I’ve been binge-watching your videos since I found your channel a couple of months ago, and I’ve LEARNED SO MUCH! I realized how much I’ve been letting my mares get away with little things here and there. I’ve bought a rubber bit and have been really working on being consistent with reinforcing my commands. We’ve been working on the “stand still” command and she is much better while being mounted and dismounted, as well as not walking off until I tell her to.. She is gaited, and I’ve also been working on squaring her gait and maintaining the speed I set her at.. Thanks for reminding me that every ride should be a learning experience.. I truly enjoy your videos and look forward to each one..
Hi to all at horse drawn promotions please keep safe in these uncertain times Barry take care of yourself the horses can't afford. For you to become unwell best wishes from us all in all Australia Susan
This was such a great video ....full of treasures that only Barry can give‼️ I love it when you give us a ‘lecture’....it’s the way we can all gleam some of your experience and knowledge. I have watched every video of yours on RUclips....and learning so much. Thankyou Barry and Rea.
Thank you Barry. Your videos are a valuable resource for me to learn. It seems you like these brothers and why you do is very obvious in the section that shows the trott in slow motion. I have noticed the carriage in this video and like it very much. Your videos about harness were very informative. Please make a video explaining the pros and cons of different driving vehicles and how to fit a vehicle and a particular horse.
Check out our 'How to Harness' playlist, John! You might find what you're looking for in terms of fitting a horse to a vehicle there. We'll take your comments onboard for future films about pros and cons of vehicles.
such great wisdom - simple, straight forward, and great to see a young horse getting accustomed to the work. And yes - I appreciate your videos, and communication - but understand so well that one cannot ever learn to train a horse with a video. Nothing can replace good experience and intelligent experience, and an innate ability to read a horse. Thank you
I agree with your training and love your videos. I train in a similar belief that you teach them to want to do the job and not forced as with time pressure would need increased instead you have a horse that wishes to please in the manner you use
My horse would do the same when standing still. It will backup without stopping till we hit something and come to a forcible stop. Shw won't follow orders to walk unless I whip. You guys do a great job. Thanks
Make sure you are releasing the reins so she is not receiving any clue to back up. There are many other reasons this might be a problem, but this is a common one that is hard to break for a driver!
Read an article recently that indicated that stallions in the wild learn self discipline, because of the mares telling them off if they approach in an unwanted fashion. They have to learn to control themselves around mares so they are not getting constantly chased away. The article mentioned that geldings were therefore quicker at picking up on discipline than mares. I read it with the required "grain of salt". Have you noticed any such thing over the years, Barry? I am picking that on average, there is as much variation within the sexes as there is between?
Back in 'the old days' people - and indeed Barry now - would always prefer a gelding for driving as they are more 'predictable'. Not as in their behaviour as such, but more that they are more 'constant' than a mare who is affected by hormone cycles for a good portion of the year. Geldings are often the same personality most days, unless they are unwell or in pain somewhere. Stallions, too, should be properly trained so that they keep their minds on the right job at the right time: 'In harness you pay attention to the driver, not the mares'. Mares can be more assertive with another horse in a pair or team - sometimes causing arguments. This is often between two mares, rather than a mare and a gelding. Apparently, Polo players prefer mares as they aren't 'push overs' on the field and will 'hold their line' better than a gelding! All this being said, you are right when you say there is variation between individuals too. Some mares act much like geldings - our Georgie couldn't do her job if she was not more of the personality of a stallion than a mare! - and some geldings can be just as 'b*tchy' as a mare! Roly was a very dominant gelding in that he would 'tell off' another horse that crowded him or misbehaved, but he would stop if Barry told him not to. A mare may not have been so willing to! TLDR; in general, geldings are preferred for driving, but that isn't a set rule and there are plenty of excellent driving mares (and stallions) out there!
Like the second lad a lot too, but he needs an experienced driver, like Barry. Barry, what were the names of the names of your first horses and how long did you have them? What a lot of sense you talk.
Hi Kate, our arena is about the size of a dressage arena. We then have a slightly bigger area of grass with our bridge and a flat area for cones. Some horses go straight out on the road, rather than into the arena first, actually!
I think you're BRILLIANT, I LOVE your work.
I’ve been binge-watching your videos since I found your channel a couple of months ago, and I’ve LEARNED SO MUCH! I realized how much I’ve been letting my mares get away with little things here and there. I’ve bought a rubber bit and have been really working on being consistent with reinforcing my commands. We’ve been working on the “stand still” command and she is much better while being mounted and dismounted, as well as not walking off until I tell her to.. She is gaited, and I’ve also been working on squaring her gait and maintaining the speed I set her at.. Thanks for reminding me that every ride should be a learning experience.. I truly enjoy your videos and look forward to each one..
