Groundwork for Horses - The First Thing I Teach

Groundwork for Horses -The First Thing I Teach | In this video, I would like to share with you the first thing I teach my horses on the ground. This is used every time I do groundwork. It is used in groundwork exercises for young horses, groundwork exercises for spooky horses and I even use it in groundwork games for horses. Groundwork for horses is a part of basic horse training and something you should take the time to learn.
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[@lindsayjackson7330]

I love this, clearly you enjoy Spider every bit as much as he enjoys his time with you. I love the way you specified that the action was linked to his feet and not just the motion of his body in general. I also appreciate that you explained about the fence. I know for some it feels natural to pull back, so that attention to detail was quality teaching. I’m definitely a fan and not that you don’t already know, but your horses are gorgeous. ❤

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Thank you Lindsay 💕

[@gadonjohnson3281]

One thing I've noticed in most all of these training vids is, u show examples with WELL mannered horses. Why not show us how to do it with problem horses?, like the ones we're dealing with. So we can see what to do when they DONT do what u say they should do. Like I can go try what u show me, but I'm dealing with a stubborn horse that's not responding like your horse is & so do we make any slight adjustments? & what would that be? It's like .. here's what it looks like when it goes like it should. Show us what it looks like when it DOSENT go like it should.

[@3llaaa_2]

If it isn't working then you are missing something there, some horses will take longer to adapt to these methods or might need different ones, no horse is the same. The woman on the video shows what worked for her as a recommendation but that doesn't assure it will work for every horse

[@sarahposey7166]

Yup, if it doesn't get to the feet you aren't there yet. I like what you do, it is a nice middle rode and a mixture of traditional and some of the very popular "new age" which isn't new just becoming "very commercialized". Many roads to Rome, I just don't go with lots of force, yes I know that too...distant memories

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Thank you Sarah. 🙂

[@KingsMom831]

What a hunk😊

[@BasicHorseTraining]

I think so too 🥰

[@igam2259]

0:07 human: speaks horse: lick lick kiss kiss

[@pegnaz1994]

Nice video; however, I would like to see this with a horse that's not already trained so we can see the progression. You were having a challenge showing us because your horse already knows this.

[@blutoblutarski2421]

The interaction the two of you have is amazing. The bond you have with each other is envious and it was such a relief and absolute joy to see you laugh when he was "horsing around". Thank you.....I can’t stop smiling. Bravo.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

He is such a beautiful soul Bluto and he would walk over hot coals for me if I asked him. Thank you for your lovely comment.

[@katiek.8808]

Great pun.👏👏

[@elphick_eq]

Do you have any tips for a foal that jumps on top of me when I'm leading ?

[@KingsMom831]

This is so adorable.... like 5 seconds in you can tell this is the sweetest boy😂😊

[@BasicHorseTraining]

You are right there ... he is the sweetest horse I’ve known 💕

[@KingsMom831]

@@BasicHorseTraining I’m quite impressed with this channel😁🙏🏼

[@BasicHorseTraining]

That is very kind of you to say so. Thank you ☺️

[@KingsMom831]

@@BasicHorseTraining channels like yours stand out to me. Unfortunately, there are lots of “equestrian“ channels and social media profiles that are NOT in alignment with what I would consider to be good horsemanship. Thank you for being one of the good ones😊

[@ambersummerlifecoach]

@@KingsMom831 agree 100%!

[@rebeccahayes2741]

Would be good to see this with a horse who hasn’t done this before.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Hi Rebecca. I am currently starting a brumby so will see if I can put some footage together 🙂

[@JackyGSHR]

Thomas Günther does that with a horse which hasnt done it before. So just type in his name and there will be a very big horse with him in the videos.

[@JackyGSHR]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5y0lJWQp79sjNU

[@katrinathompson6339]

Used your instruction today to start a respect reset with my mare. 🙂 It went well, thank you! 💜#myheartlandranch

[@BasicHorseTraining]

That is fabulous Katrina. I'm glad it helped and thank you so much for letting me know. I appreciate the feedback.

