ive tried different bits. I have also tried sitting deep into the saddle. nothing seems to work ......that ive tried.
2006-06-23 14:07:59 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
DO NOT TIE ANYTHING TO THE FRONT LEGS! A tie down doesn't help the mind and pulling on the reins starts a tug of war. Sitting deep in the saddle and relaxing your legs *will* work - persist. Use a mild bit. Forget about cantering for now. Work on control Walk and trot. Instead of pulling back circle her.
Walk circles (remember to do this both ways. Trot figure 8 patterns, serpentines even barrel patterns. Relax your body. When she speeds up circle tighter - as she relaxes and slows at the speed you want her at (try to keep her steady) let her go to bigger circles. It might take weeks...but if you stick with it it *DOES* work. She wants to go fast - circling is work...and gets her nowhere. A tougher bit and fighting her with force doesn't stop the mind. For short periods just "camp out" on her...stand at a stop with her. If you can work her twice a day, being consistent. Learning rushing through it doesn't work is another key. Forget about cantering until she's relaxed and controlled at slower gaits. When she gets there then canter - if she speeds up circle her. One rein is all that is needed to pull - and that just enough to get a response.
2006-06-23 14:39:38 · answer #1 · answered by Jan H 5 · 8⤊ 3⤋
It sounds like you need to tighten the reighns. Also do you ride her everyday? If not then you should start riding her for at least an hour everyday. Don't feel bad either to give her a good tug on the reighns it won't hurt her. Also, I learned with my stubborn horse Jasper that at least for 15-20 Minutes everytime I ride him I have to let him ride fast. If not then every time I got on him that's all he wanted to do. Make sure the saddle is centered correctly. Sometimes that may effect the way your horse rides. I wouldn't recomend the rope around the front legs idea. Especially if your horse gets spooked easily. Good Luck
2006-06-23 21:17:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, your horse needs to understand that you are the boss. (There is no need to get violent to accomplish this)
Second, your horse needs to understand what you want.
Because it's obviously already broken, this is how I would show the horse that I am the one in charge.
Get up in the saddle and immediately start turning figure eights. After a few figure eights, take off into a run and then shut him down to a complete stop. Then take off into a run and then shut him down again.
Then turn some more figure eights.
After each exercise, get off, and give him a treat to let him know that you like how he is performing. (Oats flavored with molasses works well)
Once you have done this, it's time to let him know what you want to happen in regards to his canter.
Get back in the saddle, and start off. When he goes in a canter, stop. Eventually, he'll get the picture. When he does, make sure you let him know that you like it by giving him a treat.
2006-06-24 12:35:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can try lunging for a long time before you ride. Make sure you never let her get away with running off on you. If she tries to run off, back her up a few paces and try again. The most important thing is not to get discouraged, as it will take a long time, months, to get her to a consistent slow speed. You should also make sure she isn't sore anywhere, as horses often try to run to relieve soreness. If you have the means, you should consider finding a pro trainer to put 30 or 60 days on her, just to have someone who deals with this behavior everyday and won't take no for an answer on your side.
2006-06-23 21:12:36 · answer #4 · answered by imacowboygirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every time she wants to canter turn her in a small circle and continue walking at first you'll have to do this alot but eventually she'll get the picture
A strong bit will not help you and your horse. reasearch John Lyons Training meathods.He is very good
2006-06-23 21:40:12 · answer #5 · answered by Natalie Rose 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Saddle her up but don't get on. Lunge her instead. If that doesn't work tie sand bags to the saddle (ones that weigh more that you do) and run her around.
2006-06-23 21:43:00 · answer #6 · answered by horselover 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a friend years ago that had a similar problem... she used something.. I think it was called a hobble-rope.. somehow, she had a rope tied around the front legs that only allowed her a short stride.. that way she couldn't canter or gallop.. only trot... maybe you can find it on the net somewhere... giddyup!
2006-06-23 21:10:43 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have had this problem on many of our school horses my instrutor kept on telling me to keep on tring half halts and he will eventually slow down if you keep working at it.
2006-06-23 21:57:26 · answer #8 · answered by scooter 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stick him in the ribs w. your spurs, I saw it on a cowboy movie.
2006-06-23 21:09:46 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sent your horse to asertivness training
2006-06-23 21:09:54 · answer #10 · answered by J,J 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