Horse Bonding

Kyla Jeffries unexpectedly entered the AQHA youth world with a horse she had never ridden before. She quickly went to work on building trust and communication with her new partner, with just a month until show day.

Round pen training isn't only for high-profile clinicians—you cab use it to teach your young horse to be responsive, submissive, and patient with this round pen lesson from Clint Haverty.

When weather prohibits long trail rides or outdoor training sessions, indoor excercises can be helpful in creating a bond with your horse. Picking up his feet, grooming and longeing are just a few of the things horse owners can do to increase a bond with the horse.