5 Secrets to Leadership with Horses

Hi, I’m Caroline Beste of The Tao of Horsemanship. This month’s Holistic Horse “Ask the Expert” Q&A is about leadership with your horse, specifically the qualities or attributes of leadership and how leadership needs to show up in us - how we need to act in order for our horse to notice us, take us seriously, trust and respect us.
In this video I will be discussing, and demonstrating, the following 5 attributes of leadership as well as what leadership means to our horse. The first attribute of leadership is purpose or focus. The second attribute is clarity. The third is fairness, the fourth is congruency and the fifth is consistency. All of these attributes are equally important to our horse and contribute to the overall emotional and societal welfare of our horses. Each of these attributes develops us into the leader our horse will recognize, take seriously (not challenge), trust and respect.
Let’s now discuss the attributes, how they show up in us and why they are important to our horse. The first attribute, purpose and/or focus, is about having direction - a goal in mind.
The second attribute is clarity and being clear. Horses are transparent meaning their actions reflect how they think and feel. This is what I refer to as the “Language of Equus.” Horses respond to humans the same way and if we are not sure about something the horse perceives this as uncertainty and becomes distrustful. Another way to look at clarity and the meaning of being clear is to have purpose - a goal in mind as well as fluidity, harmony, congruency.
The third attribute is about being fair. Fairness means being free form bias, judgment or discrimination. It also means having objectivity and not being personally attached to an outcome.
The fourth attribute is about being congruent. Congruency means “whatever you are thinking your body embodies.” This is another form of being harmonious and fluid. Your thoughts, feelings, are compatible with your actions. Meaning, you don’t think one thing and do another. This is very important to a horse as it represents clarity and consistency which are the building blocks of trust.
The fifth attribute is consistency. Consistency builds accountability and trust with your horse. They can count on you which in turn helps our horse to feel safe.
These five attributes are the building blocks of leadership and what makes our horse not only want to be with they are what our horse needs.
Thank you and may you always be one with your horse! Caroline

[@salliegallegos918]

1. Purpose or focus 2. Clarity /goal 3. Fairness no attachments 4. Congruent 5. Consistency

[@mohammedalialbalushi7190]

I'm in love this woman, in the most respectful ways possible. Her evaluation of the link between horses and leadership, was and is the true, spirit of Leadership, and a culture born out of horsemanship, spanning a great age.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Mohammed and Welcome! Thank you! I share more free videos and great articles on my Rider Horsemanship Facebook page facebook.com/RiderHorsemanship/. Please share my work with others so we can spread the word!

[@KingsMom831]

Beautifully put

[@lauraalbertson7821]

Again you are validated what I hoped was the right thing to do for Bear yesterday. He has been recovering from being gelded . And yesterday I was walking him in His big beautiful corral with trees and nice calm atmosphere. I started to lead Him to go out to the bigger pasture and He stopped . He look so tired. I asked Him about what he was feeling. And sensed He didn’t want to go anywhere. I backed him up . And Took the halter slowly off and had some lovey time . These teachings are priceless to me ! I will look into your Master Horsemanship. 😇

[@conniewaczkowski2961]

wonderful lesson, thank you Caroline and Goliath,

[@TheWayshower]

Just wanted to say thank you for this video ... I lost my mare one year ago, she was 32 when she died and it was harder on me than losing my brother just 6 months earlier ... It was only a week ago that I realized how withdrawn I had become from the world. An opportunity has risen for me bring a beautiful Tennessee Walker into my life and give him the love he deserves, after thinking about it for several months, I finally realized how the loss of my Arabian Appy had effected me so deeply ... I think & feel that we are going to be very good for each other ... I have been visiting him for short periods of time until I bring him home (and I am a 'backyard' horse person) and I can see that he has some issues, so I have been doing research trying to find someone who works with them in the very manner that you do (thru the Equus Language) ... I'll be looking into your website, but just wanted to let you know that your instruction is appreciated ♥♥♥

[@andreabenfell5580]

Brilliant, just what I needed to see, thankyou.

[@barbsmith8133]

Wow. I can see major changes already in my boy! Thanks.

[@TeriMora-nj3ik]

❤ I'm greatly appreciative of how you explained in a way that many others do not. ❤ You've given me confidence in my heart about showing leadership without overwhelming me with 800 different little techniques & unnecessary horse ques to try to remember. It's simple, quite, no stressful for everyone. ❤

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Teri and Welcome! Great to hear. I'm so happy I could help!

[@TeriMora-nj3ik]

I'm excited that I have the opportunity to view more of your videos here on KZbin. I watched a second video last night, you mentioned something that resonated again! Confirmation that this is where I'm going to learn , apply, and excel. The horse had rested hi head down near your 1st and 2nd shakra and with his 3rd eye. I will gain the confidence needed and so will my bou, Bowie Bodacious Maximus 💕❤️💕

[@melissaherman7443]

Thankyou...I am so happy to have found you...love your teachings..

[@blessingfarm3674]

Your bodies are containers for your thoughts and emotions (paraphrased) ...fantastic! I am going to use that one with my kids, in addition to my horses!

[@kimolson9052]

amazing teacher....loved watching this video.

[@KingsMom831]

She certainly is of a higher/greater caliber

[@HolisticHorse]

Caroline's approach to teaching "the back up" uses the natural horsemanship technique of rhythmic driving pressure. This technique helps the horse learn to positively respond to pressure - a rhythmic projection of energy and action towards the horse. Her goal when teaching this is for the horse to understand the purpose of pressure (in this case to back away from), accept it, definitely not fear it. In the beginning of learning, most horses react, not respond to pressure, and because they don't understand it perceive it as a threat. Therefore they react by means of freeze, fight or flight. This particular horse chose to freeze when faced with rhythmic pressure. In order for him to learn to move away, she maintained the rhythmic pressure, making contact (rhythmically taping his nose) until he understood he could move away. You can see that he understood and accepted it because his response was calm and relaxed.

[@muhammedaminulhoque6841]

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[@logicalnotes5007]

That was truly beautiful,...thank you for all your videos.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hello Logical Notes and Welcome! Great to hear how well my work resonates with you and is working for you! The free training videos that I offer on my youtube channel are just the beginning! Should you want to learn more about my method - the level of personal development, spiritual transformation, deep and rewarding relationship you achieve with your horse during training as well as developing the ride of your dreams, check out my Tao of Horsemanship Online Academy Training Courses for People and Horses. Here is the commercial for the Academy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2O3d2Z5hbpkhMU You can learn more about the Academy, details of courses provided and costs here: www.taoacademy-horse-training-courses.com/taomethodcourse Please visit my website www.riderhorsemanship.com to learn more about my method and the wide array of learning opportunities available. Thank you and may you always be one with horses! Warmly, Caroline

[@logicalnotes5007]

Caroline Rider Thank you.

[@gloom0259]

I had a horse named Goliath who almost looked just like him. Tysm for another great video, you help me out a lot. You’re an amazing teacher and leader

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Go Away and Welcome! This horse's name is Goliath. He belongs to one of my students. He was rescued here in Florida many years ago.

[@allischarmers78]

Thank you for your video, love your training technique, Jem

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Jemmie Cookson Thank you Jem! I look forward to keeping in touch. Warmly, Caroline

[@kasialeparska2480]

Precious boy...❤️🐴 Your training is great! ❤️

[@0ptimal]

Great stuff. There's a lot to learn with horses. I'd never known.

