Arabian Horse, Farouk, Bolts.

I have been riding Farouk at the walk for a week and I felt this morning was the day to do our first trot. He was more reactive today, even though I have been consistent with his training over the week. Video taken 21st May.

[@chelseaarcher6868]

If the horse is nervous or uncertain and moving around when you are trying to get on, you shouldn't be riding it yet, it needs more training and desensitization. It is dangerous to get on a horse like that! Just my opinion.

[@Tara101]

Thank for taking the time to comment Chelsea

[@jerrymillsap8321]

Chelsea is correct. Much more ground work!!

[@Tara101]

No he does not Jerry

[@jaylaberesford9326]

No it’s because it’s a Arab there like that you obviously don’t know about arabs Tara is right so leave her alone you idiots it’s how the horses are

[@chelseaarcher6868]

My sister owns an Arab and i know exactly how they are, yes they are naturally sensitive, but you can train or desensitize any horse, arab or not. we are just sharing our opinions, no need to get angry and call names. arabs are sensitive but should not be as sensitive as the horse in this video, this horse is dangerous and needs more desensitization first.

[@About2Rain]

No disrespect meant here, but I would not get on a horse in this frame of mind. He needs to be on a lunge line until he settles down. He is as high as a kite in this session. You are very brave!

[@elizabethgrace7354]

Stupidity makes people put themselves and their horses in knowingly poor situations, not bravery.

[@maureenstringer4362]

Tara is anything but stupid, she has a proven track record which, judging by the standards Farouk has reached now she has proven herself over and over again. All young horses will give you a “surprise” during their experience of being ridden as opposed to being lunged or handled while you are on the ground. I remember watching this video at the time of filming, and having nothing but admiration for Tara’s handling of Farouk, her kindness coupled with confidence and knowledge is to be admired. 👏

[@dnr2089]

She already said she lunged him before she got on him

[@About2Rain]

@@dnr2089 I would have gotten off and put him back on the lunge.

[@symplicitythearabianmare242]

@@About2Rain exactly Arabians especially young ones get excited even my now 20 year old shows her butt at times so I force her to walk in a circle till she calms down then we retry no luck then I dismount & lunge again!

[@indysk8r32]

Oh how this brings back memories. I know this feeling well when they’re just feeling like they are going to jump to the moon at any given second. The whole internet has already given you their opinions on what you should and shouldn’t done etc etc, so you’ve probably had enough of that. I have three horses, one Paint, one half-Arab, and one full Arab. I love Arabs. They get a bad reputation but once you get involved with the breed, it’s a fantastic experience. Even when they make you have a heart attack every once in a while. Good on you for staying on and staying calm.

[@Tara101]

Thank you indysk8r32, people that don't ride or ride a plod have no clue about a reactive horse, but they are missing out on a special relationship if you can stay the course

[@msbabio]

How wonderful to have your hubby there supporting you. 👍🏻

[@Tara101]

Yes I am very lucky that he loves the horses and helps look after them

[@desertflower89]

Wow, 😯you've come a long way with all your horses, especially Farouk. 🐎I've been subscribed to your channel for a few months and it's only now that I've realised it! Congrats to you! 👍👏🏆I'm glad Farouk, Apollo and Bella ended up with you...! 😊Thank you for sharing your experiences!

[@Tara101]

Thank you so much!

[@Flash3-22]

Been loving your recent videos of Farouk galloping across the countryside. It is heartening to see how much your training has paid off. He goes from 0-60 in a moment.

[@Tara101]

😊

[@18BDM]

I've just come from some more of your recent videos and wow, not the same horse!! You've done so well with him! Not to mention the reaction instincts you have. Very much enjoying your videos.

[@Tara101]

Thank you so much!

[@judycook4314]

Bianca Walker I totally agree. Tara stayed calm but firm with Farouk and by the end of the video he had calmed down quite a bit. It seems to me that this is a process he had to go through and now he’s good with things.

[@janisgriffith2919]

I agree with Bianca. I’m going back in time two years to this video. Farouk is the horse version of a sports car! You’re so good with him, and brave too!

[@SK-eq6xp]

I love how dainty his face is. So cute

[@kaimartin1721]

One thing i have learnt that i think may be useful for you, is that when your horse bolts, not every time tho, let him bolt but when he is finished, keep him going, make the move on your terms, but if you dont want to do that try your one rein halt, and disengage the hindquarters. And the more ground work the better, do you have a natural horseman ship trainer or anything like that, they r very helpful with establishing respect, suppleness, response, a bond, and a lot more that is important for a horse. Love his name tho its so pretty.

