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Want to become used to horses before starting learning how to ride them? I have the perfect suggestion for you.
Start grooming horses. There are few strategies better to getting snug around horses than grooming them. When you're able to groom a pony safely and perfectly, it works as a great boost to your self-confidence.
At this point, I must insert a warning: when you're working on the horse's legs make sure you bend over regardless of if it is a great nuisance for your back. Just don't squat next to the horse. Squatting down restricts liberty of movement, and if the horse should move abruptly, you are not going to be in a position to react fast enough. Bending over will enable you to react fast, even with a slightly stiff back.
Also remember to approach the horse from his side, by his neck, so that you are very visible to him. Due to its laterally placed eyes, a pony can't see directly ahead or directly behind. To do that, the pony will have to swivel its head. This may not be possible for the pony when it is tied up to get groomed or saddled. When the horse can hear approaches noises but isn't able to see the source of the noise, it is liable to react with its survival instincts. That implies kicking out with its rear legs. When you approach the pony such that he sees you coming, he's going to remain placid. Even when you're working on him, keep speaking to him and touching him. That way, you are reassuring him of your continued presence. You will not be triggering his survival instincts.
As a beginner, walk only those horses that are trained well. Walk with the horse on your right. You right hand should be approximately a foot away from his head, holding the lead rope. The remainder of the rope should be coiled in your left hand.
Start grooming horses. There are few strategies better to getting snug around horses than grooming them. When you're able to groom a pony safely and perfectly, it works as a great boost to your self-confidence.
At this point, I must insert a warning: when you're working on the horse's legs make sure you bend over regardless of if it is a great nuisance for your back. Just don't squat next to the horse. Squatting down restricts liberty of movement, and if the horse should move abruptly, you are not going to be in a position to react fast enough. Bending over will enable you to react fast, even with a slightly stiff back.
Also remember to approach the horse from his side, by his neck, so that you are very visible to him. Due to its laterally placed eyes, a pony can't see directly ahead or directly behind. To do that, the pony will have to swivel its head. This may not be possible for the pony when it is tied up to get groomed or saddled. When the horse can hear approaches noises but isn't able to see the source of the noise, it is liable to react with its survival instincts. That implies kicking out with its rear legs. When you approach the pony such that he sees you coming, he's going to remain placid. Even when you're working on him, keep speaking to him and touching him. That way, you are reassuring him of your continued presence. You will not be triggering his survival instincts.
As a beginner, walk only those horses that are trained well. Walk with the horse on your right. You right hand should be approximately a foot away from his head, holding the lead rope. The remainder of the rope should be coiled in your left hand.
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