Horse Training Techniques Vary Depending On Goals
In the first two years of life, it is a good idea to allow the horse training preparations to start. This means allowing the animal to get to know the owner and interact with him in a friendly way. Next it can be introduced to the halter, bridle and saddle, equipment that is called tack. The halter is placed over the head and has a ring where a lead rope can be attached.
You may choose to use a Martingale rather than a bit. This is a piece of tack that guides the animal by placing pressure on its nose. If he is responsive, that may be the tack to use instead of the harsher metal bit in the mouth. Take your time in getting him used to either device.
Brush his coat thoroughly paying special attention to the back. Then cover the back with a saddle blanket, a saddle pad and finally, the saddle. Start out using the lightest saddle possible. This weight on his back will be a foreign feeling and might take some getting used to. Speak to him in a soft, soothing voice at the first sign of resistance.
Some breeds, the Lippizan for one, mature more slowly. Training and riding are started at a later age for them. Unfortunately, some owners of bridles for sale believe in having no interaction with the equine until time to start riding. When they begin the process and expect to be able to ride overnight it has a detrimental effect on the animal.
These noble animals are trained for many equestrian activities, contests and performances. Some breeds are more suited to one activity than another. The large breeds, the Percheron and Clydesdale are large, husky animals, strong enough to pull circus wagons and stage coaches. They will be trained to harness and driving.
The equine intended to be ridden strictly for pleasure will still need to know the basics of how to respond to signals, both spoken and communicated through the reins. The Western style bridle has a single rein attached to each side of the bit or Martingale. The rider holds both in his left hand.
One challenging competition is the barrel racing event in a rodeo or Western show. Three barrels are set up in a cloverleaf pattern. The horse is trained to circle each barrel and then run at full speed back over the finish line. A quarter horse is most suited to this race. He can manage short bursts of speed from a stopped position and can turn on a dime. The rider will take him around the barrels without tipping one over and make it back across the finish line in the fastest time.
The rules include not tipping a barrel over. The goal is to cross the finish line in the shortest possible time. Horse training for this event takes patience, skill and a significant length of time. Start by taking him slowly through the cloverleaf pattern. The goal is to progressively shorten the time it takes to finish because fastest time wins.
You may choose to use a Martingale rather than a bit. This is a piece of tack that guides the animal by placing pressure on its nose. If he is responsive, that may be the tack to use instead of the harsher metal bit in the mouth. Take your time in getting him used to either device.
Brush his coat thoroughly paying special attention to the back. Then cover the back with a saddle blanket, a saddle pad and finally, the saddle. Start out using the lightest saddle possible. This weight on his back will be a foreign feeling and might take some getting used to. Speak to him in a soft, soothing voice at the first sign of resistance.
Some breeds, the Lippizan for one, mature more slowly. Training and riding are started at a later age for them. Unfortunately, some owners of bridles for sale believe in having no interaction with the equine until time to start riding. When they begin the process and expect to be able to ride overnight it has a detrimental effect on the animal.
These noble animals are trained for many equestrian activities, contests and performances. Some breeds are more suited to one activity than another. The large breeds, the Percheron and Clydesdale are large, husky animals, strong enough to pull circus wagons and stage coaches. They will be trained to harness and driving.
The equine intended to be ridden strictly for pleasure will still need to know the basics of how to respond to signals, both spoken and communicated through the reins. The Western style bridle has a single rein attached to each side of the bit or Martingale. The rider holds both in his left hand.
One challenging competition is the barrel racing event in a rodeo or Western show. Three barrels are set up in a cloverleaf pattern. The horse is trained to circle each barrel and then run at full speed back over the finish line. A quarter horse is most suited to this race. He can manage short bursts of speed from a stopped position and can turn on a dime. The rider will take him around the barrels without tipping one over and make it back across the finish line in the fastest time.
The rules include not tipping a barrel over. The goal is to cross the finish line in the shortest possible time. Horse training for this event takes patience, skill and a significant length of time. Start by taking him slowly through the cloverleaf pattern. The goal is to progressively shorten the time it takes to finish because fastest time wins.
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