[@MattyDemello]

Very true. Its easy to fall into the trap of not making a goal or having purpose. Its easy to just hop on and just ride without thinking about what you want to do. Before I ride "all the time" I say "ok I want to work on A. B and C today and have a plan. Even when i'm just on a trail ride I got a goal for it. being consistent is key to. I like this. Being fair is a GOOD ONE! I see soooo many not treating there horse fairly.

[@MsGroovalicious]

Wow...fabulous clarity and understanding. I'm new to natural horsemanship, but will attend your website and videos for this method. Keep up the great work!!

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi MsGroovalicious and Welcome! Thank you! I have many free training videos on my channel as well as training DVD's: www.riderhorsemanship.com. We are launching a NEW online academy of my in August! Please email me directly if you are interested in checking it out and/or any of my training DVD's: [e-mail]. Here is our latest featured video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nH6vaamOo9iNfas. Thanks again and I look forward to keeping in touch! Warmly, Caroline

[@chrisdukefields9868]

Great video lady!

[@sarahnystrom8517]

I love you're work

[@Frufru-]

you are absolutely amazing

[@gailfreese3849]

Loved this video!

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Gail and Welcome! Should you want to dive deeper into my method and relationship building program please consider my online training course called The Tao Method. The Tao Method Course is a step-by-step training curriculum that focuses on developing oneness between horses and people, in mind, body and soul, so that they can learn and work together. It is an accumulation of all my training (not problem solving) DVD's and so much more. It is very comprehensive, with 12 months of course videos to watch, study and practice. Here is the promotion should you be interested: A little about my purpose and why I developed The Tao Method Course. I am a rehab and foundation specialist. I have dedicated my life's work to helping both horses and people find the connection in the work their hearts desire as well as learn how to work together and in relationship. Should you be interested in learning more about my work and how to build the dream relationship and oneness we all seek when we ride, please read on about my online training program, the Tao Method Course. My method of horsemanship is founded on a relationship oriented training program that is compassionate, spiritually driven, mindful, solution-focused and REAL - it really works! R - Revolutionary E - Effective A - Amazing L - Loving The online Tao method Course works for both beginners to my method, and horse trainers. There are at least 7 learning module videos presented each month along with supplemental reading materials and "How to" practice sheets. The course is being offered at a discount, and limited time, for only $34.95/month. Once you join you can access any-and-all monthly courses (videos), however you need to begin at the beginning and with Course 1. Tao of Horsemanship Online Academy Limited time offer SO get started today for only $34.95! riderhorsemanship.com/index.php/tao-horsemanship-online-academy/ Caroline has a proven method of training and rehabbing horses that not only answers ALL-of-your questions while providing you with REAL solutions, it is a loving, safer and effective way to start and re-start horses. Caroline has designed the most comprehensive training and solution based online equine academy available! Students from all over the world can now study from home, learning the necessary skill sets needed to master the many aspects of horsemanship. Her online academy provides different courses to study with a focus on her world-renown relational approach to training and bonding horses and their people. Through Caroline's courses students will not only learn how to assess, train and problem solve, they will learn how to develop the ultimate relationship with their horse during the training process. This is what makes Caroline's training approach and method so unique and amazingly rewarding for both horse and human! The Tao Method Course is Caroline's foundational training curriculum, where she begins with each-and-every horse and person. You can now study, practice and interact with Caroline right from your home or barnyard! Through this course you will learn how to train your horse correctly by following a step-by-step educational curriculum. While this curriculum teaches you the many building blocks necessary to develop a solid and correct foundation it also focuses on you and your horse's learning aptitude and emotional, mental and physical well-being during the process. The Tao Method Course dives deeply into the psyche, heart and bio-mechanics of horses, taking you step-by-step into the following areas of horsemanship: - Horse psychology - Learn about equine nature and specific temperament - Learn how to assess and work with learned behaviors - Develop deep connections and feelings of "oneness" when working with our horses - Learn about yourself during the process - Develop deeper mind-body awareness, spirituality and intuitiveness - Learn how to speak the Language of Equus through mind, body and soul work - Work with energy, Chakra's when connecting and communicating deeply - Develop feel and timing, the "Holy Grail" of horsemanship through specific techniques and exercises - Become a better diagnostician and problem-solver - Learn about the bio-mechanics of movement - Learn how to "dance" at liberty with your horse - Learn the Art of Lunging - Develop balance, collection and self-carriage - Develop a Classical Dressage Foundation - Learn to ride confidently and with a balanced and independent seat - Develop trust, confidence and safety when working on the ground and riding - Learn how to re-educate and rehab - Develop a fabulous, safe partner on the trail and so much more! Hope to see you on the online course discussion board! Warmly, Caroline

[@MattyDemello]

YES I think its super important to only give commands you can back up. I see people all the time saying "don't do that... don't do that... stop that... stop that" without backing up the 1st time they said "stop that" A horse won't take people like that seriously. What I do when my horse does something wrong like that is the 1st time i'll say stop that, 2nd time is you better stop that by getting bigger and the 3rd time "if it gets that far because my guy usually listens after 1" but if you have to get to the 3rd "don't do that" to me the 3rd is "you should've listened" and that's when I get supper big and assertive and move his feet. Nice work.

[@josemendozacardozo8737]

Matty Natural Horsemanship big mouth

[@zoebosman8561]

thank you

[@560546]

Thanks a LOT

[@dariaharruff7025]

Nice work 👍

[@moniqueprince7845]

Thank you! My horse Lancer is lacking in confidence and he needs to be right near me, so this was helpful.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Glad it was helpful!

[@inlandempiredoor570]

Caroline Rider is one of the best. Love her! Yes Amy matter of fact when two horses or multiple horses fall in to their daily natural hierarchy, can you guess what that would be? .... Respect. Until the next day or event. Repeat the respect process. My Arab trusts that I'll keep her safe while she respects me as I'm the lead horse. Thank you Caroline You Rock!

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Michael and Welcome! Thank you!

[@bellaemilie8379]

Thank you ever so much for your videos from Bella ~ Denmark 🙌🐎❤️

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

HI Bella and Welcome! Your welcome and thank you for your support!

[@7thMack]

I love the way you annunciate. Very clear on your “T” pronunciation. :-)

[@ordinary7326]

Great video ❤️

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Ordinary 7 and Welcome! Thank you! I share more free videos and great articles on my Rider Horsemanship Facebook page facebook.com/RiderHorsemanship/. Please share my work with others so we can spread the word! We believe in a holistic approach to horsemanship, providing expert knowledge and instruction for the whole horse and rider. Our approach is multi-dimensional and includes the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects of both the person and horse’s well-being. We have 8 training modules that specialize in self-awareness, the spiritual connection, relationship, discipline, confidence, biomechanics and balanced riding. We offer a complete guide, step-by-step learning and instruction, here at our center and on our Tao of Horsemanship Online Academy Training Courses for People and Horses www.taoacademy-horse-training-courses.com/taomethodcourse. Please click here to learn more about our training pyramid/program www.riderhorsemanship.com/rh-training-program. Should you want to learn how to develop the relationship and ride of your dreams and from home, please check out my Tao of Horsemanship Online Academy Training Courses for People and Horses. The Online Academy is very comprehensive and includes 3 main courses, each a building block for the next to follow. The LIFETIME access gives you access to hundreds of step-by-step instructional videos and teaches you how to begin your horses training no matter if they are young and green or older and need a re-start. The videos within each course follow my foundation curriculum or program for starting and re-starting horses as well as problem solving tips and strategies. The LIFETIME access also includes BONUS materials, webinars and a discussion forum where we have created an online community where I answer questions each week. I highly recommend the LIFETIME membership as it gives you 24/7 access, 365 days and forever, not to mention all of the BONUS material that’s included. Please visit my website www.riderhorsemanship.com to learn more about my method and the wide array of learning opportunities available. Thank you and may you always be one with horses! Warmly, Caroline

[@wendystewart6824]

Wonderfull!!

