When encountered with a training problem, never try to just force the issue. Instead, step back, take a deep breath and dare to be dorky. Finding a clean slate where you can work on the problem without triggering the flight or fight response in your horse will create trust that overcomes the problem. Shown here, instead of fighting Worland to let me touch her muzzle, finding that clean slate made all the difference.
Posted on: Wed, 01 Oct 2014 20:40:17 +0000