[@Tara101]

Many thanks for your comments. I don't have a trainer. However I do have an excellent classical dressage instructor

[@l.wolfbrother1734]

I do that too. I also release pressure or make the horse move in small circles. Or I do the emergency stop (only when I'm riding without bit, because you can easily pull the bit through the mouth) (I think it's also called anime reign stop?). I love to do groundwork with my horses too ^^

[@cm6995]

An instructor from my barn tells me she made her horse go even faster after the bolt and that she didn't let him stop but kept him galloping for a good 15 minutes. The horse has never bolted on her ever since.

[@msbabio]

Tara I did notice that you did carry on trotting him after he tried to bolt. You appeared to stop quickly and as if nothing had happened you trotted him. 💕

[@Tara101]

Yes you need to carry on and put that incedent out of your mind.

[@doreenfawcett9717]

Wow I was holding my breath but Tara you did really well I’m speechless your very brave. Bless you Dee . So very well done 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@alisonmcphail8173]

It seems I'm watching (from Australia) your videos in the wrong order, as I've seen so many of you having awesome rides on both horses, who have the best bahaviour, and now just seen this one of Farouk, one week after being first backed, having a little 'startle'. I'm loving it all. Especially the way both lads are 'voice activated'. I don't know your experience, but think you are doing a marvellous job. And to see riding happening in huge private green and harvested fields, bridle tracks, forests, country lanes and public beaches is wonderful.

[@Tara101]

thanks Alison 🥰

[@catherinelagrande7836]

I watch in the wrong order. It's seldom that I get to watch.

[@judycook4314]

I enjoyed watching the horse trying to figure out what was being asked of him, and Tara being so kind and patient yet getting the response she wants. He certainly is beautiful and high spirited!

[@Tara101]

🥰

[@janetdoecke4391]

Tara, he has come a long way from here to now in October 2021 when I am looking at this video, you despite the comments of others, you have done well and come a long way with him! All down to lots of love and patience I think are the keys to his trust in you!

[@isabelalvarez2149]

After seeing all these "keyboard warriors" who think they know what they are doing. I think you did great job handling him! You didn't jerk or "punish" his for being antsy, you quickly and calmly got to him back under control. Can't wait to see what else do with him! Once again, great job!

[@Tara101]

Wow what a lovely thing to say Isabel thank you

[@doratheconnemarra3707]

Isabel Alvarez Do u ride horses ? The way she pulled she could have ripped his mouth out

[@dnr2089]

@@doratheconnemarra3707 Ripped his mouth out?! 🤣 Not even physically possible!

[@maggiebillon588]

She rushed the training and horse is under weight

[@maggiebillon588]

This type of example sets horse up for failure! Someone with more training will have to fix or horse will end up in slaughter

[@katyp5384]

You’re asking him to trot but then as soon as he trots you panic and you end up pulling back on the reins. So essentially you are telling him to go and stop and the same time?

[@Tara101]

No that's not correct he is surging forward perhaps you can’t see it on the video

[@darlenemassey6161]

Just came across your video and I enjoyed how you handled Farouk. This is real horse training. Horses don't come all ready and perfect. Real horsemanship is getting them and yourself there. One will experience behaviors that require training. I think Farouk learned alot from that session. The way your are training him with firmness, consistency and love -- Farouk will become a superb horse.

[@Tara101]

many thanks, I am pleased to say he never bolted again from that day to this 😊

[@jamiescott5461]

Thank you for sharing. Everyone is such a critic and mean. You, at least, are being vulnerable and showing us.

[@Tara101]

Just telling it as it is. Not just showing the best bits, not always pritty, but we so love all our animals there is no way we would hurt them, but sometimes you have to be firm.

[@Majkita25]

Indeed and some year later the horse is doin great. It is newer pretty but time shows the hard work.

[@anntaplin4960]

Having worked, ridden and owned Arabs (including regularly riding an Arab Stallion), trained Arabs for Endurance, I feel that I can offer some sound advice to you and Farouk. From watching a few of your videos you seem timid about riding him and you need to send him forward more. You rely to heavily on the reins instead of your seat. If you have control of the hind legs then the front end will soften and the head will drop naturally Even with the early stages of backing and schooling, the horse should move forward with a balanced pace. Try lunging more to develop this and practice riding without stirrups and reins on a safe horse. This will boost your confidence, balance and seat. Arabs sense the seat much more than other breeds and Farouk was feeling your hands more which scared him. I rescued a 3 year old Arab who was going to be shot because he was labelled dangerous. I was happily riding him for 20 years. Hope this friendly advice helps you both.......