[@feathers386]

This is really interesting to see, do you have any more videos with this horse? I'd love to see the progress of you gaining his trust etc over time!

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Feather's and Welcome! I do have one more video of Golliath. He is an extreme abuse and recovery case. He spent a total of 3 months with us in 2014, when this video was made and while we made progress, slowly, he needed more time, at least a full year. He did come back to us the following year and while he remembered everything (they always do) and did not regress, we were able to push harder, which in turn triggered him more. He stayed another 4 months in 2015 before returning home. Here is the video of him in 2015: kzbin.info/www/bejne/raOpfqadh6lnr6s

[@feathers386]

This is a really interesting case, cause his behavior was very clear he had been abused so it's interesting how quickly he learned what you wanted from him and such. I really enjoy your videos mixing actual training and more of a kind approach.

[@natalyakirkpatrick6532]

that is so cool

[@boncha4]

What u should do in another video is work the horse with out talking, just do what u do, and then when u edit video, do a voice over.so while ur working horse, ur not distracted by having to explain what ud doing.

[@amydavel220]

I do enjoy your approach to horsemanship with one exception - the use of the word respect. When it's understood how the horse's brain is developed, compared to the human brain, it will become clear they can not understand the concept of respect, a human term used far too often with horses. Please consider substituting another word such as, trust, understanding what we're asking, etc.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Amy and Welcome! I beg to differ. While horses do not "understand" our language, they do understand our intention and our actions - same as they understand their own species intention, energy and actions. Horses do understand our term "respect", when we use it in a way that asks or demands another to take us seriously, listen to what we have to say and when we are exemplary leaders. We use the word respect in horsemanship to define the horse's perspective of the person they are interacting with. In the language of equus, horses "respect" horses they admire and this shows up by wanting to work with them, share space while making sure to be mindful of the horse they respect personal space - space is very important to horses. Respect also shows up in the lead mare who has earned her role as lead horse. It is through her wisdom, experience, clear, fair and firm judgement and response.

[@salomeabugaian5969]

Thank you very much. I find this very helpful for me. Can I be a horse leader at only 16 and no experience with my horse until now?

[@jobinjose5027]

Nice video

[@pesjeju]

Thank you again. Very clear!

[@knabstrupperstaldtarzan7817]

Women and horses - please take it easy - to many words !

[@lisaevans3129]

Hi, I have been riding for 3-4 yrs, so still fairly new. I have had my horse for going on 3 yrs. I am in ky so seasons really predict riding time. The last couple summers, he has been ready to show (western pleasure racking) but for some reason this spring he is giving me so much trouble and trying to establish himself as the alpha. I have no clue what has changed, but do you have any ideas or videos that could help? This one is great. Maybe I should start all over with him? Thanks Lisa

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Caroline. I watched your youtube video - 5 secrets leadership with a horse - and i loved it. Do you have a video that shows more of that kind of leadership? Kind regards Paul.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

+Caroline Rider (Rider Horsemanship) Hello Paul! Thank you and I'm glad the video worked for you! All of my DVD's are about the ingredients to leadership, specifically my DVD series, Vol I: www.shoppingcartdepot.com/c/RH-2011/products/Tao-DVD-Vol1-Set/7D787n717B@. Leadership is about being clear, consistent and fair. You will see this practiced and embodied in all of my work (DVD's). I show you, with specific exercises, in the DVD's how to achieve this. The Spirituality of Horsemanship DVD is a dual DVD and explains how to develop the qualities of leadership in you as well as develop the depth of relationship possible with your horse - even during the work. If you do purchase the DVD's please let me know how they work for you. Warmly, Caroline

[@rebekah2815]

I just watched this video and i tried everything you said and my horse will not back up for anything i dont know what to do please help. i really want to ride my horse thank you.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Amara! All of my videos, my work, my method, show leadership. This particular video helps bring awareness to what leadership is and how is needs to show up in us - for our horses to trust and respect us. Warmly, Caroline

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Amara! Your are asking me to assess, evaluate a situation I cannot see. I cannot properly diagnose your situation without either a step-by-step play of how you asked and how your horse showed up or a video. I offer long distance coaching should you be interested: riderhorsemanship.com/index.php/long-distance-coaching/. Warmly, Caroline

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Amara! Your are asking me to assess, evaluate a situation I cannot see. I cannot properly diagnose your situation without either a step-by-step play of how you asked and how your horse showed up or a video.

[@dariaharruff7025]

Ur awesome with horses ☺️

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Daria and Welcome! Awesome to hear and thank you for joining us each week!

[@dariaharruff7025]

@@TaoofHorsemanship ur welcome

[@bradley-sky-watcherlynn2612]

Amen

[@Shewolfen]

Your ideas are very concise , relevant and well presented. very good point on leadership I got a lot out of the intro. You are a great speaker and instructor. I do think this horse needs clearer and more distinct commands though. I think he is unsure too because he needs more specific varied commands to understand the differences in what you are asking of him. For instance. through the first part of the demonstration, spinning the lead he took as move back a little then step forward. Because whenever he stepped forward you didn't emediately stop him. so he thought that was correct and ok and what you wanted. It was not disrespect. Then you became more agressive using the same spinning. Well now all of a sudden the spinning means something else like back up much faster and run. I would have used a different motion for that, like flicking it at him or shaking back and forth, but its a different action which requires a different command. Not just more aggressive action. This will make him unsure because it makes it harder to decern what is wanted. Its too unpredictable and unclear. "what does the spinning mean this time? how fast is fast enough to mean this other thing?" The reason I understand this? My partner has Austim and this is a key to also also how their minds work also. Things need to be very predictable distinct and very clear with as little guess work as possible. Ive been able to apply a lot of what I've learned in a similar way as Temple Grandin with cattle. The repetative pressure and release you describe is very good for this. Its used in most riding techniques with bit and leg pressure. Its like repeated asking until you get a response and stop when it is answered with the correct action.

[@sarahsmithers4725]

What a sweet boy! He’s going to be brilliant once done with therapy 💖 I heard Abraham Hicks in your words. Well met.

[@dolphinjoe9809]

Hi Caroline. Two of the horses at the barn I work at sometimes get a little difficult. The first is a mare that has a tendency to graze as I try to lead her back to the barn and it is difficult to get her head back up and hen you do she only walks a few steps before going back to grazing. I have tried moving her feet by spinning the end of the lead rope next to her to get her to move her feet but has only been effective a couple of times. I would like to be able to lead her without her constantly stopping to graze. Is it okay to let her graze if I were to allow it as long as she walked with me as I begin to lead her back? The second horse is a horse who does something similar but also becomes very excited when I go to turn him out. First he would stand still for me as I took his halter off but would bolt off the moment the noseband of his halter went slack. Now he bolts off as I'm still holding him and before I can even go to unbuckle his halter and has run around me and then turned at me and reared a couple of times. I figure these are a result of disrespect but I am not completely sure how to handle them most effectively while benefiting them in the long term. Thank you.

