For a little fun and something different play the Join up game.
Get your horse out and lead it to the round pen.
Cue your horse to walk around the pen twice each way.
Now trot him twice each way, turn away from you.
Walk again, twice each way.
Now Trot him 4 or 5 times around, turn away from you.
Trot 4 or 5 times the other way.
Things to watch for, licking lips, chewing, sighing.Head down, watching you.
Stop.
Walk up and pet him, turn and walk away.
If he follows work on forward, back, turning to left and right. do this on both sides, with no lead.
If he looses his focus, send him around again a couple of times, each way.
This is great for every horse, helps him to trust and pay attention to you.
Especially good for showmanship horses. Gets them to want to be with you.
Always end on a good note, and have a Safe and fun time.
About Me
- Horsesbygumm
- I have been Training horses for over 25 years. I love training and have learned so much from every horse that I have worked with. I train Horses to be quiet and responsive. I use Natural Horsemanship methods. Ask and reward for even the smallest try. I love to train owners to be their own trainer. This is the best for both the horse and you as you can take the time that a trainer can not afford to and Do it right, slow and gentle.
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