This is a lesson for all with this extremely gentle, quiet and understanding of the sensitivities of all horse's. True horsemanship. Beautiful to see. Little talk but saying so much.
A lot of it is the breed! Icelandic horses are very friendly with humans. They can be very sharp for riding though. Also, Icelandics are trained slower because they mature slower - they are full-grown at 7 years.
I love that term “wild to willing”. I hate when people say “I broke him to ride” or “I broke him to drive”. I prefer to say “I backed him” etc so I’ll be adding wild to willing to that list too 😃
I will simply say - give the horse what you want to get in return. Be gentle and respectfull and never forget to communicate in the horses own language. If you act gentle and show respect that is exactly what you will get in return - something we can clearly see here. I love how this will help more people, equestrian and non-equestrian alike, to understand how important it is to give things time!
It's really kind of amazing. After i watched the first video in Iceland i did the breathing thing and really paid attention to my own tension when I was riding and from then until now I have a completely different horse. He's so much more relaxed and content, doesn't spook as much at all. Crazy.
All three of these vlogs have been magical, I have started to be aware of my own breath and energy around my horse and it definitely helps. Also I just find watching super relaxing, would love to see you go back again 😍
What an amazing man! How gentle and kind! An inspirational video Meg of how horsemanship can and should be done ❤ thank you for sharing such amazing videos with us, loved them all 😊
What a fabulous set of films. Have loved them all. Have wanted to visit Iceland and ride the horses for a long time. Maybe I will! Thanks to you all. 🐴❤️
I will NOT be surprised to see you end up with a lovely Icelandic Horse in your herd!! This series of videos have been amazing to help me with Niska. Not just to help guide with how to work with her, but also to give me a bit of confidence that I am actually doing things 'right'. Niska needs that gentle, low energy approach due to her history. It's what I've been trying to do, and have subscribed to his channel too :-)
Wow just wow. Not only horses but hadur shows us lessons for everyday life. There’s a lot made of not been dominate with dogs but this is showing the dominant and feminine just showing there’s nothing to be scared follow me. Incredible can’t wait to see how you use this with your furballs.
That was actually a bit emotional for me. Seeing the gentle bond he was building. Just epic! ii cant wait for you to go back in 2 years time to see how her journey has progressed. He definitely loves his horses
This brings back memories. One of my horses was not a fan of being caught, and I was not a fan of taking feed out to lure him in. So I used to crouch down and pretend to be looking at something interesting. He always came to see what I was looking at. Horses come when curious or they see you are no threat to them. This is good horsemanship. Natural horsemanship. If you listen to your instincts, it becomes logical.
Thank you Meg and Pete, and of course, a BIG thanks to Mr. Iceland. It's so inspirational to have someone show you a better way to work with your horse as an authentic leader. I've tried the breathing and the results are amazing.
It’s is absolutely amazing how these ponies can sense leadership with breathing and body language! I love this series in Iceland, I can’t believe how the horses can go from a wild herd in a field to being super calm in the arena ❤
Such an amazing adventure and education, it's as though time was standing so very still and you could almost feel the incredible love and respect exuding from all involved
Loved this video and how Mr. Iceland works with his horses! If the horse behaves in a way your don’t like, look at yourself instead of the horse. Much respect for this!! ❤
Aww the foals at the end were so interested in what you were doing 😂I’ve loved this small series of Icelandic ponies it’s so interesting how different horses are trained there to in England it’s a massive difference
Your videos of Iceland are amazing, absolutely stunning, they took my breath away! I know I will never be able to visit- but your videos made me feel like I Was There! ❤ Thank you for taking me along on your journey! The horses were so unique and I loved the insight he shared with us 👍♥️
This has definitely increased my already strong enthusiasm for going to Iceland and I would definitely want to go to this exact farm because Mr. Iceland knows what's up. Even just watching this was a cool, educational experience, full of insight that I will use in my own riding.