Also Barry I’d love a video of you telling us more about your past and your life with horses. 👍
Hi to all at horse drawn promotions please keep safe in these uncertain times Barry take care of yourself the horses can't afford. For you to become unwell best wishes from us all in all Australia Susan
Hi Susan, We're doing OK thanks! We're pretty self-contained on the yard and get plenty of fresh air up and about on the carriages!
This was such a great video ....full of treasures that only Barry can give‼️
I love it when you give us a ‘lecture’....it’s the way we can all gleam some of your experience and knowledge. I have watched every video of yours on RUclips....and learning so much. Thankyou Barry and Rea.
Thank you Barry. Your videos are a valuable resource for me to learn. It seems you like these brothers and why you do is very obvious in the section that shows the trott in slow motion. I have noticed the carriage in this video and like it very much. Your videos about harness were very informative. Please make a video explaining the pros and cons of different driving vehicles and how to fit a vehicle and a particular horse.
Check out our 'How to Harness' playlist, John! You might find what you're looking for in terms of fitting a horse to a vehicle there. We'll take your comments onboard for future films about pros and cons of vehicles.
such great wisdom - simple, straight forward, and great to see a young horse getting accustomed to the work. And yes - I appreciate your videos, and communication - but understand so well that one cannot ever learn to train a horse with a video. Nothing can replace good experience and intelligent experience, and an innate ability to read a horse. Thank you
Excellent video. Thanks
Getting horses in the habit of letting *you* direct their feet is always a good idea.
Wow, that’s a pretty one
I agree with your training and love your videos. I train in a similar belief that you teach them to want to do the job and not forced as with time pressure would need increased instead you have a horse that wishes to please in the manner you use
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My horse would do the same when standing still. It will backup without stopping till we hit something and come to a forcible stop. Shw won't follow orders to walk unless I whip. You guys do a great job. Thanks
Make sure you are releasing the reins so she is not receiving any clue to back up. There are many other reasons this might be a problem, but this is a common one that is hard to break for a driver!
@@barryhook2 very difficult behavior but it has gotten better using the whip and patience. Thank you. Your videos are amazing.
Read an article recently that indicated that stallions in the wild learn self discipline, because of the mares telling them off if they approach in an unwanted fashion. They have to learn to control themselves around mares so they are not getting constantly chased away. The article mentioned that geldings were therefore quicker at picking up on discipline than mares. I read it with the required "grain of salt". Have you noticed any such thing over the years, Barry? I am picking that on average, there is as much variation within the sexes as there is between?
Back in 'the old days' people - and indeed Barry now - would always prefer a gelding for driving as they are more 'predictable'. Not as in their behaviour as such, but more that they are more 'constant' than a mare who is affected by hormone cycles for a good portion of the year. Geldings are often the same personality most days, unless they are unwell or in pain somewhere. Stallions, too, should be properly trained so that they keep their minds on the right job at the right time: 'In harness you pay attention to the driver, not the mares'. Mares can be more assertive with another horse in a pair or team - sometimes causing arguments. This is often between two mares, rather than a mare and a gelding. Apparently, Polo players prefer mares as they aren't 'push overs' on the field and will 'hold their line' better than a gelding! All this being said, you are right when you say there is variation between individuals too. Some mares act much like geldings - our Georgie couldn't do her job if she was not more of the personality of a stallion than a mare! - and some geldings can be just as 'b*tchy' as a mare! Roly was a very dominant gelding in that he would 'tell off' another horse that crowded him or misbehaved, but he would stop if Barry told him not to. A mare may not have been so willing to! TLDR; in general, geldings are preferred for driving, but that isn't a set rule and there are plenty of excellent driving mares (and stallions) out there!
Another great video.... Barry was saying these horses have some growing to do, but how tall are these Cobbs now?
Nice show ..not as big when your standing there beside them.
They look bigger from up on the trap there.
Thanks Barry ..
Hi Barry, I'm interest in knowing how much you use the breaks on your vehicle please?
Like the second lad a lot too, but he needs an experienced driver, like Barry. Barry, what were the names of the names of your first horses and how long did you have them? What a lot of sense you talk.
Beau cheval et exenlent meneur
how big is your training arena? and how do you know the horse is ready to move out of the yard onto road work?
Hi Kate, our arena is about the size of a dressage arena. We then have a slightly bigger area of grass with our bridge and a flat area for cones. Some horses go straight out on the road, rather than into the arena first, actually!
Maybe a dumb question , but can you rig a harness where a horse could gallop pulling a chariot also a team??
How many hands high are these lovely horses??
About 13hh in these videos - but only just 4 years old and 'croup high' so still some growing left in them.
barryhook2 Ok thanks for the reply, it’s so nice to see a true horseman like Barry working with these special animals! Keep up the great work!
Isnt he napping on the way back?
I'd take the first cob home with me.
Spell check sorry the word was little nipper