[@dolphinjoe9809]

When I say disrespect I am not meaning the horse is bad just that they don't see me as a leader and don't feel the need to listen.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Dolphin and Welcome! I can help you change your horses behavior and teach you to teach them how to respect you more trough my online training academy. The online training course is called Tao Method Course. It will address both areas you are describing and SO much more. Should you be interested in learning more about my work and training, I offer an extensive and revolutionary online training academy that hosts three of my equine training courses: The Tao Method Course, Discovering the Spirituality of Horsemanship Course and Problem Solving and Strategy Video Courses. Each course focuses on one concrete area of horsemanship - from deepening the connection and relationship to developing the best riding foundation and problem-solving strategies for challenging areas and horses. Each was designed to not only educate and problem solve but to empower and inspire! The education and step-by-step practices I offer through my online courses and training programs is both comprehensive and unique. My training programs are not only intuitive based they are practical combining extensive, expert knowledge with thorough, step-by-step exercises and strategies. First, I strive to provide the best information and educational videos, making content better than any other because I offer the most thorough, comprehensive and result oriented courses that are ALL about the horse. Second, my courses give you real results. They are revolutionary, effective, amazing and loving. They are designed to help you find results through quality content and video, in-depth and concise instruction with a multitude of learning opportunities from studying videos to step-by-step practice, “Try This” practice sheets, supplemental reading materials and open Q&A discussion forums. The most popular and practical course is my Tao Method Course. This course is a step-by-step training course for both horses and riders. Please read on for more details and pricing. Tao Method Relationship & Riding Course Achieving the Relationship and Ride of Your Dreams Your Relationship and Riding Success relies on Mindset and Practice Discover Key Insights, Strategies & Exercises to Increase Your Level of Awareness, Relationship, Confidence and Skills! So many of us are missing the essence of relationship in our horsemanship. We are led to believe the only way to handle, work with and train a horse is by following the same, mundane principles and practices of the much taught, and publicized, equine training programs that surround equine care, handling, training and problem-solving. If you are like the many of us who know this, you struggle with the despair and frustration of dealing with what’s considered, and accepted, normal horsemanship practices. You yearn for a way in which to work with your horse that is compassionate, fulfilling, effective and most of all best for both you and your horse. This is why I created my work - to unite both you and your horse as one in mind, soul and movement. Not only will you learn how to deepen the relationship you share with your horse, you will build the best and safest riding foundation through knowledge and skill in horse behavior, training theory and correct ground and riding practices. So, come join me as we embark together on this journey to build the most amazing relationship and ride with your horse! Limited time offer $34.95/month! Once you enroll you have access to all 12 months, or 12 courses, 24/7. For best results please follow courses in numerical order. You can also cancel at any time. To subscriber, click here. SchooX is the host for my LMS (learning module system) so don't be alarmed when you see this link and are directed to their platform: www.schoox.com/bundle/28/The+Tao+Method+Monthly+Subscription Please contact me with any questions! Warmly, Caroline

[@kalikalad8954]

Dolphin Joe: These are very disrespectful actions. For the mare, I would advise keeping her on a very short lead until she learns that you are in charge. She should never be allowed enough rope to get her head down to the grass. If that's not enough, run a chain under her chin to sharpen your cues. The horse who bolts when released, especially when it also rears and/or bucks, is potentially very dangerous. This is NOT acceptable behavior. When you release the lead rope, keep hold of the halter (do keep in mind that a horse accustomed to rearing when released from the lead is apt to rear even if you're holding the halter--please wear a helmet!). Do not let go until the horse is calm and still. You might want to spend some minutes here bringing the horse's head down, leading it around a bit--you want to emphasize that you are in control of the horse's movement, not the horse. You may consider bringing some treats to encourage the horse to linger rather than leaping away when released. I don't favor food rewards, but that's up to you. If he rears up at you anyway, swing the rope at him until he learns to respect your personal space. Hope that helps. :)

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hello Everyone! If you like this video and want to learn more I have 2 more FREE training videos that will assist with showing how to teach your horse to lead with respect: How to Teach a Horse to Lead Safely and Respectfully, Part I kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGXIi2WLgLV_rNU How to Teach a Horse to Lead Safely and Respectfully, Part II kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoHTe5ypn7CNnK8 Should you want to dive deeper into my method and relationship building program please consider my online training course called The Tao Method. The Tao Method Course is a step-by-step training curriculum that focuses on developing oneness between horses and people, in mind, body and soul, so that they can learn and work together. It is an accumulation of all my training (not problem solving) DVD's and so much more. It is very comprehensive, with 12 months of course videos to watch, study and practice. Here is the promotion should you be interested: A little about my purpose and why I developed The Tao Method Course. I am a rehab and foundation specialist. I have dedicated my life's work to helping both horses and people find the connection in the work their hearts desire as well as learn how to work together and in relationship. Should you be interested in learning more about my work and how to build the dream relationship and oneness we all seek when we ride, please read on about my online training program, the Tao Method Course. My method of horsemanship is founded on a relationship oriented training program that is compassionate, spiritually driven, mindful, solution-focused and REAL - it really works! R - Revolutionary E - Effective A - Amazing L - Loving The online Tao method Course works for both beginners to my method, and horse trainers. There are at least 7 learning module videos presented each month along with supplemental reading materials and "How to" practice sheets. The course is being offered at a discount, and limited time, for only $34.95/month. Once you join you can access any-and-all monthly courses (videos), however you need to begin at the beginning and with Course 1. Tao of Horsemanship Online Academy Limited time offer SO get started today for only $34.95! riderhorsemanship.com/index.php/tao-horsemanship-online-academy/ Caroline has a proven method of training and rehabbing horses that not only answers ALL-of-your questions while providing you with REAL solutions, it is a loving, safer and effective way to start and re-start horses. Caroline has designed the most comprehensive training and solution based online equine academy available! Students from all over the world can now study from home, learning the necessary skill sets needed to master the many aspects of horsemanship. Her online academy provides different courses to study with a focus on her world-renown relational approach to training and bonding horses and their people. Through Caroline's courses students will not only learn how to assess, train and problem solve, they will learn how to develop the ultimate relationship with their horse during the training process. This is what makes Caroline's training approach and method so unique and amazingly rewarding for both horse and human! The Tao Method Course is Caroline's foundational training curriculum, where she begins with each-and-every horse and person. You can now study, practice and interact with Caroline right from your home or barnyard! Through this course you will learn how to train your horse correctly by following a step-by-step educational curriculum. While this curriculum teaches you the many building blocks necessary to develop a solid and correct foundation it also focuses on you and your horse's learning aptitude and emotional, mental and physical well-being during the process. The Tao Method Course dives deeply into the psyche, heart and bio-mechanics of horses, taking you step-by-step into the following areas of horsemanship: - Horse psychology - Learn about equine nature and specific temperament - Learn how to assess and work with learned behaviors - Develop deep connections and feelings of "oneness" when working with our horses - Learn about yourself during the process - Develop deeper mind-body awareness, spirituality and intuitiveness - Learn how to speak the Language of Equus through mind, body and soul work - Work with energy, Chakra's when connecting and communicating deeply - Develop feel and timing, the "Holy Grail" of horsemanship through specific techniques and exercises - Become a better diagnostician and problem-solver - Learn about the bio-mechanics of movement - Learn how to "dance" at liberty with your horse - Learn the Art of Lunging - Develop balance, collection and self-carriage - Develop a Classical Dressage Foundation - Learn to ride confidently and with a balanced and independent seat - Develop trust, confidence and safety when working on the ground and riding - Learn how to re-educate and rehab - Develop a fabulous, safe partner on the trail and so much more! Hope to see you on the online course discussion board! Warmly, Caroline