I have always found you to be gentle and very much working with the horses in your care but it's still nice to see you being so open to improving further and maybe tweaking what you already do. Lovely energy :)
Thank you so much for sharing this and the wonderful Icelandic horses. I've been lucky enough to ride a Icelandic and experience the wonderful nature of this breed. My yearling Highland lives out with a herd of Icelandics and I'm hoping their excellent nature rubs off on her. Having a fell pony already who was born on the fell and comes from generations of fells who live a natural life its important to me that my highland youngster also learns and maintains a level headed attitude and the sure-footed movement that you cannot get when youngsters are kept in the modern way here in the UK
Cannot tell you how excited I was when I saw the opening shot of the first part and realised you were in Iceland, I've been a bit obsessed with the place since the Holuhraun eruption in 2014 and knew where you were immediately. Loved every video, the whole experience looks incredible and I need to do some saving now, you've inspired me to get off my butt and get over there :) x
What a breathtaking experience Meg. Thankyou for taking us along on this. I’ve always admired Icelandic horses, and this just makes me want to visit Iceland even more one day 😍 I’d better get saving, it’s a long way from Australia 😂
Hi Meg, a truly unforgettable vlogmas series. I have so enjoyed these vlogs but must admit that the Iceland one's are my favourite. Can I just say a big thank you to Pete for some stunning camera work. Your video's have grown so much in this last year and since your journey on You Tube began I remember your very first vlog, one that you were not sure you were going to post. How far have you come. Magical vlogs Meg congratulations on the very best vlogmas of 2022. Lots of love Jill. Birmingham. U.K. XXXXXXXXX
hopefully people that watched this series have learned a different approach to training & being around horses. it shouldn’t be a forced approach, rather a gentle- u speaking horse by body language approach. it’s so much better for the horses & you will have a better relationship & behavior from your horse because of that ❤😊❤
This is true, but also we should keep in mind that Icelandic horses are naturally more docile than many other horse breeds due to their being no predators in Iceland. So other breeds might need more patience to have the same result.
I so enjoyed these videos. I have done one riding tour in Iceland and will be there for a horse round up in a month and can’t wait. It is such an amazing experience to ride with the herd!
This has been a remarkable series...learning a whole new style of training and riding. You will soon have some babies to work with using his style. Thanks for sharing.
Great horsemanship,and such beautiful horses.one of my horses comes also from Iceland and I recognise the gentleness also here.totally in love with them❤
Was not expecting this one. Thoroughly enjoyed!!! Learnt a lot. Have looked at the website but I fear at nearly 9' I'm a little too big for these horses. Looking forward to your next VLOG in the New Year that starts tomorrow.
The breathing and respectful gentleness is beautiful to see (and learn!). I know Icelandics are on the smaller side, but this mare is so tiny compared to Hordur. Is he super tall or is she very small?
Very good! Only, what was put on the mare's head is a halter, not a mask. I first thought he was going to blindfold her! Very relieved that this is not so. Yes, Icelandic horses are usually not fully trained till their are five years old. Their bodies need that time to mature to full strength. They are also quite long-lived, so one can have such a horse for a very long time after the initial wait. My very favourite breed!
Mask will just be a translation of the Icelandic word 😊 Yes! They are long lived because of the time they are given to fully grow. Unfortunately this does not happen with enough breeds
I really enjoyed this series and not just because I like gaited horses. These horses are very lucky to have their own gentle viking. He is so calm, gentle and knowledgeable with the horses. Going on a horse vacation to Iceland has always been on my bucket list. Now I know exactly where!
@@elphick.event.ponies I had friends go on horse vacations to Iceland, but their stories about how the horses are treated where not always positive. That is definitely not the case here. I love it.
Absolutely so excited to watch this Ik its going to be amazing I love your videos and all your horses. Icelandic pony’s are adorable and I loved your Christmas merch! I’ve been here for as long as I can remember I love all your videos and Ik this one is going to be great as well! Your such an amazing rider! I’m proud of you Meg❤️ Your such an inspiration to me❤️
I’d like to see more of this kind of thing. It would be cool if you went to a few clinics that were natural horsemanship/Parrelli style training and showed the process. I think more people would be kinder and softer with their horses if they were aware of a different way of training. A calmer trainer = a calmer horse (generally 😂)
positive reinforcement clinics are even more ethical and gentle, as a lot of natural horsemanship revolves around respect - which horses can’t actually comprehend, as their frontal lobe (i believe) is not as advanced as ours is! positive reinforcement is also science based, and has the highest ethicality and effectiveness.
My horse Justina is short coupled and sensitive like the colt they are training -oh she loves to trot -fast-she could be a buggy racer-I breathe and relax too!!!!!! This is so fun-we have an Icelandic living down the road- Styrker is his name- Such a fun adventure Megan-and you and Pete are amazing photographers ! Thank You !!! Debra
Very nice video. When you make you small, You're less scary for horses. He was telling he does everything slowly, but i find it fast. Normaly to put a halter on takes more time. They are half wild, they are used to be in a heard, following humans. Alyssa from "discover the horse" made also a beautiful video about the icelantic horses.👍🎄👏
Your Blogmas🎄 - Best ever amazingly awesome - 👍 Very entertaining from start to the “Finale” Finish. You …your Mum and the “team” deserve everything that comes your way😊 Hope you have a happy and stress free 2023 😍😘x
This is a lesson for all with this extremely gentle, quiet and understanding of the sensitivities of all horse's. True horsemanship. Beautiful to see. Little talk but saying so much.