[@Tara101]

thanks Ann, have you seen him now in his latest videos?

[@anntaplin4960]

@@Tara101 Not yet. will watch tonight. I just love Arabs, for their spirit and kindness. My boy died a few years ago and I still miss him like crazy. It was found, after death, that he had a brain tumor and in his last year he was having fits. Rest in peace Goldleaf Easter Boy (Boots)......

[@user-qh9jd9fl1s]

You are correct in what you have said, l also had arabs, she's far to nervous

[@st7323]

Tara, I love Farouk’s little ear covers! He’s a precious baby and you are so brave and good with him. It’s apparent that he’s scared, but he wants so much to trust you that he’s going to be okay and you’re doing a wonderful job assuring him that he will be. So proud of you, you’re doing great! I love watching ur videos and thank you for sharing 💝 Blessings to you and ur beautiful babies! From Kentucky, America! 🙏🏽🙋🏽

[@Tara101]

Many thanks for your continuing support S T

[@st7323]

Tara , thanks for responding and no thanks needed! I love animals and domesticated, well horses are my favorite, without a doubt!! Totally enjoy your videos because your horses are so beautiful and intelligent, but I’m sorta partial to your Friesians. Had never saw or heard of that breed before seeing yours and now I’m a huge fan! I think I love everything about them, so special. 💝 I could probably go on and on, but I’m sure you are probably out enjoying ur babies! Again thanks for entertaining my praises 😃 Be safe and my name is Selest by the way!🙋🏽

[@autumnisnothere]

I love the way you were managing Farouk. You stayed firm and patient through his anxiousness with many well-deserved "good boy" praises. You can see from his head movements that he understands and acknowledges those praises. He's quite a smart boy!

[@Tara101]

👍😃💜💚❤️💙🧡

[@chrisdouglass7962]

This one popped up in my feed today, again glad it did, to have seen how he is now then look back to see him how he was then was very nice 😊 reactive yes but as I knew it had the reactive has gone from baby scared and confused to I'm a horse now and I'm gonna do my mumma proud!! 🥰 Very well done Tara!! 😁

[@lisahardy3203]

Hello I dont think he was ready for trotting! He needed to really relax and bring his head down and relax through his body! Snatching his face can lead to bigger and worse problems. You never want him to become afraid of your hands.

[@alyssatheequestrian7584]

She only did that because he bolted, that’s everyone’s reaction to a bolt. And no horse is ever really ready for a trot... you have to bit the bullet and give it ur best go

[@karenbellini2240]

It's nice to see Farouk when he was younger. A bit wild. Beautiful horse. 🐎

[@amazinggrace392]

Given, his level of training, at the time of this video, Farouk did really well. All green horses are easily spooked. It takes patience, resilience and kindness in training to work through those moments. You have to start from somewhere- there is no absolutely perfect time to start riding a young horse. Well done. 👏👏👏

[@shannonbaker7904]

What a difference you can see in newer videos. People that start and train horses are seriously brave and know what they are doing. You have an absolutely wonderful taste in horses Tara and its amazing how you've bought them on and trained them. I love how you always talk to them too.

[@pipr5070]

Hi Tara, I’ve found if you cross your reins one over the other to form a bridge you have more control as you can shorten the reins quickly. If he bolts, drop your right or left rein down to their shoulder. This forces their head down and around, which stops the bolting and you remain in control. Constant gentle half halts will also bring his head down too, when he drops his head, stop the gentle half halts. He’ll learn to keep his head down then. Ive seen your later videos and he’s improving day by day. Perhaps hacking him out with being led from Apollo will also get him out and about “spooky” things, and he’ll still benefit from the outing.

[@Tara101]

Thanks Pip. I prefer not to hack a young horse out in company until he is confident by himself because they can come to depaend on another horse to go with them instead of being self assured.

[@Teaally1913]

Farouk is beautiful and lucky to have found you. You area is beautiful also.

[@kedzimorgan7935]

You’ve done an amazing job with him! Love your amazing Hunt Videos!