[@garyfrench1685]

Beautiful animal. I'm dog rescue owner. My old rescue dog keeps my horse calm. Stay calm key

[@pattykingston2301]

Thank you! Love your videos. I was wondering why you did not give him positive words when he did well.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Patty and Welcome! Thank you! Great question! There comes a time in a horse's rehabilitation period where you need to "wean" them off from reassuring them so much. In the beginning, the horse in this video Goliath, received a ton of praise and touching to build trust and confidence during his rehab work. Many horses are insecure like this horse and some learn to disrespect their handlers and walk all over them. When Goliath creeps in constantly, I need to allow for some reassurance and maintain my position which told him no more creeping in to feel safe. He needed to find it within. I spoke about my reasons for keeping him away in this video. Had he been a more confident horse who truly wanted to be with me because of our bond, I would stand next to him and love on him. But this horse was not confident and like everything in life, balance is key, balancing love and leadership.

[@matthewtester2873]

wow old post hope u get back i have a question i started leasing a new horse now my problem is he doesn't trust new people he is fine if they pet him but if they make contact with me it is like he snaps i have never seen this much anger in him he will think nothing of rearing up and pivoting in there direction he has never succeeded in making contact i still have control with my legs i have done no ground work at all what gets me his owners are scared of him the first word out of the owner of the horse said he is walking with u really walking i always have been told i have a gift at any farm i have been at i think it is a curse at times ps great viedo

[@kalikalad8954]

matthew: Ground work! A horse who doesn't respect you on the ground certainly won't respect you in the saddle.

[@dontbeadrone]

He looks like he likes you and desires to be in your space, which is surprising, considering how he was severely abused by a human. Now for a question: what happens if the horse uses his body to literally push you out of his space? This happened to me a couple of weeks ago as a new rider and guest of friends who have horses. When one of the horses, a large Andalusian, was brought into the barn from his grazing for me to brush him, he kept trying to intimidate me by either nudging me with his head, or cornering me against the stalls with his back side. He looked huge, and I am only a 5'8", 165 pound human. He would never think of doing that to my host's wife, who rides him regularly in competitions. He loves her. My host was 6'4" and weighs something like 240 pounds, and simply nudged the horse back (not in an abusive manner). What should I have done? I am going back there in June to ride for a couple of weeks, and want to establish some authority with this horse...at the least, not to be bullied by him.

[@serenityjones9457]

I have tried every thing on how to get my horse to not try to eat grass when we stop and stand still in the field or yard. does anybody have any ideas on how I can control this.

[@stefaniahanna]

Hi Caroline! I wanted to try this out with my mare that I recently got. She was owned by a 15 year old and was her first horse. Everything started out really good at the beginning with the mare and the girl but then she started to loose control over her. So I decided to take her. The thing is, when I tried it out with her she didn't back away but went to the side and started to lunge. No matter how much I tried and made myself big she always went out and into a circle. After 8 tries she turned and gave me the hind leg. Any ideas on how i can correct this? Thanks, Stefania

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

stefaniahanna Hi Stefaniahanna and welcome! When you say hind leg do you mean she kicked out at you? If it does, she doesn't haven any respect. She may be doing the work and there is no joy in it, no relationship between the two of you that makes it worth her while or motivates her let lone discipline. There needs to be balance when training, balance between love/relationship and leadership/respect. Also, sounds like she went on 'auto pilot" when you asked her to move out, meaning she assumed what you wanted and was dis-engaged not engaged. Warmly, Caroline

[@stefaniahannapalsdottir5886]

Caroline Rider Yeah, she´s really disrespectful and out of place. The girl that owned her before really wasn't firm and consistent enough with her so she just thinks that this is an ok behavior. I just got her + my pelvic bone has been broken for the last few weeks so I haven't done much with her yet. I just noticed when we were taking her into the stall the she just pushed everyone around and didn't really respect the handler. That's why I really wanted to see how she would react to this, thought it would be a good place to start since she has had some training before. Maybe that wasn't the right call, we'll see how it goes :)

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Stefanía Hanna Pálsdóttir Hi Stefania, Sorry to hear about your pelvis. You can begin my leading exercises in the stall and work on sending her out and backing her up. I begin this with each new horse, whether coming in from out of a pasture and gate or stall. My leading exercise instills respect for space, commands attention and focus and develops the mindset of discipline. Keep me posted! Warmly, Caroline

[@lucystebbins5266]

I have a horse that does nothing but backup when riding any suggestions ? Doesn't want to go forward only backs up

[@lucystebbins5266]

He is also a 3 year old quarter horse stud

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Lucy and Welcome! Without watching you, observing you and your horse, it's a tough assessment. However, the most common reason horses will back up is avoidance. This doesn't mean he is being a jerk or disobedient either. He could be unsure and unconfident about what you are asking and backing away, out of the situation is his way of coping. I'm not saying that this is the reason just one of the most common. If you think he is unsure I would go about your work with him slowly and pay more attention to his expressions and thresholds. Both will alert you to how he feels about what you are presenting and give you time to stop and help him feel safe and comfortable. Without either he is not open to trusting or learning. Best of luck to you!

[@lucystebbins5266]

Caroline Rider he is doing fine now found out he doesn't like bits

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Lucy! While I don't like bits and they are not necessary there is a reason why your horse doesn't like them either. If trained correctly and with compassion all horses will take a bit and work with a bit - unless they have had negative experiences with rough, uncompromising hands, have bad teeth, wrong bit etc. Just something for you to consider.

[@kalikalad8954]

Lucy: Make going forward pleasant and standing still uncomfortable. I have had great success with the "pull.'' That is, pull the horse's head to one side, then ask it to go forward. I know, it sounds odd, but, trust me, it works. Squeeze your legs, chirp, rock your seat forward--and don't let go of the head. Eventually, the horse will take a step. Praise the horse and get off. Next day, same. Over the next few days, ask for two steps, then three, etc.. Any refusal, back to the "pull." It really does work--it takes patience, but it's worth it. Always remember to praise compliance, and punish non-compliance by uncomfortable stillness (a kind of reverse psychology). Best of luck!

[@lpsyomamma9372]

I'm no expert, but I think when starting to work with a horse he should be comfortable around me and think that when he is with me Nothing bad happens. So I think hitting a horse won't help with that. I understand that it's important for horse to respect your space, but in this video the horse doesn't bump into you or come really close to you, to me it looks like he is asking "can I be with you?". And you seem pretty relaxed in this video so there is no reason why he shouldn't ask that. Remember, I am no expert and I don't doubt that this method wouldn't work, but I'm just sayings that there may be a better option. I own a dominant horse and let him come near me (not bump into me) and when he is near me I either invite him to my space or walk away (if he comes to my space I take a strong step forward and expect him to go away) If he doesn't come to my space I won't ask him to go away because it's perfectly fine that he wants to be with me. And when doing this my horse has learned to move away when I come to his space If I want him to. Again, I'm not an expert, but this works for me. (Sorry for bad English)

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Lolli and Welcome! Seems you weren't listening to my in-depth explanation about why I come on strong at certain times and why I use my aids the way I do. I explain, and demonstrate, in great detail my reasoning and my "why" and I also explain in great detail what I read from the horse and how he shows up - both of which motivate me to do what I do. Goliath is not a dominant horse either so I'm not backing him up and away from me because he is pushy. Again, you missed the entire point and purpose in my video because you are too triggered by the perception of me "hitting" him. And, yes you are correct, you are not an expert so please keep your opinions to yourself and please don't use my platform to support your self-aggrandizing agenda.