Well said
A lot of it is the breed! Icelandic horses are very friendly with humans. They can be very sharp for riding though. Also, Icelandics are trained slower because they mature slower - they are full-grown at 7 years.
I love that term “wild to willing”. I hate when people say “I broke him to ride” or “I broke him to drive”. I prefer to say “I backed him” etc so I’ll be adding wild to willing to that list too 😃
What a beautiful soul he is. So gentle and understanding of his horses. Lovely to watch. Thanks Meg and beautifully filmed Pete xxx
I will simply say - give the horse what you want to get in return. Be gentle and respectfull and never forget to communicate in the horses own language. If you act gentle and show respect that is exactly what you will get in return - something we can clearly see here. I love how this will help more people, equestrian and non-equestrian alike, to understand how important it is to give things time!
It's really kind of amazing. After i watched the first video in Iceland i did the breathing thing and really paid attention to my own tension when I was riding and from then until now I have a completely different horse. He's so much more relaxed and content, doesn't spook as much at all. Crazy.
Comments like this make me so happy! ❤️❤️❤️
This is great!
No stress training with lovely people. Thank you Meg and awesome camera work Pete
All three of these vlogs have been magical, I have started to be aware of my own breath and energy around my horse and it definitely helps. Also I just find watching super relaxing, would love to see you go back again 😍
What an amazing man! How gentle and kind! An inspirational video Meg of how horsemanship can and should be done ❤ thank you for sharing such amazing videos with us, loved them all 😊
Man, I wish I could afford to go do this. This guy is the real deal.
watched all 3 episodes and so many takeaways to be had. would love to visit Iceland someday. thanks for the journey!
What a fabulous set of films. Have loved them all. Have wanted to visit Iceland and ride the horses for a long time. Maybe I will! Thanks to you all. 🐴❤️
Thanks for taking us on an amazing journey to meet this amazing man and breed of horses. I can see why you chose to visit.
What wonderful horsemanship. Those horses were the least stressed horses from all of the ones you rode this vlogmas. It was wonderful to see.
What an amazing way to work with the horse ❤ Kindness and understanding of its needs gives great results. Very satisfying to watch
I will NOT be surprised to see you end up with a lovely Icelandic Horse in your herd!!
This series of videos have been amazing to help me with Niska. Not just to help guide with how to work with her, but also to give me a bit of confidence that I am actually doing things 'right'. Niska needs that gentle, low energy approach due to her history. It's what I've been trying to do, and have subscribed to his channel too :-)
Wow just wow.
Not only horses but hadur shows us lessons for everyday life.
There’s a lot made of not been dominate with dogs but this is showing the dominant and feminine just showing there’s nothing to be scared follow me.
Incredible can’t wait to see how you use this with your furballs.
I love this technique and it’s definitely something us British riders should consider more!
That was actually a bit emotional for me. Seeing the gentle bond he was building. Just epic! ii cant wait for you to go back in 2 years time to see how her journey has progressed. He definitely loves his horses
This brings back memories. One of my horses was not a fan of being caught, and I was not a fan of taking feed out to lure him in. So I used to crouch down and pretend to be looking at something interesting. He always came to see what I was looking at. Horses come when curious or they see you are no threat to them. This is good horsemanship. Natural horsemanship. If you listen to your instincts, it becomes logical.
Love how he does exaggerated breathing to show the horse to breathe with him
Thank you Meg and Pete, and of course, a BIG thanks to Mr. Iceland. It's so inspirational to have someone show you a better way to work with your horse as an authentic leader. I've tried the breathing and the results are amazing.
It’s is absolutely amazing how these ponies can sense leadership with breathing and body language! I love this series in Iceland, I can’t believe how the horses can go from a wild herd in a field to being super calm in the arena ❤
Such an amazing adventure and education, it's as though time was standing so very still and you could almost feel the incredible love and respect exuding from all involved
I’m so proud of you and how far you’ve come 🎉
Loved this video and how Mr. Iceland works with his horses! If the horse behaves in a way your don’t like, look at yourself instead of the horse. Much respect for this!! ❤
This must've been an amazing experience so glad you got to be a part of it
Aww the foals at the end were so interested in what you were doing 😂I’ve loved this small series of Icelandic ponies it’s so interesting how different horses are trained there to in England it’s a massive difference
Your videos of Iceland are amazing, absolutely stunning, they took my breath away! I know I will never be able to visit- but your videos made me feel like I Was There! ❤ Thank you for taking me along on your journey! The horses were so unique and I loved the insight he shared with us 👍♥️
It is such an amazing thing to know that the way we are enamored by equine of all kinds, the foals, horses, ponies, are often just as enamored by us.
