Horse riders will of course see saddle training as the ultimate goal, but first it’s necessary to complete the groundwork. Before riding, your horse will need to be led to where you will tack up. You can’t begin to teach point B if you’ve not first mastered how to get there from point A. The [...]
Bonding with your horse will allow you to learn and respond to his feelings and reactions in different situations. Over time you will learn his body language. A calm and resonsive manner is a sign of a happy horse. He will keep a low head, relaxed jaw and have soft eyes. A horse when happy [...]
Training cannot begin if you have not first tried to catch the horse. When you first attempt this you may be surprised at how frustrating it can in fact be. This is the most important step in horse training. This is when the foundation of trust will be laid. It is important to remember the [...]
Horses are very sensitive creatures who demand our undivided attention and loving care. It’s not enough to only provide the bare necessities like food, shelter and whatever healthcare your horse insurance policy will cover. Like us, they also need to feel a bit special, and the little extra love will go a long way.
Horses are [...]
When training horses it is important to remember the three p's - patience, persistence and positive reinforcement. Before undertaking the rewarding task of teaching your horse to do what is desired, you must understand these basics. Following these basic tips will provide the foundations of a great relationship between horse and rider.
Let's start with patience, [...]
Learning to ride a horse isn’t easy. There are so many things that you need to remember and they aren’t always related to the horse. Always ensure that you have the correct clothing and a helmet that fits properly before you start. Then you are ready to continue with the rest.
How to correctly mount a [...]