[@blkluvla]

Ouch, lol

[@ladymcbang2383]

Even if she isn´t an expert, she can still say her opinion ;) And she is right.

[@blkluvla]

You mean Caroline is right or Lolli?

[@ladymcbang2383]

Lolli. But everybody has his own point of view.

[@TheKathywaits]

I have a new horse that is afraid of her stall. She's 10 yrs old. Shes okay in the pasture but hates her stall where I feed her and has shade. The pasture has NO shade and its 110 to 118 here and she needs shade but she paces so much in her stall that she is sweated out. I keep her on electrolytes in this heat. If I let her go into the pasture she goes to one spot and is settled there but it is not a good spot to be in. When I do any of the training techniques with her in the round pen she's eager to learn and does everything I ask. It's just her stall. Its been over 2 weeks now. I really don't know how to overcome this. All of my other horses loved the stall. It opens up into the pasture and they have access to both. But she will only go in the pasture. There is no other horses here and I really don't want any other horses right now. Any suggestions? HELP!

[@carolinerider5924]

Hi Kathy and Welcome! I feel your frustration and despair. Your horse's behavior is what I label extreme and caused by some level of trauma, either she was neglected/abused in her stall or she is just very insecure and buddy sour. In either case the underlying issues are a lack of trust and confidence. As a behavior expert, rehabilitation specialist and holistic practitioner I understand the depth that trauma penetrates, meaning the 4 layers of a horse’s being it touches: the emotional, mental, spiritual and physical. To make our horse whole again, balanced and healthy, we must work with all 4 areas. To add to the complexity of the rehabilitation process, there are 2 main factors that need to be considered, identified, if we are to complete the treatment or rehabilitation process; the nature of the horse and the nurture. Nature refers to a horse’s individuality, temperament, personality while nurture refers to how a horse has been conditioned meaning behaviors that are learned through life experience. This is where it gets tricky! While there are many horsemanship training methods promoting themselves as rehab/re-training experts, they only penetrate the layers, not remove them. Training cannot happen if your horse is constantly on adrenaline - self-preservation mode. Most training provokes horses into defense mode or self-preservation mode where they are constantly shutting down, checking out or reacting - basically tolerating the experience not accepting and being open. A horse must feel safe to learn and be open to learn. The SECRET to rehabilitation is knowing how to make the breakthroughs, remove the trauma and BEFORE you begin teaching your horse something new. At this stage she needs extreme help which means there is NO one trick, technique or exercise in the round pen that will change her behavior. You must follow a rehabilitation program that will first and foremost help her work through her negative and unwanted behaviors and replace them with new, positive ways of Being, perceiving and interacting. In the end, the program needs to also help her feel safe while teaching you how to help her develop deep trust and confidence in you. My method can assist you with all of this. Please click here for details: www.taoacademy-horse-training-courses.com/taomethodcourse

[@elkedecosteredc]

Hey, I live in Belgium and I am only 16 so sorry for the possible mistakes in my Englisch. That being said I have a pretty important question or well important to me. I have a problem with one of my horses. She is a 10 year old KWPN mare with a lott of blood. She is very insecure but will show her self not like that easily. Now with school that just started and all the stuff that comes with it I've been very stressed latly. And I never really been able to put that a side while working with her on the ground in freedom. She normaly has no problem with it but last Sunday she sorta attacked me. Well at least she reared up with her ears pointed back. But I do have to mentioned that I was even more tensed than normaly. So I've been doing some reseach and I thought maybe she does this because she isn't sure about who is the leader and she is nervous about having to be a leader. The internet said that a horse that isn't 'made for that' can becoo agresive because of that. Now my other horse is actually the leader so that kinda gets in line with what the internet said. Anyway she scared me because of it because she kept coming. A friend of mine said I should try to get more relaxed again being around my horse before I start again which is obviously a good idea. So I am gonna start with my own confidence. But then my question is to make my self a leader again do I use your method best (I by the way loved what you did there are not many people who now that much about working with a horse in such a way so therefore you got my sub) or do I start of differntly,... Please let me now it would help me a lott! Greetings from Belgium Elke

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

+Amberlovies Hello Elke and Welcome! You have a very extreme and complicated behavior to deal with. Horses are not aggressive by nature so when a mare attacks it is dangerous. I cannot even possibly help you with an email. We need a long distance coaching session www.riderhorsemanship.com/assessments-evaluations.htm to begin. If you were to be too gentle she may not respond positively and actually get annoyed because she would perceive you as weak. If you come on too strong she could become provoked and find you threatening, therefore come on even stronger. What I would need from you, in order to help you both, is a video (please read my long distance coaching session requirements) of you both so I can observe the behavior and interaction between you. Sorry I can't be of more help. This is not an easy fix or an easy solution. If anyone tells you what to do, based upon what you've described to me, and without observing the two of you, please don't listen. Again, this is extreme behavior and dangerous and needs an experienced person to advise. Please email me directly to further discuss and or set up a long distance coaching session: [e-mail]. Sincerely, Caroline

[@thomaselden97]

How do you invite a horse into your space?

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Thomas and Welcome! I have a very specific way, approach and method of teaching you how to be with and work with (train/develop) horses. It begins with my Spirituality course which is also included in my Mastery Program. Please click here for details www.taoacademy-horse-training-courses.com/courses.

[@krismatthews4166]

with the leading what do you do with one that wont follow but drags their feet? I have a 9month old GC filly that drags, pins her ears, throws her toys out of the cot when I take her away from her mini friend...I cannot lead her without argument :( p.s. I live in NZ ) :)

