxed before! Our bond has grown tremendously since making the transition to a leather side pull bridle.😊
I'm Brazilian barrel racer and I want to learn more to run bit-less with my horses. I'm loving your videos.
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Bit less is best. It works so beautiful.
Actually I know I'm Late but Bitless isn't Always Best, I know Some That have Destroyed Horses Faces such as some Bosals are with Rough Material that have ripped Skin and some I don't Rember But a Hackmore with a Weird Part I think under it's Chin puts alot of pressure on it's Face, I'm no Expert which is why I don't Know but that's What I do know
I've watched several videos on this subject, and this is by far the best. I'm looking forward to viewing more of your videos! (Lovey is a darling!)
Thank you so much!! You are amazing ❤
Caroline, thank you so much for sharing your teaching with the world. I have watched several of your videos and am so inspired to restart my horses with fresh understanding (even though I have been practicing "natural horsemanship" for many years.) I just had a wonderful and profound join-up experience today with a horse that I have had for 14 years! Your teachings really connect the dots for me, and help me connect on a deeper level.
Well I just discovered you, and I think you're great! Straightforward info, great delivery, and I wish I had you for a teacher!
Thank you Caroline - that was one big chunk of information !! One of the best I have seen.
...and most helpful. I enjoy 'rope halter plus lead rope made into reigns and bare back (only short distance for the horses sake) - you certainly feel at one with the horse that way !! Wish I was in the USA - I'd pay you a visit.
Love it! I subscribed when you said you don't use bits anymore. Excellent when someone like you does this it filters down and can only be good for the horses.
Your horse seemed so so happy vs the horses I’ve trail ridden with that were bits.
Love this video! I work for an NPO that retrains and rehomes ex race horses. All of them are retrained bitless and they listen better than any horse with a bit/harsh bit. Control isn’t about constant pressure or discomfort in a horse’s mouth, it’s about a communicative partnership between you and the horse. Love this video!
A little note though, the noseband of the rope halter is sitting a bit too low and is putting pressure on the wrong part of the horse’s face. I know this video is old, but still noteworthy :)
It's so hard to find someone that knows what they are talking about. Thank goodness you do. 😊😊😊😊
+Krystal R-S Hi Krystal and Welcome! Thank you! I look forward to keeping in touch! We will be launching our NEW Tao of Horsemanship Online Academy in June so stayed tuned! Warmly, Caroline
I was made aware of you through Rick Gore Horsemanship. I've always liked that he rides bit less , and the fact that he's very non-PC. I appreciate that. What I've seen so far watching your videos, you too are very good with horse's and appear to have a good understanding of what makes them tick.
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Really enjoyed this! Firm believer in bareback and bit-less. Thank you!
Why bareback? A well fitted saddle is made to distribute pressure evenly over the horses back and make them more comfortable. It's also important for beginner riders, both for safety and comfort of the horse.
@@Rachel-ge3gl Hi Rachel, for me personally..I can feel what the horse is doing or potentially going to do. When they tense up for example for whatever reason. Those darn horse eating plastic bags that blow by for one. Anyway a well made bareback pad is a plus too. My balance and seat much improved as a result of going bareback. I feel more at one with my horse. I would NEVER ride a horse bareback that was not healthy, i.e underweight etc. It's not for everyone. To much in the way with a saddle for me. Just fyi...I do own saddles both english (Crosby) and western (Hereford) both well made but still prefer bareback and with a pad if needed. Happy Trails!
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You know a rider treats their horse right when the horse rubs her nose on her and almost falls asleep on her. Love you thank you for showing me this I am glad that now I know that bits are not good for horse, I do not have one but would like to own one later, so much thanks and love!
WOW, this is such an amazing video & instructor. Thanks.
I've just started viewing her videos and find them very helpful.
This is the best trainer video I've watched (and I've watched a few). thank you so much.
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The education and step-by-step practices I offer through my online courses and training programs is both comprehensive and unique. My training programs are not only intuitive based they are practical combining extensive, expert knowledge with thorough, step-by-step exercises and strategies.
First, I strive to provide the best information and educational videos, making content better than any other because I offer the most thorough, comprehensive and result oriented courses that are ALL about the horse.