[@ellensmith8470]

I've worked with rescued horses. When they would raise their head when I would go to bridle them I would reach up and very, very slowly and gently rock their poll. Small slow movements. Their heads would come down without fuss. I was very careful because it was a nerve vent but eventually they liked it like a massage.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Me too Victus! I'm forever sorting my rope out 😆

[@ellensmith8470]

People could never figure out why the horses head came down for me or why they cooperated. This is the first time I said anything. I was in 4-H and the horse I was using as my project was itchy at the poll. When I would scratch him he would act silly stretching his neck and shaking his head, but if I kept it up a few minutes while we were standing around eventually his head would drop down until his nose almost touched the ground and he fell asleep. And he wasn't old. Only 12. His bottom lip would hang. So from the training in horse anatomy from early on, l knew how the poll was a nerve center and it affected chemicals in the brain, not just simply muscles. I was 12 when I figured out how to use that sensitive spot to get a horse relaxed to do a lot of things.

[@vivianaossa3123]

Hi! Thanks for your advice! I am a beginner and yesterday I tried this exercises with my mare for the first time, and she seems more receptive and respectful now.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

I’m glad to hear it helped you. If you are just starting out with horses learning how they learn is a great thing 🙂

[@e-bikeautonomy]

I know what being like a light post feels like I was bolted on and thrown into one a few weeks ago lol...... thug life has nothing on horse life!.

[@horselover7744]

Wonderful demo Spider loves you lots (he looks like so much fun too !)

[@BasicHorseTraining]

He is a very good fun horse. Such a sweet boy. Thank you :)

[@CHLOCHLOLP]

you are really great at explaining these concepts in a way thats clear to understand. Some people are amazing horse trainers and riders but not good at explaining it to other people. thank you for the info, even though i dont have a horse lol, hopefully I will have a need for this knowledge one day!

[@BasicHorseTraining]

I hope you have a need for it too. Horses are good for your soul 💕

[@anyaragragola7765]

You give me the verbiage to explain what I'm doing. I have it all in my head but when I'm helping others, it helps to have the right explanations, and you have great ways of breaking down what your doing.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

I'm glad they are helpful Anya ☺

[@sheriecemorris]

My horse is a lot like the second one. He takes quite a bit of pressure to back up and doesn’t really care when I flap my hands and try to push him back. I’m going to work on these exercises

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Don't expect to be perfect at it straight away Riece and don't beat yourself up if you make mistakes. I love the saying "There are no mistakes, only lessons". I know from personal experience that the more mistakes I make the more I'm learning. Horses are such forgiving creatures, we need to take a leaf out of their book.

[@lauren1779]

I’ve been a rider for 24 years I love learning new things every day 💕 thank you for providing this channel!

[@lovetused82]

He is trying so hard to get her to play with him! What a sweetheart. The very end is the best

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Thank you . He is such a character - I just adore him ☺

[@ebonypegasus9864]

I'm doing all of this stuff with my two year old and he's responding super well today. he is backing nicely from minimal pressure, dropping head, ylelding left and right with his head, he's doing a single circle at a walk at end of the rope now then we stop so not "longing" but some circles. Glad this video re inforced that I'm doing all the right things.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Good work Ebony Pegasus.🙂

[@sunnydin2000]

I have a 13 year old Rocky Mountain mare. I have always been a bit of a nervous rider due to a serious riding accident on a different horse. But lately she's fighting me when we ride. She's been cleared by the vet so there is not any medical issues. She's an angel for little kids, but when I get on and we have a more complex and involved lesson the head throwing starts, she doesn't want to go where i'm directing etc. It's effecting my confidence on her but I am not quite sure what to do anymore. What exercises can you suggest to help rebuild our bond?

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Hi Sunnydin2000, I'm sorry that you don't have the relationship you would like with your horse. It's really hard when you want something so bad but you feel your confidence lets you down - I know as I've been there. Horses are so sensitive to us I wonder if your horse is picking up on your nervousness and lack of confidence and then it becomes a cycle. Perhaps you could "break the cycle" and go back to groundwork to looking for holes in your horses training or even in your knowledge base. Trust me we all have holes...I find my own everyday and I know I will forever. Thats how we learn :) I don't have a lot of groundwork video even though I do quite a bit of it so I will add a playlist from Warwick Schiller ... work through. I truly hope it helps and if I can help in any way dont hesitate to ask . kzbin.info/aero/PLRanqnpaErQ5PVpPHRBNwfgs26-EsndmO

[@angelfoodcake1979]

This horse is so funny! Constantly nibbling on her...

[@BasicHorseTraining]

He is not nibbling on me he is rubbing his top lip on me. Like horses do when they groom each other. ☺️

[@throughthelookingglass8973]

I have a horse like this, they are just so precious to be around. They make you feel so loved!

