Here’s how to help your horse kick the kicking habit
You can teach any horse that the easiest thing to do is to kick. Equally, you can teach any horse that the easiest thing to do is stand and hold his leg still for you.
Read moreYou can teach any horse that the easiest thing to do is to kick. Equally, you can teach any horse that the easiest thing to do is stand and hold his leg still for you.
Read moreYour horse is never bad or naughty. He only ever does what he sees as being easiest.
Read moreStraightness means that your horse is relaxed and confident and moving forward with an even bend through his body.
Read moreTrailer loading a horse should never be a confrontation, writes Neil Davies.
Read moreSaying a horse lacks respect is blaming your horse instead of yourself.
Read moreThe older the horse, the more difficult gaining his trust becomes.
Read moreThe problem with many bits, is that they apply far too much pressure, writes Neil Davies.
Read morePeople often describe how their horse feels when they’re riding.
Read moreWhen a horse pulls back, his head and poll are subjected to severe pressure.
Read moreA huge amount of skill and experience is needed to deal with problem horses.
Read moreMany trainers apply pressure when the horse has no idea how to find relief.
Read moreHorses don’t know or care what you think is good or bad.
Read moreMany people own horses that are dangerous and unsuitable for them.
Read moreUnfortunately, you can’t tell a horse to forget what he’s already learned.
Read more“I believe round yards of any size are unsuitable for handling horses.”
Read moreDon’t get angry and frustrated if you can’t catch your horse. And never, ever chase him.
Read moreThere are no secret magic powers when it comes to training horses.
Read moreGaining confidence is better than adopting the “stop and look” method.
Read moreHorses aren’t born knowing that they must walk calmly alongside you.
Read moreEverything you ever want to do with your horse relies on moving forward, not backwards.
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