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If you are like the many of us who know this, you struggle with the despair and frustration of dealing with what’s considered, and accepted, normal horsemanship practices. You yearn for a way in which to work with your horse that is compassionate, fulfilling, effective and most of all best for both you and your horse.
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Caroline I just discovered you by accident,YAHOO! I've been using a side pull for the last 26 years. In this video you didn't mention them. What do you think of them? Can't wait to watch more of your videos! THANKS! LOVE to see a woman doing such fine work! Jolly Smith
Hi Lorraine and Welcome! I do not like bit-less bridles or side pulls. They tend to pull to much to one side and not release well. I recommend both the stop-n-turn (piece that replaces the bit and works with any headstall) and bosal.
@@TaoofHorsemanship, my sidepull has zero leverage so nothing to release.
@@PaulaEdwinaThere needs to be release. The horse learns on the release of pressure.
I love her instructions her details on training ❤ be one with her horses 🐎 I use her methods 🎉
Very informative and interesting. I was wondering how you came about bitless riding, I came about Rick Gore and his horsemanship although I don't own a horse I'm very interested in riding bitless. p.s. your horse is very cute.
My mouthy little Arabian was constantly working the snaffle bit, so I tried riding him in a training halter with reins attached on the sides. He was easy to handle and more comfortable. I looked at different bitless options and chose the Zilco flower. He does great in it and is happier without a bit. I didn't like the Dr. Cooks bridle because of no release. I also ride him bareback with a pad.He is a happy boy now.
Excellent point: once your horse has run away, its too late. Your only hope is to prevent the bolt before it happens. I preach this to my friends and students constantly. Prevent the bolt, dont just ride in a big bit and assume youll be able to stop the horse.
Great teaching video from start on bit less bridles to safety and proper control! TY!
Thank you so much!!....I would love to not use a bit,...I think it is far more kind to have the animal learn how to listen to you and give it respect by backing off and letting it learn from you...what you would ask it to do and want to respect you by its response!!...great and she it a beautiful girl!!❤️❤️
Hi Carol! Yes, I agree. and thank you. Lovey is the mare in this video and she is true sweetheart!
You are fantastic!!! Love this video......seeing and listening to you has given me such motivation to get my new bitless life with my horse started!!! I'm starting in a few days! Thank you!
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Nice to see this
I just discovered you and LOVED this video!! So helpful as I am working on riding bitless with my mare. Can't wait to watch and learn more from you. Thank you so much
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This was the first video I ever watched of yours and I've been hooked ever sense! I love your method sooo much!
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Love your instructions on how to shut down a bolting horse.
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OMG, this makes me feel a lot better. You can ride a horse without putting all that metal in his mouth? Grandson's question. Thank you.
Great video. Yes, your tips are very helpful and I will keep them in mind when I am riding my horse. Thank you so much.
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Check out the Nalanta bitless bridle. That is made to have some lateral control, as well.
Thank you Caroline! I have now watched a handful of your videos. I grew up with horses and riding. I'm a dog trainer by trade and focus so much on relationships with animals, building trust, and kind leadership with my own clients. When I got my horse this summer it killed me to think I would use anything but the methods I preach!
I got a 3-year-old spoiled mustang pony. Although, very sweet and not spooky she, for lack of another way to put it, is extremely sassy. She had a tendency to toss her head up, thrash and shake her head, rear up, and/or push into you or basically walk on top of you. It worried me that I might never get the responsiveness from her I set out to achieve using my own methods and how I believe we should all work with animals. Although I was pretty confident when I took her on that I could teach her all that and more I have my doubts.
Your videos have reassured me that I can use the methods I set out to use, and help me see what exactly I'm looking for when applying them to a horse. It's also a wonderful feeling to know there are animal trainers, like yourself, that teach people to be in tune, build a relationship, and ultimately prepare the animal for life in our world not demand that they be obedient because we say so.
I hope to meet you one day. My little pony and I.
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This was very helpful, thank you.
I love this video. I can't wait to try some of these techniques out.
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Hi All! Thanks for your amazing questions, feedback and comments! For those of you asking about what kind of bareback pad I use or recommend, I've tried just about every bareback pad over the years and the one I use and recommend is the best in my experience. It is thicker than most and very flexible, once it is broken in it conforms perfectly to both the horse's back and your seat.
