LEADING: NEVER wrap lead ropes or lead shanks around your hand. Loop them over your palm instead. Learn to lead your horse from both sides. Don’t drag the horse behind you or let him charge ahead. NEVER lead a horse by hanging onto his halter – ALWAYS use a lead rope. Tie only to solid objects (fence posts rather than rails, no picnic tables or car mirrors). Use quick release knots or panic snaps.

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Do not force the bit into the mouth. Make it as pleasant experience. When removing the bridle, keep your hand over his nose so that he cannot throw his head. Let the horse drop the bit from his mouth, being careful not to bang the teeth.

Training for a smoother horse & more Comfortable Ride

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Beet Pulp: A good winter feed, or feed for horses that have trouble keeping their weight. Start with ½ cup beet pulp. Mix with 1 ½ cups hot water. Let it sit for couple hours. Increase amount over a few days till you feed 1 cup beet pulp with 3 cups water. You can add minerals and ground flax to keep your horse healthy. This can be fed morning and evening, daily or occasionally.

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The position of the ears is one of the most important ways to tell a horse’s mood or intentions. Ears pricked forward are a sign of alert curiosity and good mood. Ears turned back are often a sign a relaxation, or even boredom. They may also be a sign that the horse is unwell. The ears pressed flat against the head are a classic sign of bad temper. It can also signal that the horse is feeling stressed. When the ears flop to either side, it may be a sign of sleepiness or sickness. It is also a typical sign of submission to a more dominate horse.

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Some people can tell how old a horse is by looking at its teeth.  The length of the teeth and the slope of the teeth can show how old the horse is. Horses live an average of 20 – 25 years, but some have lived as long as 30 years or more

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