[@Tara101]

Thanks a bunch! 😊

[@debbies2628]

I don't know the background of this horse, but it appears to me that he needs more ground work. He is very apprehensive with things and the way you are moving very slowly around him, makes it look like you are worried he might get scared. They feed off your feelings. If you think he might get scared, he will get scared. If more ground work were done with him, he wouldn't be so leery of the mounting box, and he wouldn't be worried about the stirrup or other things touching him, etc. Also, working on the ground could teach him to trot when you want him to trot and not just for a few steps. Otherwise, it appears that you are a good rider, but it looks like there were some steps that were missed before getting on his back.

[@Tara101]

Hi Debbie please take a look at his other video's, there are quite a few to choose from, if you have the time. Thanks for writing in anyway.

[@cm6995]

True, I was nervous at the beginning and I am behind a screen.

[@lauraharmour]

How old is the horse? He looks very young.

[@susankrout4954]

That's the first thing I thought. This horse isn't any where near ready to ride. He needs ground work. I love Warwick Shiller!

[@Rammgirl]

We have all been played. This video is clearly done to get the attention of anyone that is good with horses, and it worked perfectly. Posting a video under the guise of 'look how well he did' while demonstrating some of the worst techniques in the book was bait and several of us fell for this hook, line, and sinker. The only feedback that is 'acceptable' are the praises of 'well done' and 'nice horse' while not looking past the fancy equipment and flighty Arabian. Well done Tara, well done.

[@seanmueller556]

He is a magnificent horse! I had no idea the work it took to get him settled to where he is at now at the end of 2020! I just love all of your horses!

[@juliefranck8510]

Wow you did a great job, stayed calm and now look what you have. You are an encouragement to me as I have a young mare just starting.

[@Tara101]

Best of luck! 🥰

[@pj8143]

You doing a great job Tara on Farouk & he has come along way. 🥕🥕💖💜💛💙🧡

[@Tara101]

thank you💜

[@Espilmy]

He is doing so well! This is his first bolt (I think)!! It shows how far you will and have gone and when you look back at this video in a year I know for a fact we will all see an amazing difference in him! If you keep up the amazing work he will become an amazing horse and I know he is amazing now also but I can't wait to see the difference In a year!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Tara101]

Hi Wolfy yes this was his first bolt but I managed to turn him so prevented any physical damage and he was not to shuck up afterwards which enabled us to carry on and by the end he was much more relaxed. I think he was proud of himself, he seemed to feel good in himself.

[@Espilmy]

@@Tara101 that is really amazing! I'm so glad you were able to keep him calm and safe! You are a great trainer!

[@meloniedropik3539]

It is now 2022, three years on after this video was posted. It has been extremely amusing reading all of the predictions of darkness and doom for Farouk. They said that Tara was ruining him. He was never going to be able to carry a rider. Stopping him from bolting by using the reins guaranteed that he'd never trust a rider again. On and on and on. I wonder if any of them has bothered to follow Farouk to find out if they were right? I guess not. I know for sure none of the commenters who were so very concerned, and only saying mean things because they really, really cared about the horse, has shown up to apologize and acknowledge that they were wrong. All they wanted to do was make themselves feel good by tearing someone else down. Farouk is such a delightful horse. He loves Tara and they make such a lovely team. He's now competing in endurance events and doing very well. I love it when a story has such a lovely outcome.

[@Tara101]

♥️

[@deirdreryan7402]

I’ve been watching your more recent videos. I love to hear you speak to all of your horses. Your demeanor makes me calm as well! 😊 I was taught at a very young age to bridge my reins. This came in handy when I was riding a very strong, hard mouthed Quarter Horse on a trail with a small group. He went from calmly standing still to a bolt within a second. He was bitten, nothing happened otherwise the other horses would’ve reacted as well. Noooo just me! He would not turn his head at all until there was a bend in the trail. I reached over and grabbed the reins as close to the bit as possible and kept turning him in a circle, smaller and smaller until he finally halted. Each time I tried to get him to calmly walk on he tried to bolt again. My instructor suggested for me to get off and get in her huge eventing horse who I’ve ridden many times before. That QH tried it with her as well! We checked for bites, scratches, anything. Nope. He just had enough and wanted to go home because that’s the direction he was heading. I was 14 years old. But by that time I had already ridden horses that reared and bucked.

[@Tara101]

tfs 😊

[@alixiahxnkinnn4870]

I LOVE his ears and cute little face ahh he's the sweetest

[@annmariebaileysabelsabel5250]

What are the blue paper things doing on his ears?

