Doc is a 4 year old gelding from the Twin Peaks HMA in northern California. This clip is a complete session on Saturday August 9th as we progress from the initial first touch to building his confidence in preparation for a first halter. We believe it is incredibly important to bring these horses home without a halter (and in most cases a drag lead) to preserve the feel and sensitivity of the horse. We also believe that the horse should have the autonomy, respect, and dignity to choose to allow humans into their space. Dan does a great job of describing what he is doing and why throughout the video. www.teamyhorsemanship.com "Don’t present things that are too hard to learn, don’t be arrogant. Allow the horse to learn in his own way. This takes discipline and maybe that will be the hardest thing for you... Don’t worry, he’ll teach you if you let him." - Ray Hunt

Here we present a longer more detailed look at how we prepare a horse for mounting and build a horse's confidence during the crucial first few rides. Dan is working with Moo, a 14 year old BLM Mustang mare. She had a handful of rides early on in her life, all at the walk, and has been sitting for a few years. we have been working with her since March and she has 10-15 rides since then. This is her first ride in the hackamore. Previously, she has been ridden in a rope halter and just a few times in a bit. She is a sweet kind mare with a lot of try and we are enjoying working with her!

our submission for coaching with @PatrickKingHorsemanship for the In Hand MasterClass. Included is a short clip of our work at liberty as well. I have really wanted to get the poll release, rein back/half halt, and position 1 relaxed and accurate before progressing to position 2. music property of @buckaroogirlAdrian ***I do not own the rights to the music***

Cassie Bowling and Vinny Ridden Trail -Novice T&J Virtual Show Vinny is a 6 year old Azteca gelding We live in the desert and do not own an umbrella lol, so we substituted a flag and substituted the tarp for the bridge.

Kathy Yriarte and Ella In - Hand Trail Novice Ella is a 9 year old BLM mustang mare that I adopted at 4 years old. She was diagnosed as neurologic last month and is ataxic in her hind end, which affects her coordination. We live in the desert so we don't own an umbrella lol, so hopefully the flag will suffice.

Brownie is a 5 year old Azteca (Andalusian x AQHA) gelding who has come to us for more confidence, exposure, and to get him solid under saddle. He is a very sensitive horse and can be easily overwhelmed if not handled gently with clear expectations and boundaries. This is the first time we have used the flag with him and it gives a good overview of how and why we use the flag. if you'd like to learn more, please contact us or join us for a clinic or lessons! We would love to help you improve your relationship with your horse! www.teamyhorsemanship.com

this is the second time Dan has haltered this filly and this video encompasses the entire session. #TeamYHorsemanship

this exercise is one approach we us to help build confidence in horses and riders when riding in a group or close proximity to one and other. visit www.teamyhorsemanship.com to learn more about us and our program!

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