[@BasicHorseTraining]

They absolutely do. 😃

[@vo1d_ao]

I was so lucky to have this pop up on my recommended, it was really helpful! I've been looking for ways like this to work with my gelding and it was just what I needed 😊Great video! Spider is adorable by the way

[@BasicHorseTraining]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it and yes Spider is the most adorable boy 🥰

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Thank you for watching. Spider Rebel and I hope you enjoyed it. Please let us know in the comments if your horse gives softly to pressure like Spider or if he is a little more like Rebel 😆.

[@houstonbrown3450]

Ok my walker is approaching 4,he stubborn doesn't like being told what to do,( could be from too much line breeding),he backs easy ,bumbs the gate open under saddle,like to go ,in round pen ,he backs soft ,even under saddle,teaching to side pass left side to move right , stubborn and dull ,right side to left soft ,he likes to play rough ,( biting) ,repremand ,not working ,well.in 11 years I had horses not one gave any problems grooming ,but Ringo,,he ok with farrier ,easy to catch loads easy ,but longing in round pen , point click ask spank ground,nothing ,slap his hind ,then he moves but not respectfully,1 or a few laps cutting circle in half,not wanting to move ,I move him with my shoulder just behind girth ,hide the stick ,,note ,( my bull dog gets more out of him than I so ) tks

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Hi Housten 🙂, The fact that you say he is easier to move one way and not so easy the other is more than likely due to his one-sidedness. All horses are either bent right or bent left by nature. It is the same as us humans being right or left-handed so they find one side easier to bend and do things than the other. The degree of their stiffness varies from horse to horse. There are a lot of exercises to help him become more ambidextrous (able to use both sides the same). Do a search for horse straightness and see what you come up with. This might answer why he cuts the circle in half too ... he may find it difficult to bend. Notice if he cuts the circle more one way than the other. Hoses all have different personalities and as much as I love the "easy to do anything with" ones, you learn the most from the challenging ones 😆

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Housten, have a watch of this in regards to your "biting" horse. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpnEoXyPmJaSmq8

[@katmeow3897]

Are you a South Australian? I'm trying to pick the accent. Great video!

[@BasicHorseTraining]

@@katmeow3897 You have a very good ear on you! Yes I am South Australian :)

[@MrHorsepro]

OMG!!! I have been trying to teach this for well over 40 years and people are all too often not receptive, or they think they have a better idea. I am going to email you a detailed description of my thinking on this and you can use any of it you wish or not.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Thank you Horseman 46. I have your email and I will read through it on my days off this week. Thanks for sharing it 😊

[@scottreuse4546]

I’m just learning about horses. Great video! Thanks

[@BasicHorseTraining]

No problem!!

[@ilselangnar507]

I’m using a mix of positive reinforcement and pressure/release training to get my pony to start accepting a halter. She has been living at my house since she was born, but I was a young kid who wasn’t ready for ponies. But now I’m an adult and ready to work with her. I know it will be hard and it’s already taking me a lot of time trying to get her to trust me, like her mom does, but I know I’ll get there. I am glad though because I’ve been instinctively “being like a fence post” when I have caught her to work on her feet, and I’ve studied a ton and seen the training and done some of it. I’ll add this to my notes! She struggles with giving to pressure when she is caught for certain things

[@Miff-c1z]

I just got a new stock horse and I have been training her with these tips and they have really worked! ❤ thank you 🐎

[@hridhan]

Wow...very informative ...for new horse owner ...this is Kumar from India

[@Wwjddd711]

This horse is the cutest it’s so funny to watch you and him 😂❤

[@CactusCowgirl]

This video was so educational!! I also have a question (or 3😂): 1.What breed is Spider? 2.How tall is he? 3.Can he jump? Sorry for all the questions, I’m wanting a second horse that can jump and is also kinda heavy built but not a full draft :)

[@BasicHorseTraining]

I'm glad you like the video 🙂 1: His mother was a 15:1hh Warmblood and his dad was a 13:1hh Welsh C - so he is a crossbreed. 2: He is just on 17 hh 😁 3: Spider loooooves to jump and he is very good at it. He has a lot of power in his hind end!

[@leanigous1540]

Hi Josie, thank you for this amazing video, I have a pushy and stubborn mare and it’s so difficult to work with her so I will try all these techniques, thank you for giving advice on what to do with difficult horses!

[@BasicHorseTraining]

You are so welcome!