This has definitely increased my already strong enthusiasm for going to Iceland and I would definitely want to go to this exact farm because Mr. Iceland knows what's up. Even just watching this was a cool, educational experience, full of insight that I will use in my own riding.
I have always found you to be gentle and very much working with the horses in your care but it's still nice to see you being so open to improving further and maybe tweaking what you already do. Lovely energy :)
This is such an incredible journey to watch ❤
Thank you so much for sharing this and the wonderful Icelandic horses. I've been lucky enough to ride a Icelandic and experience the wonderful nature of this breed. My yearling Highland lives out with a herd of Icelandics and I'm hoping their excellent nature rubs off on her. Having a fell pony already who was born on the fell and comes from generations of fells who live a natural life its important to me that my highland youngster also learns and maintains a level headed attitude and the sure-footed movement that you cannot get when youngsters are kept in the modern way here in the UK
Thank you so much for these three films they are absolutely wonderful and so moving to watch xxxx🥰🥰🥰🥰
Wow this Icelandic series was amazing!! thank you so much for sharing!
The real horse whisperer in the flesh 💙
Lol blaming the kisses on his daughter 🤣
We see straight through that 😘
Amazing some good learning there. Thanks for taking us along. Happy New Year Meg, Pete and team🎉
Cannot tell you how excited I was when I saw the opening shot of the first part and realised you were in Iceland, I've been a bit obsessed with the place since the Holuhraun eruption in 2014 and knew where you were immediately. Loved every video, the whole experience looks incredible and I need to do some saving now, you've inspired me to get off my butt and get over there :) x
Really amazing! Love how he uses energy and breathing. Looks like an amazing holiday!
Bear is so cute i can not wait for the new arrival ........ foal
What a breathtaking experience Meg. Thankyou for taking us along on this. I’ve always admired Icelandic horses, and this just makes me want to visit Iceland even more one day 😍 I’d better get saving, it’s a long way from Australia 😂
well this was incredible meggy- absolutely WOW
Chicken soup for the soul lovely Meg 😀
Great to listen to his words.
Wow wow wow loved all three episodes of your icelandic adventure absolutely amazing to watch
Hi Meg, a truly unforgettable vlogmas series. I have so enjoyed these vlogs but must admit that the Iceland one's are my favourite. Can I just say a big thank you to Pete for some stunning camera work. Your video's have grown so much in this last year and since your journey on You Tube began I remember your very first vlog, one that you were not sure you were going to post. How far have you come. Magical vlogs Meg congratulations on the very best vlogmas of 2022. Lots of love Jill. Birmingham. U.K. XXXXXXXXX
So calm and kind with these beautiful creatures. Absolutely amazing
hordour (idk how to spell his name) is amazing his training methods are insane ❤❤
Wonderful horses! I really like this way of training, I wish I had seen this seventeen years ago when I bought my pony
Magical
Amazing Work ❤ , i Hope to travel to Island next year
I think I love him.
hopefully people that watched this series have learned a different approach to training & being around horses. it shouldn’t be a forced approach, rather a gentle- u speaking horse by body language approach. it’s so much better for the horses & you will have a better relationship & behavior from your horse because of that ❤😊❤
Maybe about more than horses too!
This is true, but also we should keep in mind that Icelandic horses are naturally more docile than many other horse breeds due to their being no predators in Iceland. So other breeds might need more patience to have the same result.
I so enjoyed these videos. I have done one riding tour in Iceland and will be there for a horse round up in a month and can’t wait. It is such an amazing experience to ride with the herd!
iceland seems amazing glad u had such a good time ❤
It's all about patience and being patient. Instant results are expected, often to the detriment of the horse. I have so enjoyed this series!
Loved these vlogs with mr Iceland !! Love his approach to horsemanship ❤
AHHHHH I CLICKED SO FAST I CAN'T WAIT TO WATCH I LOVE YOU!!!!
I love Icelandic horses so much, and watching these videos have been so enjoyable and helping me learn more!! ❤
This series was incredible!
Beautiful to watch
This series was so lovely and educational. Trip of a lifetime. I truly plan to visit.
I have really enjoyed your vlogmas this year.
This has been a remarkable series...learning a whole new style of training and riding. You will soon have some babies to work with using his style. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much, at a trying time Meg, this series reminds me of all the good xxx
I love how truly happy you look brings a tear to my eye this is amazing very proud Megan 🫶🏻
Fantastic. Speaking horse.