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Kris and Welcome! I recommend bringing a long lunge whip with you when leading in front and reaching back behind you (as you are walking forward with your horse pulling) and tap your horse's hind quarters as many times as it takes to get them to respond positively - move forward and stop pulling. I show how to do this in the following free training video: How to Teach a Horse to Lead Safely and Respectfully, Part I: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGXIi2WLgLV_rNU Should you want to dive deeper into my method and relationship building program please consider my online training course called The Tao Method. The Tao Method Course is a step-by-step training curriculum that focuses on developing oneness between horses and people, in mind, body and soul, so that they can learn and work together. It is an accumulation of all my training (not problem solving) DVD's and so much more. It is very comprehensive, with 12 months of course videos to watch, study and practice. Here is the promotion should you be interested: A little about my purpose and why I developed The Tao Method Course. I am a rehab and foundation specialist. I have dedicated my life's work to helping both horses and people find the connection in the work their hearts desire as well as learn how to work together and in relationship. Should you be interested in learning more about my work and how to build the dream relationship and oneness we all seek when we ride, please read on about my online training program, the Tao Method Course. My method of horsemanship is founded on a relationship oriented training program that is compassionate, spiritually driven, mindful, solution-focused and REAL - it really works! R - Revolutionary E - Effective A - Amazing L - Loving The online Tao method Course works for both beginners to my method, and horse trainers. There are at least 7 learning module videos presented each month along with supplemental reading materials and "How to" practice sheets. The course is being offered at a discount, and limited time, for only $34.95/month. Once you join you can access any-and-all monthly courses (videos), however you need to begin at the beginning and with Course 1. Tao of Horsemanship Online Academy Limited time offer SO get started today for only $34.95! riderhorsemanship.com/index.php/tao-horsemanship-online-academy/ Caroline has a proven method of training and rehabbing horses that not only answers ALL-of-your questions while providing you with REAL solutions, it is a loving, safer and effective way to start and re-start horses. Caroline has designed the most comprehensive training and solution based online equine academy available! Students from all over the world can now study from home, learning the necessary skill sets needed to master the many aspects of horsemanship. Her online academy provides different courses to study with a focus on her world-renown relational approach to training and bonding horses and their people. Through Caroline's courses students will not only learn how to assess, train and problem solve, they will learn how to develop the ultimate relationship with their horse during the training process. This is what makes Caroline's training approach and method so unique and amazingly rewarding for both horse and human! The Tao Method Course is Caroline's foundational training curriculum, where she begins with each-and-every horse and person. You can now study, practice and interact with Caroline right from your home or barnyard! Through this course you will learn how to train your horse correctly by following a step-by-step educational curriculum. While this curriculum teaches you the many building blocks necessary to develop a solid and correct foundation it also focuses on you and your horse's learning aptitude and emotional, mental and physical well-being during the process. The Tao Method Course dives deeply into the psyche, heart and bio-mechanics of horses, taking you step-by-step into the following areas of horsemanship: - Horse psychology - Learn about equine nature and specific temperament - Learn how to assess and work with learned behaviors - Develop deep connections and feelings of "oneness" when working with our horses - Learn about yourself during the process - Develop deeper mind-body awareness, spirituality and intuitiveness - Learn how to speak the Language of Equus through mind, body and soul work - Work with energy, Chakra's when connecting and communicating deeply - Develop feel and timing, the "Holy Grail" of horsemanship through specific techniques and exercises - Become a better diagnostician and problem-solver - Learn about the bio-mechanics of movement - Learn how to "dance" at liberty with your horse - Learn the Art of Lunging - Develop balance, collection and self-carriage - Develop a Classical Dressage Foundation - Learn to ride confidently and with a balanced and independent seat - Develop trust, confidence and safety when working on the ground and riding - Learn how to re-educate and rehab - Develop a fabulous, safe partner on the trail and so much more! Hope to see you on the online course discussion board! Warmly, Caroline

[@krismatthews4166]

Caroline, just another question, for a filly of just 9 months old, what should I be teaching her? Apart from leading, which we still have lots to work on because she is so reluctant and drags back (because she doesn't want to go away from her buddies - in fact once she totally lost the plot and reared and struck out :( ) but, yeah, just wondering as a youngster what I should be teaching her and how much...being so young.....thanks in advance :)

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Kris! My online course is for starting young horses, at any age as well as re-starting/re-training horses. There are some exercises that your 9 month old is not ready for, but definitely all of the rapport building, leading, sending, backing, easy round pen and lunging.

[@ajsunshineangel8486]

Okay well my horse I might get one I will NOT be mean to it because I'm that kind of girl that just has a very careful heart and there my favorite animal

[@nitefox4411]

Boncha, then we wouldn't be able to see how every time she turned to look at the camera how the horse knows she has taken her eye off him and he creeps forward. So childlike wondering if she noticed? "If I stop when she turns back around she won't notice I got closer??? I thought it was pretty funny and pretty accurate.

[@realtalkswitharedhead]

💋🐎🔥❤

[@sonseere10]

If you want to be the leader of the 'herd' in the horse's mind you must do what another horse would do. One horse will ask another horse to move. The horse yields. That means that the horse that 'said' move is higher and can 'push' the lower horse. All horses want to know their place in the herd. You 'talk' to the horse with body language to accomplish this. You use pressure and release with proper timing, rhythm, and feel. The horse will 'tell' you if you are doing it right. Listen to the horse.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hello Sonseere10! Thank you for you input and your comment is too general. While it supports the common knowledge and language used in horsemanship it does not teach people what they need to know in order to be truly successful with horses. This video is not about teaching the human how to act like a horse either. It's about educating people about what leadership means to the horse and how to achieve leadership qualities so we can prove to the horse we are worthy of their trust. Warmly, Caroline

[@veronikazizkova201]

Couldn't this lead to running away, when a horse is without rope?

[@moniqueprince7845]

Should I be letting my horse Lancer rub his face on me when I am patting and rubbing him? Ty

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Monique and Welcome! Great question and it all depends on their energy, how they come into your space, share space, rub on you. Example would be your horse coming into you quickly, pushing into you aggressively, knocking you around. It doesn't feel good, physically or energetically. The opposite is your horse softly coming into your space and rubbing. In the end, I want to share soft, mindful, space with my horses, it's part of the language of equus and being accepted as one of their own. Does that make sense?

[@moniqueprince7845]

@@TaoofHorsemanship Thank you for getting back to me. It's mostly the good kind. Sometimes he gives me a shove w his nose. He's a 16.2H warmblood and I'm 5'4 125lbs... So I'm thinking when he shoves me a bit on those few times I should back him up w my energy and put him out of my space in response???

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

@@moniqueprince7845 I wish it was that simple. He could be trying to tell you something when he pushes, shoves, harder. Everyone is taught to back their horse up when they crowd them, push on them and honestly, your horse is telling you something. Maybe 1% of the time they are being rude, and it's up to us to teach them to respect our space and ask questions and be mindful. That's what their species does when they raise the young. Anyone that gives you one answer for this, how to correct it, is wrong and that's because they aren't there to see, it feel it, read it. Remember, reading horses and understanding them takes time, experience and education.

[@moniqueprince7845]

@@TaoofHorsemanship When he does it he wants my attention and more lovin'! I'm his only physical interaction. And he's very social but all the horses are separated at this barn. I'm not really a punisher type of gal. More tolerable in general of everything. And I don't get angry. Just trying to figure out the horse language. We're making great progress tho, cuz yesterday I got on him and rode briefly for the first time since starting your suggestions a few months ago.

[@ceciliehaagensen133]

I'm gonna try this on my gelding, he has NADA respect 😑

[@sammysimao5057]

Cecilie Haagensen How did it go?

[@ceciliehaagensen133]

@@sammysimao5057 he already respect me alot more! He doesn't eat grass, when I walk with him, and he doesn't try to bite me, when i put his rug on anymore. I would deffinetly recommend this metode!

[@sammysimao5057]

Cecilie Haagensen thats great to hear!

[@mickihudson209]

Im working on it too. I'm glad there's others struggling too.

