Saddling up
Dec 5, 2001 -
© Sally White
as much your enemy as the horse's: if he thinks he has a lion on his back, your attempts to train him are unlikely to be his first priority! The trick is to convince him that it's not a lion but a pussycat - and just as comfortable, friendly and benign to have around.
For more on the best way to introduce tack for the first time:
Tales from the Horse's Mouth: Part One"
and:
Tales from the Horse's Mouth: Part Two
and for more on choosing tack and equipment:
So Much To Buy, So Little Time!
The copyright of the article Saddling up in Young Horses/Foals is owned by Sally White. Permission to republish Saddling up in print or online must be granted by the author in writing.
Articles in this Topic
Discussions in this Topic
Latest Articles