[@plousia]

To keep flies off, they're probably nylon not paper

[@5581debdo1]

Im new to your films. Well Tara, you are a long way on now with Farouk. "The proof is in the pudding" so to speak. He has come along lovely. Well done to you!

[@Tara101]

many thanks🥰

[@shouloakleyaha7576]

Tara you have done that many can not with an Arabian has they are a breed of there own and can be very stubborn and extremely stong willed,to do wot u have done shows u are a good determined rider and owner!fudge the critical comments!!X

[@Tara101]

@@shouloakleyaha7576 you comments mean a lot to me, thank you 🥰

[@Robin-sb7vu]

Tara, great job on that day with Farouk. Every horse new to being under saddle will react in a very worried way. It doesn't matter how much ground work you do on them. It feels different and the human is now on their back where predators strike. They are a prey animal. On a brighter note from all the peps on here that have posted negative notes. Farouk looks like he will have a absolutely lovely trot when you get further down the road with him! Thank you Tara for posting your journey with him!

[@Tara101]

Thanks Robin x

[@Teresasblaze]

I love your patience with the training. Good job.

[@Tara101]

thank you😃

[@margritneuenhagen6950]

Farouk surprised me, he must be younger in the video, it was amazing how cool you stayed Tara when he took his little bolt. Beautiful horse !

[@Tara101]

he was only four and just under saddle

[@margritneuenhagen6950]

@@Tara101 That explains it. But the next day he did super well. You have a smart horse. I love him!

[@joannalogan2603]

I think you’re just brilliant. Kind and understanding.

[@Tulipsaki]

Gosh, so many geniuses in the comments. I’ll stay ignorant and enjoy the videos,

[@2426butterfly]

Farouk must love to bolt where ever he goes. He is probably good for a horse race. ❤️

[@triciamacmillan1211]

Question for you Tara, do you lunge Farouk before riding? I have an Arabian mare and it seems to take the edge off if she is feeling frisky.

[@Tara101]

Yes in all the videos posted so far of Farouk I always spend 10 to 15mins lunging.

[@tracym6297]

@@Tara101 does that include training, like yielding to pressure and change of direction, moving forward and back?

[@Tara101]

Most certainly it does.

[@tracym6297]

@@Tara101 that's good. So many people think simply running them round and round until they're breathing hard is all that's needed.

[@mrssadieadler4874]

Barn witches have come out to play again 😂🤣😂🤣😂 I think u did a great job well done 😊😊😁😁😁

[@Tara101]

thank you, I had a lot of bad comments for pulling him round but he has never bolted again. I could have edited it out, but I wanted to show the good and the bad and how I delt with this very dangerous behaviour

[@mrssadieadler4874]

Tara Awwwww ignore the comments most ppl on here don’t know what they are talking about an try an make you look bad just ignore them 😁😁😁

[@user-nr5rw4gc6l]

Barn witches, not heard that before but I'll definitely remember it!😂

[@haleylahaie3740]

May I ask what the whole, "head down", thing is? I've always just let my boy do whatever he wants with his head and he usually keeps it down and relaxed, and if he's not relaxed then his head is up and looking around and making sure that I'm ok with whatever is happening.

[@Oakleaf700]

Probably a ''domination'' thing on behalf of the rider :(

[@helenbirch9877]

I am no expert about horses, but from comments in other videos from people who are expert, keeping the head down stretches the back muscles and helps the horse to develop its hindquarters. It is not related to dominance.

[@Oakleaf700]

@@helenbirch9877 But she hauled the head down only momentarily. That is much more of a ''Domination'' thing. How on earth would this short, hauling, downwards force do anything for his muscles? He looks gangly and babyish, and unbalanced....No way would he be at a stage to be ''engaging his quarters''...plus, he is an Arab who aren't the Dressage horse types.

[@coffeecat8826]

Helen Birch I’m not expert either but I 100% agree with you

[@helenbirch9877]

@@coffeecat8826 Thanks. When Tara rides, her horses respond to the voice command "head down," so when she is leading the horse, a downward tug on the reins with the verbal command could reinforce its meaning. While Tara is firmly in charge, she does not dominate in the sense of bullying. The videos make that very clear. But I don't want to argue with someone who knows more about horses than I do.

[@doreenfawcett9717]

Oh very well done 👍 love how you talk to him all the time . He’s a little darling beautiful 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴😍

[@Tara101]

😊🐴

[@robertanette]

I wonder if all these “clever” people has seen how well Farouk is doing now and how far this very “on his toes” horse has come under your training.

