Tutorials -
Ground Skills
Putting the Halter on
Quick Release Knot
1) Length of lead to the horse should be enough for the horse to raise their head but not enough to get their leg over the rope.
2) Quality sailing rope is best with as it weathers well , is strong & good to handle.
Clips or buckles do break.
3)Never reach into the knot as you are tying it !!!
It’s very unsafe !!
Rugging Your Horse
Rug off -
1) Belly bands
2) Neck rug
3) Chest straps
4) Hind leg straps
Rug on -
1) Hind leg straps
2) Chest straps
3) Neck rug
4) Belly bands
Picking up Hooves
Bridling Your Horse
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A smear of molasses can help your horse enjoy taking the bit. A great idea for beginners or anyone having bitting issues with their horse
How to safely gather your lunge lead
Lay the lunge lead over your hand rather than roll it around your hand so that
if the horse pulls on the lead it cannot tighten around your hand and trap you in rope.
This is very easy to practice even without the horse.