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I either use a neck strap (no bridle) or I use a simple halter with reins attached to it. The neck strap works if the horse is attentive to your body weight and legs. The halter with reins is better when the horse tends to be distracted and needs a gentle reminder.
#bitlessbridles
When people ask what my favorite style of riding is, I say "bareback and bit-less" :)
Very good ! It seems so natural how to move the hindguarter . I made a mistake to train i n a method when they move the hindquarter from standing still before they learnt from turning around.
Awesome video.... I was hooked and learned heaps ... many many thanks... and I am looking forward to finding more of your tutorials :-) Libby, New Zealand
Hi Caroline, great to see your sensible and kind horsemanship. Thank you.
I love you for not using bits. I feel so bad to see how a horse suffers just so the human can brag. 😢😢 I want to do something to get the public voice to ban horse bit once and for all. Anyone knows how to go about it?
It’s a lovely idea! Sadly, I fear those who misuse bits will also misuse hackamores and bosals; however, more and more people are understanding the importance of sensitivity to the horse’s needs. I’d say we’ve come a long way from the 70’s when I was a horse mad child. Thank you for loving 🐴🐴🐴❤️
Excellent video with clear explanations and demonstrations. Unfortunately, it's about 10 years too late for me. I had wanted to try bit-less riding ages ago because my gelding Jack, (ex race horse), and I had such a great rapport/synergy and he had 'chilled out' over the 2 years I had him. Things were going so well for about 15 mins. We even warmed up to a trot. Then, we passed a bit of scaffolding under a tree. Not sure if that reminded Jack of his racing days... ?starting gates or what...? But he took off as though he was racing in some major event!! All I could do was hang on and keep my balance. I didn't know any of the lessons shown in this video - Jack was in control all the way back to our paddock within a few minutes. It was the most scary experience I've ever had on a horse. I'm so grateful that Jack got me back in one piece. He taught me a good lesson - never take any horse for granted! Perhaps he felt my sense of pride... in 'my achievement' rather than 'our achievement'. RIP my 'red boy' - there'll never be another horse like you for me.
Thank you for your videos. All your tips are awesome.
Thank you your wisdom! I think you have the best approach to horsemanship. Love, bonding and respect goes a very long way. ❤️
Whilst I love the bitless bridle, I don’t recommend this for everyone. Only for experienced riders, reason is people not confident with light touch can ultimately compromise the horse, hackamore in severe cases.
Hi Cat's Crib and Welcome! I agree with you and explain the different bit-less bridles in this video and what I recommend the most, for most rider's, and why.
Great video! Love the bitless
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Caroline Rider I very much enjoyed this video; I found it to be highly educational. Thank you. What happened with Lovey's right foreleg at 24:39? ~ Also, for your sake as well as for your readers, an Fyi > 1:46 Rather than " Taunt", it is Taut, which Google shows as > Taut > adjective
1.
stretched or pulled tight; not slack.
"the fabric stays taut without adhesive"
synonyms: tight, stretched, rigid
"the rope was taut"
2.
(of writing, music, etc.) concise and controlled.
"a taut text of only a hundred and twenty pages" >> Not " taunt" ( which Google shows as > Taunt > noun
1.
a remark made in order to anger, wound, or provoke someone.
synonyms: jeer, jibe, sneer, insult, barb, catcall; More
verb
1.
provoke or challenge (someone) with insulting remarks.
"students began taunting her about her weight"
synonyms: jeer at, sneer at, scoff at, poke fun at, make fun of, get at, insult, tease, chaff, torment, goad, ridicule, deride, mock, heckle, ride;. ~ Hopefully, this information will aid in communication. I know that edu-comments are popularly shunned on YT, but Taunters need to know that their jeering will be disrespected. ~ Caroline, Thanks again for sharing what you've learned about natural horsemanship. :)
this is helpful! I go to horse summer camp and we had to ride without a bit and it was scary cause they never showed us how to control our horse without a bit! so this was amazingly helpful!!!
Hi Stephanie and Welcome! Great to hear!
The best training video, thanks so much for your kindness of sharing this so educational techniques.