[@Tara101]

thank you very much for following his progress 👍💚❤️💙💛🌈💜😊

[@terriedwards1770]

He has come along way ..I had a Arab filly a breed is just a breed it's the training the care the LOVE and the way you be one with your horse it's the same with every breed. There not born all of sudden with knowing everything !!!

[@michdoug1]

Yes, she rides him all the time, he’s great...so is she...

[@Enormeeta]

How do you get his mane so long? Does braiding help?

[@Tara101]

I only braid to stop his mane getting really tangled

[@Enormeeta]

@@Tara101 What do you feed him?

[@shanarablue339]

I think folks forget in the heat of the action we react with our hands wether we remember or not, the trick is if possible is to keep them down in the natural position but like I said as we all horse owners know from experience , we all get caught off guard at sum point . ❤️

[@karenmessinger9609]

I love Arabians. He's gorgeous. I had an Arabian when I was growing up. She was 16 hands & I'm 4'11. Yes, my mom had a sense of humor. Seriously though, she was the best horse I ever had.

[@bumblebeeautobot92]

What kind of girth is that?? That looks really comfortable for the horse and more secure

[@Tara101]

It's made by Wow. It's Apollos girth as I don't know yet what will suit Farouk the best

[@catherinelagrande7836]

Farouk is such a drama queen! 😅 The ear decoration is adorable!🤗 I am sure there's a technical reason for the ear covers. So adorable.

[@Tara101]

its to stop the flies getting inside the ears

[@ruthgoebel723]

Great reaction on that bolt! He is doing very well; it all takes time.

[@Tara101]

glad you understand 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@ruthgoebel723]

Tara A lot of people do not realize that ANY horse can bolt and that there is no such thing as a truly ‘bombproof’ horse. Horses, especially young, high-strung ones will often spook at the scary monster in the corner of the arena, or try to jump the shadow on the floor, etc. I often rode a Morgan cross who hated the one corner of the arena and she was much older than Farouk. Good job continuing on after the bolt. It makes him realize that bolting will not end his lessons and that YOU are the boss. ❤️

[@Tara101]

he has never done it since, so a well learned lesson

[@sheionafinn5138]

Well done...yes he spooked but he was listening to you. If he wanted to really bolt he would have.💪🐎💕

[@jayneterry8701]

Wow that had some tense moments ! He looked so sweet back then. Love that blue ears cap 💙

[@kirsijarvelin2717]

Wau! It’s good to see, where you started with Faruk. Respect!

[@TessaLinda1995]

Although I'd probably try to work with this horse in a different way, you obviously know what you're doing. Nice job staying on and Farouk's absolutely gorgeous!

[@Tara101]

Thanks 👍

[@jungshook3423]

It's amazing seeing the difference and comparing him from.a year ago to the current days. This video is a lovely reminder of awareness like compared to now.

[@andrewcj1648]

Hi I've just started watching your videos so I am starting at the most recent and going back in time. Fabulous how Farouk is now compared to this video. I hope all the critics out there have eaten humble pie. I can't believe how horrible people can be. I now start my day with coffee and watching your videos. I look forward to watching Bellas journey. x

[@Tara101]

Welcome aboard!

[@maryvanessa9909]

Beautiful Boy, 🐎🙂🙏 Luv your horse,

[@maryvanessa9909]

Just try a little lounging both ways that will get him relaxed 😌

[@anniekekoegelenberg1301]

Tara, could I ask that you maybe could add the real date of the video or even an estimate?

[@Tara101]

Yes I have looked it up and it was 21st May 2018

[@anniekekoegelenberg1301]

Tara thank you, well sat by the way :)

[@variablestar90]

How your work with Farouk looks like today? :)

[@Tara101]

More video's coming this weekend

[@michellepaustenbaugh7144]

Well done. I can identify so well with how you may have been feeling.

[@seanmueller556]

2020 September-- he sure has come a long way!

[@mollydion8311]

O my he's so lean here. Looks like a three year old. So interesting to go back in time. ❤🐎

[@Tara101]

He actually had just turned four in that video

[@mollydion8311]

@@Tara101 ❤🐎

[@viviennepopek]

Bit scary there Tara! But what a great job you did back then! It's December now and what a transformation! All your patience, training, care and attention has paid off for sure 👍💐👍

[@Tara101]

Yes it was, you do have to be sharp sometimes in training. I got a lot of bad comments on this video but Farouk needed to know that this behaviour was not acceptable and after that day he never did it again. I could have edited it out but I want my videos to be as accurate as possible.

