by Michelle | Nov 20, 2011 | Problem Solving
This is a great drill if you find your horse is crowding the first barrel and one who starts the turn too soon. It will keep him listening to you on the way to first instead of pushing on you looking for the turn. How: On the way to first – pick your horse up...
by Michelle | Nov 20, 2011 | Problem Solving
This is a great drill to apply if your horse has a tendency to drop his shoulder and or he wants to cut in. It will help a horse that gets on his front end too much and help you gain control. How: Do a reverse arc away from the barrel (precisely where you feel him...
by Michelle | Nov 20, 2011 | Problem Solving
Here is a drill you can use if you have problems with your horse forgetting to rate or slicing and shouldering his barrels. It will help him stay working on his hind end while staying supple. How: Approach the barrel, stop at your rate point. Pick your horse up and...
by Michelle | Nov 20, 2011 | Training
Perfect circles are the start of perfect turns. Being able to work different sized circles on command shows control and maneuverability. This is one great drill to use with young horses and to challenge your seasoned horses at a different level. This one also has a...
by Michelle | Nov 20, 2011 | Foundation
This is a fundamental drill and many drills require a horse to know how to move away from pressure. It makes your horse more maneuverable and responsive. How: Lift your horses’ shoulder with the left rein while applying pressure to the left side of the neck. ...