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Thanks so much for all your videos but this one in particular... I just bought a bit less bridle last month and I always see if you have any videos on what I want to work on with my daughter and my horse...she is 13 and I am 55 we NeVeR agree and we met this OTTH, he is 6 and I am doing a lot of ground work with him, we have had him 5 months already, time flies...I believe in preparation and riding bit-less.. but he has to settle down a little. I like to introduce new experiences slowly and want to
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27:30 one rein stop hindquarters. Great info!
Great trainer👍 I’ve used bitless for barrel racing. I don’t use bits.
Thank you! So informative and easy to understand.
You're very welcome!
Thank you so much for explaining and help me understand,great video and lot of help ❤️
HI Caroline: An outstanding instructional video. I just wish everybody that posts equine advise did as much preparation and have as much experience as yourself.
+phil vinet Thank you Phil and welcome! I will be offering many new videos in 2016, so stay tuned! Warmly, Caroline
+Caroline Rider (Rider Horsemanship) I look forward to them. I am not exactly a "bit-less" convert (even though all of my students can ride bit-less or even without a bridle) but I believe it is as you say "ride and control from the saddle". and for riders to "read" their horse. Pulling hard and fast on the bit or even when bit-less is a example of a total lack of horsemanship of the rider.
Amazing! Do you have any halters or bridles that you recommend, I’d like to get the best one I can. Thank you!
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Spend the extra money and get good sail line for your lead line. Double braided.
We had a horse named Sundance. She got old and is no longer around but that was her name
Heather Murray it’s a lovely name
Truly great! The best I’ve ever seen, thank u so much!
Great video Caroline. Thank you so much! I would like to know better how to teach the horse to stay at the mounting block, lateral and vertical flexion. Are you planning to make a second part where you explain this?
+María Durán Hi Maria! The process to acquiring a horse's mindset of calm, quiet and obedient takes time. My entire method of training begins with liberty, then specific online exercises then riding. The liberty develops the calm, stillness, connection and relationship - this is the foundation to developing the "pick me up" at the mounting. It's not an exercise or technique either. I don't work that way. Rather it's created through the power of your heart, energy and intention. The horse wants to envelop you in a hug and with their heart chakra.
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Thank you! Caroline
Hi Caroline. I have a Haflinger that I started about 5 years ago. I started her in a bitless. But, I found that she was always looking for something to do with her mouth. Like someone with ADD who has to have something to do with their hands. Finally, I tried her in a loose ring, French link snaffle. She was like a different horse! Not stressed or anxious about the bit at all. I was toying with the idea of trying her bitless again, until I had a student sit on her bareback with just a halter to get a better feel for controlling a horse with her seat. Now, I did not use the rope halter that day, I used a web halter with reins connected at the sides and kept a lead rope attached as a safety line. Once again, she was looking for something to do with her mouth, not trying to bite. She is not a biter, but likes to explore things with her mouth (i.e. brushes, bug spray, dressage whips, etc.) Have you ever worked with a horse like this before? Do you think she will eventually "mature" out of this behavior? Maybe with more training? I do not consider her "finished" at this point.
+MotherOfManyHorses Hello and Welcome! Great question! Yes, I've worked with many horses like your Haflinger. In my experience it is the mind that is restless and shows it's activity through a busy mouth and or busy feet. The bit becomes a pacifier and subdues only the symptoms not the cause. The cause is restlessness, stress, age (immaturity), lack of stillness/calm, safety and/or comfort. I have found that when you can discipline the mind and create stillness you can release the busy tension that is showing up in her busy mouth. How old is your Haflinger? Sometimes this is about being young and/or a lacking in maturity.
Yes, she can grow out of this and she may on her own and I know my method can help her.
Hope this helps and I look forward to hearing from you! Warmly, Caroline
+Caroline Rider (Rider Horsemanship) She is 10, although there were a couple years where I did nothing with her (personal stuff happening, I've only recently gotten back into doing things with horses again.) She is not the nervous sort. I rarely see her nervous. She is normally very confident. But she has always been a very "mouthy" girl. Any time something is new, she will put her mouth on it and try it out. She is very inquisitive, especially if she thinks food might be involved. ;) I used to use clips on my reins, but she would toss her head like they were "jingle bells" when ever the reins were loose, so I removed the clips for her. She was fine after that. (She is a bit of a character. ;D )
+MotherOfManyHorses HiMotherofManyHorses! She sounds lovely and full of curiosity! Her "ADD" can be part nature and part behavior - she has learned to be active and has spent most of her life being active vs still. With consistency and time, perhaps 1-2 years of foundation, your mare could stop fidgeting.