[@viviennepopek]

@@Tara101 Yes I had noticed 😡 hence why I made my comment! I don't understand why people are quick to criticize because you explain everything you're doing, even when things go wrong, which is not that often! It's obvious you are training your horses. I also support you with regards talking to your horses because they ARE listening and they ARE responding to it. When I was learning to ride we were not allowed to do that and I believe it should be part of a horse's training, both voice and leg 👍😀

[@raraavis7782]

What a fiery little guy he is! It must be a relief to to sit on one of your good natured Frisians afterwards, I bet 😉 Like sitting in a Limousine after driving a Ferrari around a racing track - exciting but nerve racking!

[@Tara101]

Great comment Rara Avis

[@amandaparon5687]

Good job staying on! Arabs are amazingly sensitve beings that can fly like the wind! I know first hand because I have one too, or should I say he has me 💞 He has taught me so much about myself! Enjoy your journey with your boy. Thank you for sharing your experience with us☺️

[@Tara101]

many thanks

[@juliehanson6158]

Tara..as an old horsewoman I think you are doing a great job, but (just my opinion) Farouk is being rewarded for doing things his way. Make him do it your way. Btw..he looks great as do you.

[@Tara101]

Hi Julie thank you for watching, I see where your coming from.

[@gemmahoang1162]

Aw hes so beautiful first time watching these videos

[@Amsprinkle]

Is this the first time for him to wear the ear covers ?

[@Tara101]

No he has worn them quite often because of the midges

[@xdana0029]

You have such a good control on him i like how he is improving you are wonderful with horses :)

[@Tara101]

Thank you AnaMaria

[@caprisanzari1959]

Have you had his teeth checked? I don’t know you or your horse but I know from my own horses that if they had hooks on their back teeth they became very sensitive and skittish. One of our horses can go years without having his teeth filed and another needed them done every 6 months. Even the slightest movement of rein could cause discomfort if his teeth needed to be filed. Just food for thought 😊 He’s absolutely stunning!

[@Tara101]

Yes he had his teeth checked and rasped by the vet that castrated him shortly after he arrived as there was no record of when he was last seen.

[@jobond3317]

I love your lovely calm hands, especially with an excited nervous Arab. Plus your patience. Just never seen voice aids work as you use them.

[@Tara101]

they do understand some words 😊

[@poyznelf]

wow, this is such a different Farouk from today. Now he needs almost no encouragement and he is so good at keeping his head down and on the bit.

[@kanamichelle7404]

I love all of the advice, and about a million different opinions. Yes, I understand there are more training methods than words in a newspaper. In my day, they used to just throw a saddle on them and let them buck until they were done.😂

[@Tara101]

Great comment Kana

[@larinvermont3271]

As you noticed, Farouk was definitely up on his toes from the beginning, and that scare when he tried to bolt was the fatal straw. Farouk is an extremely high strung mount, and I'm afraid he's always going to be an advanced ride.

[@Tara101]

Hi Lar yes he was on his toes, quite nornal I think for a reactive youngster. I don't understance what you mean by " fatal straw?"

[@larinvermont3271]

@@Tara101 If I was seeing correctly - and not always accurate over video - Farouk was even more wound up after he spooked. On the video, it appeared that he was extremely nervous whenever he went by the same spot, and he was even more skittish from that time at any point in the arena. From what I could see in the video, it appeared you were working very hard on managing him, and Farouk really wanted to keep right on bolting and running away from what scared him. Farouk's a gorgeous mount, with what looks to be a great gait, but at his age it appears he is very high strung and is a definite handful to ride; you show a lot of patience dealing with him. Compared to Apollo as an example, Farouk is a definitely over-wound clock a lot of the time with a large dose of a colt's flight instinct still very present [if you can't tell, I envy you having Apollo]. I also have to admit that I was never handed a mount at the stage you're working with Farouk; I always took over after another family member did all the basics, and I only had to do the polishing.

[@Tara101]

Farouk is, as you say very skittish but if you look back to the day I bought him and compare this video, he has come a long way and it has been a pleasure to work with him on his journey.

