Horse Master How To "Get it Straight" Helping a frustrated rider find the right bit and cue her horse to move straight ahead By Julie Goodnight In the Horse Master episode we named “Get it Straight,” master bit maker, Dale Myler, joined me to help a horse and her frustrated rider move ahead with relaxation—and without a constant fight as the horse yanked the reins out of the … [Read more...]
Issues From The Saddle: Understanding Pressure
Question Category: Issues from the Saddle Question: How do you know how much pressure a horse needs to respond to your cues and directions? Answer: From observing any given riding session, on any given day, one is sure to see a rider leaning relentlessly on a horse's mouth, thumping a horse's sides or asking too much, too often and too quickly from their loyal … [Read more...]
