Happy New Year !!
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It
is going to be a great year for you to reach all of your horsekeeping and training
goals. To help you along, Richard and I are continuing with the Sherlock series.
On
the Way to the Arena Sherlock Meets the Flag
After
riding Sherlock a few times in the round pen, Richard was ready to introduce him
to working in a larger space. This would allow Sherlock to move out in longer,
freer strides. Forward motion is one of the first goals in training a young horse
and you will rely on it for everything else you will teach your horse.
So,
Richard saddled and bridled Sherlock. With a rope halter and lead under the bridle,
leading is more effective and easier to do correctly than leading with only a
bridle.
Richard started to lead Sherlock
to the arena, but that new route took them past the flag pole. It was a windy
day but Richard is not one to avoid working a horse in adverse conditions. In
fact, he'd probably choose a windy day or hail storm ! He wants his horse to get
used to everything. Read
more...
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