+Caroline Rider (Rider Horsemanship) Thanks, I think she is lovely, but I might be a bit biased. ;) I am hopeful then, that we may eventually be able to go back to being bitless.
Extremely helpful with or without a bit, as you say! Thanks Caroline, gonna use this as my pre-ride checklist.
+Angela Prenosil Hi Angela! Great to hear from you! Warmly, Caroline
I dont know much about riding bitless but i was told the one thing u must not do when riding bitless was use bosals because they can cause bleeding as the material is so rough
I love your channel! You have helped me with my mare so tysmmm!!!!!!! You are awesome! I learned how to make her follow me, Respect me, and much more! Thanks Caroline!
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I'm watching videos to ride ing have one and I want go bit la brittle and I like this video and it will help me and my horse
To skip to "how to ride bitless" 17:30...
Great video and beautiful horse.
thank you goddess of horses for being so humble toward your fellow animals
thank you so much for this video ! I am french and don't speak a fluent english but what you say is so clear, sound so well, that I guessed what I didn't understand. A pity you are so far ! Thanks a lot again and happy new year !
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I've always wanted to ride with no track to gain trust with my horse because me and him were in an accident and we havent had time to bond because i was recovering from the accident but I've tried to find ways to find the trust again but none of them gain the trust that we had before 😔
Why after a fall and being a trainer would you not wear a helmet?
Thank you Caroline for your answer. I will take a look at those DVD's.
Nice calm coverage.
When you made the point that lateral flexion isn't going to save you in the case of a blow up....I was just screaming..THANK YOU!! I have been taught forever and ever that this yielding of the HQ and flexing the head would stop a bolt...and you are exactly right. If the horse has it in his head to do it, he will do it no matter. And yes, maybe a man has the strength to kind of pull the horse out of that mindset, but I totally agree - most women do not. It really made me feel empowered when you said that because you followed up with the real meat of the situation. KNOW your horse - use pre take off check list and if all else fails, try to yield him around and abandon ship. I've done this after a time of learning that I wasn't a match for my horse when he had it in his head to go ballistic. And seeing you suggest this made me feel like I wasn't a chicken sh**. Haha! Sometimes you just want to survive. Live so the next day you can go back and do some ground work and establishing better rapport and hopefully the incident won't repeat itself. :). Thanks for the video. Very informative and I'm definitely going to be looking into going bit less...one bit at a time. :))
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Hi Caroline!😊
I have a couple of questions, for you, regarding ropehalters
You mention, that a normal nylon ropehalter is not strong enough, for ex, a draft horse.
I have a 10 year old Frisian mare.
Before purchasing her, I tried her and it went fine
The first time, when I'm about to get on her, after I got her home (july, last year '21), she spooks and bolts, and I fall off, breaking my arm 2 places.
That was a major wake up call for me. And I began groundwork right from the basics.
She's ridden inn, with bit. In Spain, as a 6 year old, where they're much more hard handed, than we are in Denmark.
You mention how horses can get nervous, from the handling.
I think that reflects, to my horse, if you know what I mean....
So, in my groundwork, I've had focus on the light handling
And she responds beautifully!
She's had some frog issues, which I've been treating, daily, since November last year.
Therefore, I've had to wait, to begin riding her.
(Looking back, this has been, a luck in unluck. I've been 'forced' to work with the saying: The Slow Way, Is The Fast Way'....).
3 days ago, I sat on her for the first time. Just, in a ropehalter, without saddle. Getting on, quietly, and getting off. Repeated this, a couple of times, relating to your Utube video, with JJ.
At first, she thought, she had to do a lot. Lifted her head, tightened up, aso.
Yesterday, and today, it gets gradually more relaxed.
Best of all -the real magic, has been -that she actually leaves her hay, and her herd, when she sees/hears me -and go to the gate, to wait for me.....
I have NEVER experienced this, with any horse, before....
It's worth all the time and effort..!!❤ Following your program
However -I have 2 questions, Caroline:
1)
Is the normal ropehalter enough for her, as the draft horse, she is? (Is it strong enough)?