[@Jetm484]

My trainer always thought me not to use rope halters because horses cant break them in a flight situation and can break their necks. Is this true? Also love the video ❤

[@Franklin-pc3xd]

This video was very well done. It solidifies a very important concept that some of us take for granted, but that we may not fully explain when we talk about our relationship with horses. The statement that "release is how horses learn" is such a powerful concept. I'm not even sure I have this right, but I'm thinking in terms of pressure being what stimulates us to think while directing us toward the right answer and release is what signals to us that we have given the right answer. We're predators, so it's a little different for us than it is for the equine, but it still applies. For any creature to learn, it's best for the trainee to get the right answer itself - then it owns the right answer. Without release being granted the instant the right answer is given, or even just as it is beginning to be given, the trainee may not truly own the right answer - so the training wasn't high quality. In the extreme, failure to release in timely fashion can actually be counterproductive. I liked the presentation and the simple practical example here to demonstrate a very important point. Well done!

[@alyssa2991]

Helpful video I have a more stubborn mare I've been struggling with to get some basic pressure response. Gonna give this a try.

[@betsysita]

Hi! Just wanted to say you are amazing, thank you for taking the time to teach us. I wonder if you have any tips for spooky horses, cause I have a horse that gets scared of trucks and even cars, we don't know what to do because he tends to push us as soon as he listens to the sound of a car or truck.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Hi Betsy, Thank you for your kind words. Dealing with spookiness starts with some of the foundations you put on your horse. If it is to do with "sounds" you may have a noise-sensitive horse. I would love for you to go and look at Warwicks Channel. He has loads of awesome tips that will help you ... try this one to start with 😀 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqW8gaOYlp5qgMU

[@cuiser23]

Oh my goodness, what a sweet guy ❤️. He just loves you. Definitely will have to give the head down training with our horses.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Thank you Jen. I would love to hear how you go with it 💕

[@pamelalacyfowler100]

I’m so glad I found you! Was looking for ground work videos to give me something to do with my horse while he is recovering from laminitis. He has been trained as a Reiner so he isn’t green. I can’t wait to get back in the saddle and work through your videos. There are a lot of videos on your channel that even a Reiner could use!

[@A.B_equestrian]

The one thing I look for in training videos is the bond between the human and the horse and I can say that it’s definitely there, I’m so glad that theirs trainers like her in the world constantly trying to teach young minds before the wrong uneducated trainers get to them because most times people end up with the wrong trainers and keep making bad decisions and think it’s right. Thank you for this video and I honestly think subscribing to her is going to be the best decision anyone can make. You got yourself a new sub ❤❤ Also GORGEOUS horses you have ❤

[@marylabelle803]

Love this ..wish i had internet years ago when i bought my first horse and ended up in hospital with crushed leg..because i was ignorant.i had no knowledge if my horses demeanor or health issues i had been hoodwinked by a crooked man,with a horrible oaddock. Bad conditions ugg.next time i own a horse things will go down differently!

[@feeltheforce10]

Sorry to hear you had been hoodwinked.I was too a month ago but things are turning around now - take a look at my videos of my colt.The seller lied - he was a crook - thank goodness my pony is away from all that and has a great home now.

[@marylabelle803]

@@feeltheforce10 oh thats amazing,thank God your pony is safe. i am going to watch more of your videos!

[@feeltheforce10]

@@marylabelle803 Thankyou.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

I'm Sorry that you had a terrible experience Mary. I hope that next time you deal with an honest person 🙏

[@melaniemackenzie2086]

Mary LaBelle where can I see the videos of your pony

[@fabermcmullen1]

Do you have any materials that could help me train a horse from start to finish? I loved your video but I don't have any context as to where it would fit in to training a horse from the start.

[@maryperry1773]

I’m just here to figure out how to manage my husband, but this is good 👍

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Thanks for watching and I hope you get that husband under control 😆

[@judesbritton2361]

Loved it. Learnt a lot. Thankyou. I’m about one year away from buying a horse. Learning and saving and training both my daughter and I for the long term ❤️

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Wonderful! 💗

[@louisetrimble3490]

Such a good video and just whatveveryone needs! A bit of mutual respect and authentic communication. Keep up your good work and obvious love!

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Thanks Louise 🙂

[@lindsaycoulthard1132]

Great advice. Thank you.

[@arialianimations6512]

How do I make my 5 y.o stallion not be on my shoulder so I can have a normal distance when making him circle me?

[@michaelruth8359]

Why don't people in all these training videos use a horse that isn't trained?

[@sarahhughes732]

Because they have already trained these horses and are showing the outcome

[@rachelmerz2122]

Teaching by pressure and release is the best wait to train a horse! It’s how they learn, and it is such a humane way to get them to do what you ask of them.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Absolutely!!