Great horsemanship,and such beautiful horses.one of my horses comes also from Iceland and I recognise the gentleness also here.totally in love with them❤
They are just beautiful 🥰🥰
Was not expecting this one. Thoroughly enjoyed!!! Learnt a lot. Have looked at the website but I fear at nearly 9' I'm a little too big for these horses. Looking forward to your next VLOG in the New Year that starts tomorrow.
Added this to my horsey bucket list for definite!
Can’t wait to watch🎉
Thank you for sharing this beautiful story. Best wishes for 2023🎉
Just wonderful thank you so much for sharing, Happy New year 🥰🥰🥰
The breathing and respectful gentleness is beautiful to see (and learn!). I know Icelandics are on the smaller side, but this mare is so tiny compared to Hordur. Is he super tall or is she very small?
Well , she looks tall and the horse is fatter. So it is making her look tall , And only weight mstters
They are just incredible adorable horses and I am Inspired to visit
Aww I’m gutted that the series is over. Very well put together.
Very good! Only, what was put on the mare's head is a halter, not a mask. I first thought he was going to blindfold her! Very relieved that this is not so.
Yes, Icelandic horses are usually not fully trained till their are five years old. Their bodies need that time to mature to full strength. They are also quite long-lived, so one can have such a horse for a very long time after the initial wait. My very favourite breed!
Mask will just be a translation of the Icelandic word 😊
Yes! They are long lived because of the time they are given to fully grow. Unfortunately this does not happen with enough breeds
Fantastic
Magical !! All ready using the low energy breathe out and it works !!!
The horse whisperer of Iceland lovely to see great team work you guys tfs.🍾🎆🍾
Meg this has thought me so much. Thank you ♥️
I really enjoyed this series and not just because I like gaited horses. These horses are very lucky to have their own gentle viking. He is so calm, gentle and knowledgeable with the horses. Going on a horse vacation to Iceland has always been on my bucket list. Now I know exactly where!
He is amazing isn’t he, certainly the place to visit in Iceland!
@@elphick.event.ponies I had friends go on horse vacations to Iceland, but their stories about how the horses are treated where not always positive. That is definitely not the case here. I love it.
Great video Meg
This is amazing ❤❤
just come off of watching another of your videos and popped right onto this! x
Absolutely so excited to watch this Ik its going to be amazing I love your videos and all your horses. Icelandic pony’s are adorable and I loved your Christmas merch! I’ve been here for as long as I can remember I love all your videos and Ik this one is going to be great as well! Your such an amazing rider! I’m proud of you Meg❤️ Your such an inspiration to me❤️
Amazing brilliant Meg
Awesome horse, awesome lesson! Wow! 👏👏
I wish I could go to Iceland and see all the wild horses and ride the ones thatched riding horses! When I’m older I’ll definitely be bookings trip!
Loved the video! Your awesome! Everything about you is awesome! Hope you had a lovely Christmas and I wish you a very very happy new year
I was so excited when I got your merch for Christmas 😮it’s the class of 2022 in lylaic ❤
I’d like to see more of this kind of thing. It would be cool if you went to a few clinics that were natural horsemanship/Parrelli style training and showed the process. I think more people would be kinder and softer with their horses if they were aware of a different way of training. A calmer trainer = a calmer horse (generally 😂)
positive reinforcement clinics are even more ethical and gentle, as a lot of natural horsemanship revolves around respect - which horses can’t actually comprehend, as their frontal lobe (i believe) is not as advanced as ours is! positive reinforcement is also science based, and has the highest ethicality and effectiveness.
good video megan
My horse Justina is short coupled and sensitive like the colt they are training -oh she loves to trot -fast-she could be a buggy racer-I breathe and relax too!!!!!! This is so fun-we have an Icelandic living down the road- Styrker is his name- Such a fun adventure Megan-and you and Pete are amazing photographers ! Thank You !!! Debra
Beautiful ❤️
First with 25 seconds! Been waiting for this vlog
I tamed a mustang this year they are so fun!
Very nice video. When you make you small, You're less scary for horses. He was telling he does everything slowly, but i find it fast. Normaly to put a halter on takes more time. They are half wild, they are used to be in a heard, following humans. Alyssa from "discover the horse" made also a beautiful video about the icelantic horses.👍🎄👏
Your Blogmas🎄 - Best ever amazingly awesome - 👍 Very entertaining from start to the “Finale” Finish.
You …your Mum and the “team” deserve everything that comes your way😊 Hope you have a happy and stress free 2023 😍😘x