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Hi Kelly and Welcome! Great to hear, thank you!

Hi Jordan! I did a few different things. For one, she has EPM and that's what caused the atrophy. Putting her on meds for that helped and the significant changes (in front of our eyes) came from 3 acupuncture treatments and energy work.

Hi Equine and Welcome! Yes, I remember being taught some of those techniques, never the biting. The problem is in the mechanics, meaning it's pure force, pain, that's stopping the horse and that only works for so long before the horse gets smarter and stronger. What I'm showing (and teaching) in this video is how to get the horse's mind (focus) and trust as well as conditioning them to stop with certain cues, think stop. In the end we want a horse that responds to the subtlest, lightest, of aids.

@@TaoofHorsemanship Yes but at times you're on someone else's horse. I was caring for a young (5yr) thoroughbred while it's owner was gone. 1 day day riding it, something spooked it, off it went. I used the circle method. It works. Plus some horses aren't logical when scared. It's pure instinct. Run. Depends on the horse.

​@@equine2020 Hi! Bending to a stop works most of the time, however you're only reacting versus being proactive, teaching your horse to pay attention to you, the subtlety of your cues. This does take time and education, knowing the building blocks. In the end it is so worth it because it builds so much trust and connection and communication. You can of course practice on a horse that you lease, take lessons, and ride once a week. it will just take time. Horses are so smart and when they connect to positive learning experiences they learn quickly and don't forget.

@@TaoofHorsemanship I've been in the horse world since 5yrs old. Over 50yrs. Back then there was " no bend" method. As I've only had to use the circling once, on a strange horse, I'm comfortable with either of the ones I learned. As an experienced rider/jumper my horses don't misbehave, or I can calm them down. They're professionals. And I was trained by professionals. But you're not talking to an amateur. I've been in various situations with horse. I know their intelligence. Pls don't talk down to me. I always work with my horses. We do trust each other. For jumping, trust is #1. My life I s 24/7 horse, not a weekend back yard rider. I fox hunt. And more.

@@TaoofHorsemanship So explain bending. On narrow trails how do you bend a horse.

Hi Equine and Welcome! Great to hear, thanks for sharing!

Hi and Welcome! I am located in Dunnellon FL (Ocala area). Please visit my website for more info www.taoofhorsemanship.com/. Please email me for any help, Caroline@taoofhorsemanship.com

Hi Graevyan and Welcome! Fantastic! I look forward to seeing you in the comments!

Hi Kris and Welcome! Thanks so much! Here is my website if you'd like to learn more www.taoofhorsemanship.com/.

Nice to hear, thanks for your support!

Hi Deborah and Welcome! It all depends, meaning, some OTTB's are stuck on adrenaline when they come off the track and trained to react to any stimulation. This makes re-training challenging for both the horse and human because the horse is so reactive. And, there are those OTTB's who were trained differently for racing and are able to remain in their paraympathetic nervous system (PNS) of calm, rest and relaxation. Which one is yours? Knowing his behaviors will help you gauge how to begin with him. In regards to connecting with him, there's a lot you can do without moving him around. To begin with, you can practice meditation in his space, close enough for him to feel your nervous system (PNS) so he can get into the frequency. I have written quite a few blogs about how I teach connection, please check them out and let me know how it goes www.taoofhorsemanship.com/natural-horsemanship-blog.

Hi Roxanne and Welcome! Please click here to view the pad www.mcpcustomleather.com/macstore/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=95. Should you purchase, please select TAO OF HORSEMANSHIP at checkout and under REFERRED BY. Thank you!

Hi Nina and Welcome! Thanks so much! Please click here to join my video library where I have all 5 months of Mateo (and other horses) weekly progress videos www.taoofhorsemanship.com/horse-training-holistic-videos.

Hi Dana and Welcome! Thanks for letting me know about the links. They have been updated and work now. You can order the pads directly from the manufacturers website www.mcpcustomleather.com/macstore/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=95. MacPherson is currently undergoing changes so please email Donny dmfwebsales@gmail.com when you purchase just to make sure the order goes through. Thank you and enjoy! They are the best pads! Warmly, Caroline

Hi Epona and Welcome! Yes you are correct, thanks for the clarification. Good quality ones, like the one in this video are 1/4" Double Braid Polyester: This rope makes a soft halter (Parelli type). It is flexible but not flimsy. It makes a great halter for training, "every day" use like leading and and wearing under a bridle. A halter made with this rope will be less aggressive than one made with the stiffer cords.

