The Unhandled Horse – part 1
In this video we cover beginning halter training and initial groundwork for a young/unhandled horse who had learned a few bad habits.
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Videos
Video Description
Bending On Both Ends
Many horses hold a lot of tension, ticklishness or reactivity in the hind quarters and tail head. In this video we discuss a few ways for them to relax and turn loose in both ends at the same time.
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Ground Driving
In this video we explore the techniques of ground driving, how to prepare your horse and the purposes and goals behind this approach. This can be a helpful tool in the starting process for any horse – but is particularly helpful for nervous horses that have trouble accepting a persons position above/behind their blind spot or changing eyes. Done correctly, this can help a horse learn to follow the rein with flexion throughout his body.
**Horses, horse activities and horse training can all be extremely dangerous. Although horses can appear calm and passive animals, horses can be unpredictable and dangerous at times. Do not attempt any of these training demonstrations without proper supervision, safety equipment and proper facilities. Neither True West Horsemanship Ltd, Ben Longwell nor its/their employees, agents and producers of this video are liable or responsible for any injury(ies) or loss resulting from these exercises and demonstrations for horse and horse training activities contained herein.
The Cowboy Caveson
A specific, effective technique for addressing incorrect lateral flexion, often referred to as a “cold jaw”. By changing the way the direct feel operates, this unique approach can help change old habits or establish correct bend.
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Groundwork Series #4
In this 4 part video series we tackle some of the elements of establishing a solid partnership with your horse through foundational groundwork! Foundational groundwork is also the place to work through if your horse has any ‘holes’ in their training or any problems that need addressing.
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Groundwork Series #3
In this 4 part video series we tackle some of the elements of establishing a solid partnership with your horse through foundational groundwork! Foundational groundwork is also the place to work through if your horse has any ‘holes’ in their training or any problems that need addressing.
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End With The Bend
This concept helps lay the foundation for connection through addressing the physical, mental and emotional state of your horse. It can be used to address loss of focus and/or brace, provide variety in the groundwork and establish the importance of following through with flexion.
Groundwork Series #2
In this 4 part video series we tackle some of the elements of establishing a solid partnership with your horse through foundational groundwork! Foundational groundwork is also the place to work through if your horse has any ‘holes’ in their training or any problems that need addressing.
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Groundwork Series #1
In this 4 part video series we tackle some of the elements of establishing a solid partnership with your horse through foundational groundwork! Foundational groundwork is also the place to work through if your horse has any ‘holes’ in their training or any problems that need addressing.
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Introducing Obstacles
In this video we work through the process of introducing a horse to a new obstacles (in this instant – a bridge – but the same principals apply to any new obstacle). We take 2 different horses through the same process, so you can see each of their response. To make this a successful experience for your horse, always have a solid foundation in groundwork, communication and ridden basics (for more info see videos in groundwork and ridden work series).
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