Moving your horse's feet is one of the basics of equine training. Here are some guidelines.
Training to direct your horse to move in different routes is also a prospect to gain the horse's reverence. Equines need to recognize their position in the herd and they are either the follower or the leader. As a horseman, you certainly want the role of the leader and your equine as the follower. Accomplish this while doing groundwork and by moving your equine.
By nature, the equine as a herd animal will instinctively follow a dominant presence---and that is what we refer to as the Alpha equine. When a horse is with you, the animal operates in the same principle and it only responds accordingly in your ability to establish yourself as the leader. It all starts on the ground and how you demonstrate your leadership. Let it be clear, if the equine does not respect you on the ground, it will not respect you on the saddle.
Always keep in mind, "Whoever moves first is the loser!"
The equine is sensitive to know if you are the one following the equine's demands and vice versa. When the horse perceives that it is the one that moves your feet, it progressively establishes itself as the leader. Make it a point that you are the one that direct your horse's movement and not the other way around. This is vital to achieve your horse training.
Some tips in making your equine move its feet
* Have a spacious training area. A pen is great place to do it. Also be certain that the surface is flat and void of any unnecessary obstacles and distractions. Remember: Safety first.
* Both trainer and the horse should have their minds in a good place. A positive vibe can go a long way when training.
* Understand the proper way to communicate with your equine. At this point, body positioning, signals, and motion are the most crucial variables. Learn where you want to position your self in relation to the equine. Realize where to place pressure to get the horse moving to direction you desire. Using aids like a whip or a stick may be a good idea. You don't use tools to hit the animal; the whip is just an extension of your energy.
* Understand the pressure and reward concept. Give rewards every time the equine does your desired goal.
* Voice commands can be helpful as well but focus on your body language.
* Master how to "hook-up". This is an excellent way to stop the horse from motion and it also establishes respect.
* Always be sensitive with the horse's feelings. Don't push too hard when the equine is already showing signs of boredom, anxiety, and exhaustion.Always be sensitive with the equine's feelings. Don't push too hard when the equine is already showing signs of boredom, anxiety, and exhaustion.
* Learn the "hooking up" technique. You can effectively make the horse to stop moving with this technique.
Always keep in mind, groundwork is often taken by the horse as a time of getting into play with you. However, on the other hand, this is a great time to work on yourself as a equine trainer.
Training to direct your horse to move in different routes is also a prospect to gain the horse's reverence. Equines need to recognize their position in the herd and they are either the follower or the leader. As a horseman, you certainly want the role of the leader and your equine as the follower. Accomplish this while doing groundwork and by moving your equine.
By nature, the equine as a herd animal will instinctively follow a dominant presence---and that is what we refer to as the Alpha equine. When a horse is with you, the animal operates in the same principle and it only responds accordingly in your ability to establish yourself as the leader. It all starts on the ground and how you demonstrate your leadership. Let it be clear, if the equine does not respect you on the ground, it will not respect you on the saddle.
Always keep in mind, "Whoever moves first is the loser!"
The equine is sensitive to know if you are the one following the equine's demands and vice versa. When the horse perceives that it is the one that moves your feet, it progressively establishes itself as the leader. Make it a point that you are the one that direct your horse's movement and not the other way around. This is vital to achieve your horse training.
Some tips in making your equine move its feet
* Have a spacious training area. A pen is great place to do it. Also be certain that the surface is flat and void of any unnecessary obstacles and distractions. Remember: Safety first.
* Both trainer and the horse should have their minds in a good place. A positive vibe can go a long way when training.
* Understand the proper way to communicate with your equine. At this point, body positioning, signals, and motion are the most crucial variables. Learn where you want to position your self in relation to the equine. Realize where to place pressure to get the horse moving to direction you desire. Using aids like a whip or a stick may be a good idea. You don't use tools to hit the animal; the whip is just an extension of your energy.
* Understand the pressure and reward concept. Give rewards every time the equine does your desired goal.
* Voice commands can be helpful as well but focus on your body language.
* Master how to "hook-up". This is an excellent way to stop the horse from motion and it also establishes respect.
* Always be sensitive with the horse's feelings. Don't push too hard when the equine is already showing signs of boredom, anxiety, and exhaustion.Always be sensitive with the equine's feelings. Don't push too hard when the equine is already showing signs of boredom, anxiety, and exhaustion.
* Learn the "hooking up" technique. You can effectively make the horse to stop moving with this technique.
Always keep in mind, groundwork is often taken by the horse as a time of getting into play with you. However, on the other hand, this is a great time to work on yourself as a equine trainer.
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