[@sarahhughes2080]

Oh wow well done little man that was a massive trot for how jumpy he was,

[@Tara101]

Yes he did really well, thanks Sarah for seeing that in this short clip

[@georgebennett8298]

I love the way you comfort him and don’t tell him off! Do you lunge him before riding? If not that may help with desensitisation xxx

[@Tara101]

Many thanks George for noticing that and yes did lung him first to help settle him and get rid of excess energy

[@georgebennett8298]

Tara Amazing! Keep it up your doing really well with him! :)

[@karenb.9281]

Wow, nice control on the spook 💕💕💕💕😊👍

[@elsplace896]

I would sit down next to my horse and lower his head a little and just wait. He was notorious for side stepping when I tried to mount. Looks like you're making great progress.

[@sharonrokosky260]

You talk about riding each horses What has been your riding experiences before Farouk & Appollo

[@jodyhuston1516]

Tara has been fortunate to have had lifelong experience with horses, Sharon!

[@crg4183]

A little wind and some flapping leaves, and some wind sounds will do it ............ 👀 👀 👀 🌹🌹 ❤ Doing Great !!!! 🌞

[@susanford6926]

Farouk in his younger days ,he got better with time!🐴

[@UziDoesIt8818]

I have a lot of respect for Tara she is a real horse woman. She had that under control, If she didn't know what she was doing she would have fell off as soon as that happened. That horse doesn't need ground work, my quarter horse mare gets spooked all the time, plus Mrs Tara is riding an Arabian. Arabians are known for always being high strung and that's what I love about the breed 💜🥰

[@Tara101]

many thanks

[@janeymagee8695]

Lovely looking boy.. Keep up the good work 😘

[@Tara101]

Many thanks Jane, he is lovely on the inside too

[@juliescott9485]

Faroukls such a sweetie, but great riding Tara. You calmed him down and a real trot at the end. ❤

[@Tara101]

😁

[@mikej7304]

Seems a lot of people with comments. Wonder how many are truly “experts “ I have enjoyed many of her videos.

[@timklassen421]

Hi TARA I have a little arabian and I lunge him before a ride to see were he is at mentally also with a snaffle bit put him in tight circles allow him to walk out only when he calms down on a loose rein this is his reward hope the advise will help.

[@carlyeschumm7401]

What are those things covering his ears

[@Tara101]

to keep the flies out

[@dianereiser6417]

It looks like you have a lot of work on your hands, looking forward to your progress.

[@Tara101]

It is very rewarding training Farouk he is so willing. He is highly strung so we are just progressing slowly so as not to worry him too much

[@shelleyandcritters841]

I love how calm and patient you are with him! I can see in his face that even though he's hyped up, he's trying to figure out what you want. Good boy!

[@Tara101]

Spot on comment Shelly x

[@msbabio]

Farouk is a quick learner. I’m so proud of him.

[@Tara101]

Shelley I forgot to ask how, did you get on at the riding school?

[@shelleyandcritters841]

Tara really well! I did much better than I thought considering my hiatus. I love my instructor and the horse they put my on took good care of me. I was definitely sore after, lol. Would rather be sore from riding than anything else, though. Thanks for asking!

[@Tara101]

Good to hear Shelley, I hope you can go on a regular basis

[@pusztainoemi8296]

Csodalkozol hogy megugrot??? Eloszor az elso alkalomal ulunk a segunkon higy szokja meg

[@KJMudge]

Hi Tara , Farouk did well with his first trotting leason although there was a few small instances that he got a little spooky he did well otherwise and has been constantly improving with each session with you .My love to you and your handsome boys please give them a carrot from me .

[@Tara101]

Many thanks Kylie x

[@ericak3118]

You’re brave ! Good for you

[@lesleyoconnell-maritz7130]

Horse or rabbit???

[@evacomamartin3332]

Hi tara i am leasing a recently broke n arabian horse( they ride it few days a week, hope everything turns out grest snd Ican purchase him very soon . I am goingto wach fisrst to last farouk transformation.... so inspiring I hope we can all day have yall bond

[@Tara101]

all the best 👍

[@shell9403]

I get why you pulled the reins and as an inexperienced rider, I would have done the same but, poor baby, it must have hurt :(❤️

[@Tara101]

a moments discomfit and he never did it again

[@shell9403]

@@Tara101 then I'm happy for both of you!

[@Oakleaf700]

Looked like a complete loss of balance on behalf of the rider.

[@dnr2089]

@@Oakleaf700 Er, well yes! Considering he bolted, I would defy anyone not to lose their balance! Even you!