it to think. It’s normal for a horse to rush through so don’t be discouraged. Just be patient and ask it to navigate the obstacle again until it walks in a safe manner.
This method is the best way to prepare your horse for the trail because it will build boldness and confidence.
As this occurs and when the horse can walk over the logs or through the obstacles without incident, then it’s time to ride. Practice riding a few times before hitting the trail and you’ll be able to enjoy the beauty of the trial ride.
I should point out that another method I like to use is to pony a horse. However, that takes a seasoned and trustworthy horse in addition to riding and rope skills. Ponying is great because some horses are very good at instilling confidence in another horse while being led from the other horse. By ponying the horse and presenting it to various obstacles you can also build a trail horse that’s a joy and safe to ride.
Happy Trails and Bolender Blessings.
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Your goal is to have the horse relax and think and become your partner.
Most horses will rush through an obstacle in an unsafe manner, and that’s potentially dangerous for both handler and horse. That’s why it’s important to start with simple obstacles and build up to the more difficult ones. If the horse rushes through, stop it and ask it to think. It’s normal for a horse to rush through so don’t be discouraged. Just be patient and ask it to navigate the obstacle again until it walks in a safe manner.
This method is the best way to prepare your horse for the trail because it will build boldness and confidence.
As this occurs and when the horse can walk over the logs or through the obstacles without incident, then it’s time to ride. Practice riding a few times before hitting the trail and you’ll be able to enjoy the beauty of the trial ride.
I should point out that another method I like to use is to pony a horse. However, that takes a seasoned and trustworthy horse in addition to riding and rope skills. Ponying is great because some horses are very good at instilling confidence in another horse while being led from the other horse. By ponying the horse and presenting it to various obstacles you can also build a trail horse that’s a joy and safe to ride.
Happy Trails and Bolender Blessings.
With the obstacles in place, start training from the ground. Practice riding a few times before hitting the trail.