[@meetparmar7224]

ʜᴇy ᴛʜᴇʀᴇ!! ᴡʜᴀᴛ ᴀʀᴇ yᴏᴜʀ ᴛʜᴏᴜɢʜᴛꜱ ᴏɴ ᴛʜᴇ ᴍᴀʀᴡᴀʀɪ ʜᴏʀꜱᴇ ʙʀᴇᴇᴅ?

[@BasicHorseTraining]

I don't really know anything about the breed but if it's a horse I know I will love it 😍

[@lvpisias]

🤣🤣🤣❤️ my horse Stanley does the same lip flapping, and hand licking.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Aren’t they just beautiful souls 🥰.

[@feeltheforce10]

My colt needs his hooves trimmed for the first time.I have been teaching him to pick up his feet and he does.Problem is he will not hold them up for longer than a few seconds.He also will not stay still.Any tips ?

[@BasicHorseTraining]

You just need to be patient and consistent with him. I don't expect my babies to hold their feet up for a long time - I build up slowly and handle feet everyday in the beginning. Also, I will always put them next to a solid fence or wall so they and "lean" on something if they need to. I hope that helps 🙂

[@feeltheforce10]

@@BasicHorseTraining Thanks but ive done all that and he just does not like it one bit.All i can do is keep on keeping on.

[@raewynn5877]

I laughed out loud when he was nibbling on your shoulder! 😂 Great video thank u for your help.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

He is a gorgeous soul 😍

[@lauradurrant730]

Oh my goodness… your work is simple yet super effective! I am restarting a TB off the track so any more tips on keeping them relaxed while on the ground and in saddle…

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Oh so many Laura. Too many to write here but ... Only change one thing at a time and don't try to teach him anything if he is anxious. Do work that he already knows until you have his focus. If you are worried when you are on his back then hop off and do more groundwork. It's kinder for both of you and certainly not "letting him beat you/win" as some trainers say! 🙄 I do have a free guide if you would like to read it. I will link it here for you basichorsetraining.com/3-principles/

[@lauradurrant730]

@@BasicHorseTraining thank you for responding. I love your videos. My new little TB’s name is Spud. So he is doing really well. This is week 2 of ground work with him.. I spend a lot of time touching him with my hands, my schooling whip, and a plastic bag in my hand. Do you have a video on how to start lunging? I need to check… 💛💛💛

[@jonikazaras3404]

Awesome, thank you for showing 2 different horses. I actually have a horse named Spyder, lol. He is pretty responsive. My other horse is only 4 he is off the track and he is just the opposite. He is like the second horse you showed but WAY WORSE ( not that Rebel was bad) i just meant even when you do those “big” motions he could carless. He WILL NOT MOVE. He is very loving and wants to be petted & loved on all the time but as far as doing any type of work he is not too interested. I think I am sort of confusing him because it seems once he knows what you are asking he is fine with it. Do you have any suggestions? I dont want to make him afraid, but he wont even move when the tractor is right next to him trying to get in the field, he just wants to eat it. Lol. Thank you sooooo much!

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Hi Joni. When it comes to horses I try to do as much as I have to but as little as I can. So without seeing exactly what your horse is doing it is had to give suggestions but if I was trying to move him and he wouldn’t move from body pressure I would use a rope, flag or some type of tool to help him understand and be a little more motivated. Just remember it’s a tool not a weapon 😊. Let me know how you go.

[@janetwebb1507]

Ques & expectations, frienship & respect, patience, reading ur horses ears, stubbornness from Dear & has to transfer over to Trust of YOU. He's literally In Your Hands with Trust & Willingness. cooperation

[@jeliarra]

Had an itchy finger on the X trigger ever so ready to turn this video off! So thankful I was not drinking anything when your first statement was "Pressure", the drink would have been spray / splattered all over my monitor; nearly fell out of my chair when you said "release"! "Oh my goodness! A person that understands the extreme basics of a horse!" I thought. Tears almost came to my eyes when you said "rope halter". Not sure what made me click on this video, I tend to avoid all horse videos because I can't bare to see so MANY horses being abused out of sheer ignorance, FEAR and BULLYING. Phew! Score ONE for the Good Horsemen!

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Ummm I’m not really sure if you like the video or not but I just wanted to say thank you for a very entertaining reply. I had a revolting shift at work (I’m an ED nurse in my other life) and you put a smile on me face with you reply. 😊

[@jeliarra]

@@BasicHorseTraining I enjoyed your video and teachings immensely! So many think they understand horsemanship, horses etc. not knowing pressure, release and timing / feel. I see to many scared of their own horse or horses in general. Don't believe in pain compliance (bits). We OWE horses! They helped us build our world and keep it (wats). We can STOP abusing them now and give them the same respect and care we give our dogs "NO PAIN"!