If not -where can I find the right kind of halter?
We have a very limited variety, here in Denmark.
2)
If I sign up to your program, -then how do I find it?
Is it an app, or do I Google the name of the program, that I choose?
(3)) Which program will you recommend me, to sign up for?
NB
Hope, that I've made myself clear, since English is not my primary language...😊
May You Always Be One, With Your Horse 🐎 🙏 ❤️
Great Video!! It helped me soo much :D
Thx Caroline, great info and education. I have a rope halter with rings, came with rein and metal clips. The length of rein is too short for some horses, so I rigged some slobber straps and tied a mecate. Now I’m worried that it’s too heavy across the nose and pole. Can’t post photo here, but the yacht rope is soft but narrow. Any advice or ideas?
I would love to put português subtitles to make this video available for Brasil. Could I?
Hi Doma and Welcome! Yes, please share this!
Very good knowledge mam. I like it.
Hi Caroline, I just moved my girl over to a Orbitless Bridle, since her wolf teeth came in and the bit was causing her pain.. You should check it out, it has different settings and my girl LOVES it.. , be something you could keep in your tack trunk..
Hi SassyMustang1980! This looks great! Thank you! Is it heavy? Asking because the metal and nose band looks like it might be
No actually its very light, and she holds a great light contact on it too.. I found the western hacks to be more heavy then this one.. this one in weight would be right around a normal bridle with a standard snaffle.. I love the feel of it, and she really loves it.. fixed her balking and running backwards issue with this in less then 5mins, first ride.. and I'm actually more apt to canter her in it then i was with a snaffle, she is extremely responsive to it.. definitely worth it. I have a Dr. Cooks, and a micklem multi bridle, and a side pull, and compared to all of them, this is my go to new favorite.. I may end up switching all my guys over to it.
Has anyone else ever tried an indian bosal bridle/attachment? I've seen versions that look like a rope halter made of paracord, either regular throat latch or cross-under, with loops or rings for reins to pass through, different kinds of nosebands, etc. I wouldn't advice buying those held together with tape. I like paracord indian bosals because they're soft, conform to the horse's face, they cross under the horse's chin and apply pressure simultaneously with noseband when you pull back, no mechanical shanks but still have plenty of leverage. Your preference on whether loops or rings (where reins pass through) give better release.
I got an indian bosal attachment with a smooth noseband (no knots or ridges), rein loops, and cross-under chin. Figured it would have more leverage than a sidepull if my horse tried to push through the pressure but by far gentler than my mechanical hackamore with long shanks, metal curb chain, and heavy rubber covered bicycle chain noseband. Mechanical hackamore was too much control and I didn't like how badly it fit my Quarter Horse's head. When mounted, my horse rarely backed up right in a bit, but she backed up fine when I was on the ground. Tried backing her in a hackamore--mounted and not--and she did just great.
When spring comes I'm going to try riding my horse with a double bridle of sorts. I took an old nylon headstall, its browband and throatlatch removed so it functioned like a hanger for my hackamore attachment, adjusting everything until it fitted comfortably underneath my bitted leather bridle. I'm going to use two separate reins so I can use my indian bosal more often yet I'll have a bit in my horse's mouth when riding through town or if necessary.
i saw this tutorial today on how a girl tacked up after watching your video mentioning how inhumane those bits are (i've never tacked up myself) and it made me so sad to see how he got all squirmy all the sudden when she got the bit and bridle out - his whole body language rejected it, and i would've never put two and two together had i not seen your video. at least i now know what to do when i go in myself with tacking up. thanks for this info - ill try and let it reach unaware people out there.
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@@TaoofHorsemanship already on it. thank you again, Caroline!
Just started looking into all the things I have been taught, man half of them are completely awful for the horse!! May get the result you want, but at what cost? Man, I am definitely going to do my research from now on! And I plan on ditching my bit for good!
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just tried a stop and turn - wow it's amazing! much more control than the Dr. Cook's, my horse caught on quickly, and it takes almost nothing to move him. I agree it takes a light hand, but for a well trained horse it's like butter. thanks so much for the tip!
+louise27574 Hi Louise and Welcome! That's great to hear! Warmly, Caroline
I have had good experiences with the Dr. Cook's Bitless......changed the material so it will release.