Hi Sam and Welcome! I'm sorry you perceive me as hitting my horse. If I was hitting him like you say, he would be scared of me and show visible signs of fearing me such as being head shy. When used correctly, the whip is a wonderful communciation tool and powerful guide, guide the body and the movement. Horses like Zor, in this video, need a leader who is fair, compassionate, clear and has follow through. Follow through is what teaches horses and kids responsibility and how to make good choices. If I don't help Zor the way I am helping him, he will never get over his fear, nor will he trust me enough to try and work through his fear.

@@TaoofHorsemanship No I have just said that you were like a lady teacher, Lady teachers also normally hits her students for their own good just like you. You are also a teacher for this horse. My elder sister is also a teacher like you who uses whips on her horse. but she also loves her horse like you.

Hi Megan and Welcome! I can definitely help you and your lovely Arab mare. When horses react they are in their sympathetic nervous system, their self-preservation modes of freeze, fight and flight. The key is getting them back into their parasympathetic nervous system so they can feel safe, relax, connect to us and learn. I teach this in my online courses and in person. In regards to your mare acting differently when she is in heat, she is a female and like us mares are individuals who experience different menstrual cycles. I feel sorry for her mood swings and physical signs of pain and discomfort. You can talk to your vet about this and they can prescribe a hormone balancer. If you would like to discuss how my method can help please email me Caroline@taoofhorsemanship.com.

Hi Foodie and Welcome! so great to hear how much you and your Arab are flourishing following my method. I only use a saddle pad, or half pad, under my bareback pad if I need more cushion between me and and a high withered horse. Some horses, like my mare in this video, prefers a pad. She is more sensitive to the leather billets against her skin. Just pay attention to how they receive, respond, to the equipment. If you need help learning how to put the pad on I can help you through a long distance coaching call and show you with my horse. Please click here to sign up www.taoofhorsemanship.com/natural-horsemanship-coaching.

@@TaoofHorsemanship thank you so much! My Arabian has very high withers and with his saddle I had a thicker high quality wool pad. I do think that a little pad underneath would be helpful for his comfort. Thank you again.

Hi Hidden Buddha! Thank you💖🐴🌟

Hi Rachael and Welcome! I too love Arabs and am so grateful for their teachings. They are so intelligent, emotionally, socially and physiologically (nervous system). Because of their acute intelligence they don't respond well to traditional handling or training, this includes any training that is too mechanical, repetitive, forceful. And, yes, due to their blood lines (they are the original bloodline, all horses come from the Arabian) and centuries of being treated like a human (they lived with the bedouin families for centuries and were considered part of their family) they understand humans. This is why they 'frustrate" most people. They are too smart and demand respect. Their acute intelligence and nervous system is what makes them appear over reactive or spooky. When you appreciate their qualities and work with them in a way that works best for them, they can get as quiet, calm and confident as any other horse. If you want to learn more about how I develop, train, horses please check out my website www.taoofhorsemanship.com/. I am offering a free 7-day course about my method and how it works for any horse.

Hi Victoria and Welcome! I'm all about buying a custom fit saddle for horses. I thought I mentioned that in this video, sorry if I didn't. Most folks can't afford them though. I do not recommend riding bareback, rather in a bareback pad. The pads I use and recommend are a perfect fit for both horse and rider. I've worked with thousands of horses in my time, all breeds, conditions etc and have never injured their backs riding them in the bareback pad I recommend. You have to learn how to balance yourself of course, distribute your weight correctly and position yourself so you are sitting on your balance point.

Hi Kitty and Welcome! Great to hear, thank you.

Hi Danielle and Welcome! Alan MacPherson passed away the other year and it looks like the company has taken down access to their products www.mcpcustomleather.com/macstore/pc/msg.asp?message=83, however, you might be able to email them? Please let me know how you make out, Caroline@taoofhorsemanship.com.

Hi Naunette! I'm so sorry to hear about your accident! I wish you speedy recovery. I have a very comprehensive and proven online training program for both horses and humans, it's called MasteryMembership Relationship, Ground & Riding Foundation Program. Every horse on my channel (including thousands more) have been rehabilitated, developed, started and finished (upper levels and performance) using my program. It is designed to develop your horsemanship while you develop your horse. This is your answer, through and through. Please click here for details www.taoofhorsemanship.com/horse-riding-holistic-program and email me directly should you like to schedule a Zoom session to discuss further. www.taoofhorsemanship.com/horse-riding-holistic-program