[@gloriannepapolis3191]

his face was smashed in and you hit him in the face, what happen to respect

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hello Glorianne and Welcome! There is a huge and obvious difference between hitting a horse and giving a horse the opportunity, through rhythmic warning, to get out of the way. I am giving this horse the opportunity to learn and develop trust. I'm sorry you don't see that. By using repetitive, rhythmic, driving pressure you are able to work with their emotional thresholds (fears) and develop enough trust to teach them to stay connected (focused), pay attention, stay mentally engaged and most of all think. Should I make contact with the horse it is only because they are frozen, checked out, and are not using their thinking brain which would help them respond accordingly (move out of the way) vs react. This practice is also about feel and timing, allowing the horse time to process and digest, using Chakra energies to help ground the horse, so that when they do tune in they feel safe. Again, I talk about all of this, explaining my purpose. Sorry you can't see how effective this practice is and most of all how healing it is for the horse. This is a fabulous exercise and technique for any horse that suffers PTSD and has trauma and fear. I am also a trauma specialist and I understand how important it is to rebuilding trust. You can't do that by ignoring a horse's fears or triggers. You have to work them through those emotions in order to fully restore them. Wishing you all the best! Caroline

[@simplyblue2375]

If he’s been traumatized and has his face smashed in, why are you hitting him on the face? Imagine if you broke your leg or something and then a person came and started hitting you on you leg with a lead rope. So what was the face hitting for? And also, I thought horses weren’t supposed to be afraid of lead ropes and their owners, but that seems that’s what your doing. I’m confused. Can you explain?

[@TheWayshower]

Hi Simply Blue :) ... I think an important thing to realize in this video is that Caroline has probably already spent a good amount of time loving up on the horse & helping it to trust her (that's probably why he wants to stay close to her) ... She's helping him to regain his confidence and to understand that he doesn't have to stand on top of her to feel safe ... ... She's not really hitting the horse, it doesn't always connect with his face and if it does it will feel more like a hard tap than a hit ... Horses are extremely sensitive, but at the same time you have to keep in mind that if the touch isn't done the right way, they'll ignore it because they will simply think of it like a pesky fly ... Your example of a broken leg is perfect ... so, imagine that now you wince every time anything comes near your leg ... you are now conditioned to be afraid of anything touching your leg ... pain & the trauma that created that pain can remain with a person or animal for a lifetime if it is allowed to ... so you see a therapist (physical & psychological) to help you regain your confidence and muscle ... this is what Caroline is doing. ... Trust me, she is Not hurting the horse in this video ... if you watch it's posture (just in the few minutes of this video) you can see that he's already learning not to be afraid of the rope and he's giving her more of his attention and he's not really stressed out after his initial reaction. Horses can be dangerous animals ... their weight and size alone make them dangerous. If you've ever been in an area with more than one horse, or an enclosed area with only one horse that isn't sure of you, you will understand how important Personal Space is to your safety. Horses shouldn't be afraid of the ropes nor their 'owners' ... Caroline isn't trying to instill fear, she's using the rope as an extension of her arm (if the horse needs to be 3 feet away, her arm alone is not long enough so she needs a tool to use as an extension) to help him understand that he doesn't need to be on top of her all the time. If the horse was becoming afraid of her through her methods, he would be keeping his distance from her, but he keeps moving back in to be close to her because that's where he feels safe ♥ You can see by his posture that when he's close to her that he is still very comfortable ... and nearing the end you can see that he's already becoming more comfortable standing a few feet away. She understands that he's been severely abused in the past, and she's trying to help him understand that he's no longer in danger, that no one is going to hurt him again ... she's trying to give him back his confidence, she's trying to help think before acting out of fear ... which is important for both the rider's safety and the horse's safety. Horses can be great teachers for all of us ... because they are so sensitive to energy, they tend to mirror what is happening inside of the people working with them ... that makes it important for their human to be confident and exhibit the traits that Caroline talks about in this video. My horse helped me to 'step into my power' in a gentle way ... I learned how to say 'no' without being overbearing, I learned how to ask for what I want without whining, she taught me how to be strong without being a 'bitch' ... ♥♥♥

[@gloriannepapolis3191]

never hit in the face please

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hello Glorianne and Welcome! There is a huge and obvious difference between hitting a horse and giving a horse the opportunity, through rhythmic warning, to get out of the way. I am giving this horse the opportunity to learn and develop trust. I'm sorry you don't see that. By using repetitive, rhythmic, driving pressure you are able to work with their emotional thresholds (fears) and develop enough trust to teach them to stay connected (focused), pay attention, stay mentally engaged and most of all think. Should I make contact with the horse it is only because they are frozen, checked out, and are not using their thinking brain which would help them respond accordingly (move out of the way) vs react. This practice is also about feel and timing, allowing the horse time to process and digest, using Chakra energies to help ground the horse, so that when they do tune in they feel safe. Again, I talk about all of this, explaining my purpose. Sorry you can't see how effective this practice is and most of all how healing it is for the horse. This is a fabulous exercise and technique for any horse that suffers PTSD and has trauma and fear. I am also a trauma specialist and I understand how important it is to rebuilding trust. You can't do that by ignoring a horse's fears or triggers. You have to work them through those emotions in order to fully restore them. Wishing you all the best! Caroline

[@kbairful]

My first visit to your site. I will visit again & share your videos with my daughter & others. Like your methods. Life with horses is an unending learning experience for us humans too. But the last sentence of your reply here to Glorianne, took your gracious response and made it demeaning & sarcastic. Too bad you're not above that. It is possible to be as kind and responsive to people in a positive way as you are to horses.

[@jenni9536]

Leadership??? I would never snap a horse in the nose with a leadrope..! Especially one thats been smashed in the face and had previous unknown trama. This woman is boring and talks way too much, sounds like shes trying to convince herself shes not a nutcase.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Jenni and Welcome! You really need to get over yourself, seriously. I am so tired of people like you who voice their emotional opinions without any fact or experience to back it up. You are not a specialist in trauma like me. You have no idea what it takes to work through trauma. Not to mention your judgement is clouded because you are too emotional and attached to what you see. These training videos are for education and not to be used by people like you who need a platform to boost their ego. In the end, all you could focus on was that one area. You missed the entire presentation on leadership. Have some respect and tolerance for others and keep you uneducated opinions to yourself.

[@MattyDemello]

I don't like hitting either BUT you NEED to be willing to go to that point. For instance if a horse becomes dangerous from people babying them and the horse kicks out at people. I need to be willing to hit a horse. In the end she made that horse more comfortable. Allowing a horse to be spooky or lacking confidence & the horse is on top of you. By stopping that fast. You teach the horse to be more confident and less spooky. I get it. I don't like the hitting but I won't lie and say I never have done that. I worked and fixed a dangerous horse 1 day that was going to be put to slaughter "which is a dam shame" all because the owners didn't set rules and limits and wasn't assertive and clear. When a horse starts kicking at you like crazy and is coming at you trying to bite you at your knees which is what he did. I chased him around as if he was going to die. I had to go to that extreme to make him safe again. The horse is now owned by a kid. Crazy how bad he use to be and almost dead.

[@kbairful]

She has a good approach & is knowledgeable but agree, she talks too much and very little demonstration.

[@Jefferdaughter]

Jenni, I get your concern. When I watched the video again and again, it became more clear that the leadrope barely touched the horse. The angle of the video and the type of lens is not ideal. It is hard to see just how much this horse was crowding her. And that the 'pressure' was 99.9% motion of the leadrope and energy, and that it hardly made contact. The horse's reaction shows that it was not really snapped nor hit in the nose, in spite of the poor angle of the video. At least that is what this viewer sees.

[@sarahnystrom8517]

Then you probably don't want to learn about horses cause you're ego is in the way

[@user-gl3dv1ss1d]

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[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi and Welcome! I don't read unless it's in my hand so I stay on track. Change begins with mindset and awareness. Talking is where we begin.

[@TheMoodyRose]

as soon as she started smacking him in the face with the rope i quit watching

[@danielthomas3333]

Far more effective is to just touch him on the chest. She’s really is not qualified to give this video demonstration