After reading my article on natural horsemanship and the use of pressure and release, I received some good comments from an individual who works with Mustangs up in the Shasta area. She suggested that we look at letting go of the pressure and take more time working with each horse. Taking the time to allow a horse to let you know when you can move onto the next step in training insures that the horse is ready.
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So, you and your horse have been training in anticipation of entering your first Western Dressage show. But how do you know when you’re actually ready to compete?
This is a question of confidence. Your instructor or coach should be realistic and give you advice on whether or not you are ready to compete. If you don’t have an instructor, a video camera is your best tool to see yourself ride.
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Dressage is for every rider and any horse, no matter what age, level of education, and what your goals may be. It is simply a natural training method for the horse and rider that leads to great success. So if you are a western rider, dressage training will help you bring out the best in your horse and you as a rider.
Western Dressage is a huge step in the right direction to improve the western rider’s education and skills.
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I got to know horses similar to the way that Jane Goodall did getting to know the Chimpanzees. Though admittedly I did not spend the amount of time that Jane spent in nature. I have spent a lifetime using the training of horses as a way to allow the horse to guide me to become a better horseman.
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I find it exciting that dressage has become so widely accepted by all disciplines and breeds. At the 2010 World Equestrian Games in Lexington, Kentucky, I saw many breeds including Morgans,
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I believe horsemanship is being knowledgeable of and responsible for every aspect of the horse. We need to make judgements about our horses based on what works for the horse. Proper nutrition for the horse is important for both the health and behavior of a horse.
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Why the Carolyn Resnick Method?
My method will grow your ability to clearly communicate with your horse. A true working partnership with your horse will emerge. The curriculum I offer in my online course, working a horse at Liberty, is designed to fit your individual skill set
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Any time you are getting into a different discipline, it is important to know what tack is allowed in competition. The smart rider will research ahead of time to learn all the rules about what tack is permitted and what is not.
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Although often the subject of debate, to me it’s a no-brainer—yes, you can teach people feel. I do it at every clinic. Now, if your question is, are some people naturally better at feel than others, the answer is also yes. I cannot give people that talent, but I can teach anyone what they should be feeling when they ride their horse.
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For me, horsemanship is being knowledgeable of and responsible for every aspect of the horse. There are many areas we need to understand and one of the most important is hoof care. Next time I’ll discuss some other important areas.
There is a good deal of discussion now whether horses should be shod or go barefoot. I’m sticking my neck out here but here goes; this is an area where we should use common sense, taking into consideration the health of the feet and the amount and type of activity of the horse.
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