Hannah Sheppard

Instead of rounding the corners, as you would on a circle, make them square throughout the rectangle. As you approach the corner, slightly pick up on your reins and close your outside leg to make a square turn to the next straight line of the rectangle.
Western Horse How-To

Teach the Neck Rein

Neck reining is a good skill for any horse to learn. It helps you feel secure in your horse's control level. It also gives you a free hand to open gates, retrieve an item from your saddlebag, point out a trail hazard, pat your gelding, etc.

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Horseback Trail Riding Training

Stop Balky Behavior

The Trail Rider trainer gives tips to help stop dangerous, balky behavior.

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Horseback Trail Riding Training

Teach Safe Tying

You can teach your horse to be less fearful and more patient. There are several methods used to teach a horse to stand tied; here, I'll explain my method.