This video just shows how dang smart this mare is!
Iris came in with very little groundwork. Seeing the round pen a few times but never consistently.
I have spent such a long time developing my skills as a trainer and always hope to see this type of success.
This is after her being hosed off, just playing around. No lead, no halter, no lung whip or flag. Just pure body language and an incredible horse who loves to please.
It is always so rewarding for me as a trainer to see my client horses wanting to engage with me and the work I put infront of them.
Smooth, Soft, and Willing.
Everything you could want with these young ones. Very honored to be the one to start this mare.
Iris has been making such huge progress.
This mare is so special, she has been with me for almost 2 months and has only continued to impress anyone who lays a hand on her.
We have continued to do extensive ground work with her due to how sensitive she is. Iris is incredibly expressive through her face and is not afraid to show her feelings through her eye, ears, and even lips!
Under saddle work has been going slowly but super amazingly, too! First couple of rides were a bit confusing for her and not having the confidence to move forward.
We have been steadily breaking through that wall and today she finally allowed herself to relax. Such a HUGE win for this girl 🫶🏼
Horses with playful personalities are the best! 🫶🏼
Buddy has been fun to play with this last week.
Due to some previous health issues; Buddy has picked up some bad habits that needs refreshing.
Lately he’s shown nothing but eagerness and a will to please. Still a bit off about the saddle but we are steadily making progress in the right direction!
Coco
This mare is just as I remembered her! Safe, fun, and just reliable.
Coco isn’t in for any heavy duty training; just to lose some weight and get some muscle back!
It’s always fun to hop on her after a long day and just know it’s going to be a fun relaxing ride.
Soft, supple, and willing.
Blessed is an understatement. I absolutely love what I do! 🫶🏼
Iris ✨
Tonight we had a lovely time working on getting comfortable with weird weight in the stirrups!
Teeny tiny hiccups when it comes to stepping down but this mare does nothing but impress and improve!
Iris has been a farm favorite with her willing attitude, expressive face/ears, and her extremely funny personality.
I cannot be more proud of this mare. Tomorrow is looking like a perfect day for a first ride/sit! So thankful for owners who are present and willing to create such nice horses!
This 5yo mare just gives her all. ❤️
A bit of a longer video, but worth the watch.
I’ve made a post about it before and i’ll do it again.
STOP tip toeing around your young ones like they’re going to put you 6ft under!
If you want an oversized child who is going to jump on you when a shadow looks at them the wrong way - sure; do everything for them.
This mare - who is 5 came with minimal if not ZERO ground work. This is her first time ever being saddled.
She’s been with me for 2 weeks. Yes, some of it is her brain but half of it is my lack of care. I don’t care about what’s going on, why should she?
I’m in no way fearless; I do get scared. But that’s part of the respect in the sport. I respect fear and it’s helpful in some situations.
Treat your young ones boundaries and respect while keeping your own composure. That’s how you make a solid citizen who will have the confidence to not shy away from the “scary” things.
Journey ⭐️
Journey is such a pretty mare!
Tons of improvements happening on her end and she is setting herself up for a successful first ride next week!
Most people enjoy time in the saddle compared to on the ground but i’m actually the opposite.
I rather spend my time on the ground teaching a colt a solid foundation compared to riding a finished horse, any day!
Time in the saddle is always necessary and so much fun, but that foundation building can be so much more rewarding. 💅🏽
Disengage the hind end✅
Woah✅
Back up✅
Seriously, does it get any better than this?
First real ride ✅ The best first rides are boring first rides. This guy took 2 riders in one night as his first ride to unlock those feet and feel confident to move on his own. I said this horse was special sense the day I met him.