[@sarahhughes732]

@@jeliarra So many are convinced nearly everything is painful, cruel and abusive. Smh🙄

[@jeliarra]

@@sarahhughes732 If you're taking a poke at me, have a Coke and a smile!

[@gloriaguasta152]

Wonderful information thank you so much. I just started taking therapeutic riding lessons about five months ago and do not really have any knowledge of horses but I’m very eager to learn.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Wonderful! It's a never ending learning journey Gloria.🙂

[@ljo0605]

The horse keeps making me laugh 😂 Nice to hear someone else mention looking at the feet when backing up because it does help.

[@devonpalace]

This was the first video of yours I have watched and I really enjoyed it. You are easy to understand and follow. I was wondering if I could ask a question. I have a client who has an 8 year old Quarter Horse. He can be a bit grouchy sometimes when grooming but not mean in any way...except with her 10 year old granddaughter. He has bitten her and the other day he flung his leg out and was aiming to cow kick her. She is a lovely kid, gentle and kind with him. It seems like he is a bully - knows who he can push around. He doesn't behave like that with me at all. Do you have any videos or suggestions that may help me? Thanks for being so generous with your knowledge.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

HI Kim B, Thanks for your question. It is really hard to give you an answer as there is so much involved with horse behaviour and I wasn't there to witness the situation. You have already said that he can be a bit grouchy being groomed so I wonder did he give the child a warning that he wasn't happy and she perhaps didn't know or read the sign. Was she a little rough (unknowingly) with the brush, touch him in a ticklish spot etc. If he is sensitive to being brushed then that is not an interaction I would allow a child to have with that horse. My old grey horse hates being groomed so I only ever do the barest minimum I have to with him. He is the most beautiful soul in every other way but really hates being brushed. Just remember that he has already told you that he doesn't really like being groomed and so perhaps that is something that the child should not do with him. I'm sorry that my answer doesn't have a solution for you 😐 but if I can help you with any other questions please just ask. 🙂

[@chardepar]

Thank you so much for the explanation! Do you have any tips for horses who are kinda lazy in the groundwork?

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Yes Charlie. I find when horses are lazy I speed everything I ask them up. Such as go now stop now move over now ... all one after the other. It keeps them guessing. If they are hot and busy I do exercise that are slower and a little more focused. I don’t know if that translates into the written word that well but I think next weeks video could help you out 🙂

[@chardepar]

@@BasicHorseTraining ah thank you! I'll definently watch :))

[@TraumaQueen65]

New sub here, so glad I found you. Will be joining your FB group now so I can absorb as much of your expertise as possible 👍🏻

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Awesome! Thank you! 🙂

[@rachelanderson3147]

Where did you learn to train horses? I live in Wisconsin and have always wanted to learn to train horses. My dad has Belgians when I grew up. They were such sweet horses.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

I worked with some Australian bushmen/cowboys to learn the horsemanship part of my knowledge and with some dressage trainers for the dressage part. I read a lot of books and started horses for a living for a few years. I am always a learner when it comes to the horse ❤️

[@pauldelande841]

that horse is obviously spoiled withcookies....he goes wherever your hand goes...salivating for one more cookie........bad business!

[@lexiemontgomery5955]

I get a kick out of "the round yard" I'm used to "round pen" lol

[@BasicHorseTraining]

A round pen is something I write with lol. Funny how we get used to our own lingo 😆

[@spidersweb2741]

Just started watching your videos there fantastic, I've learnt so much already. Thank you

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Thank you.

[@pamgorton9404]

I have a horse like spider.. Aren't they fun.. Thank you for video

[@BasicHorseTraining]

They are Pam! Thank you for leaving me a comment. 🙂

[@hannahbananah7178]

I’ve been training my first horse (grew up riding but never trained) and I’ve been enjoying your videos so much. Extremely detailed and informative. Thank you!!

[@chrisritchey3272]

I just came across this video and watched it. All of my horses are gone now, but I saw that you were doing the same thing that we did. I had one Paint that would put his head down as soon as I got close so I could put his halter on, he was such a good boy, but he never did stop doing it as I grew up, I had to pull his head up to me. But I also wonder if he was doing it on purpose, he was also a very big character and loved to cause mischief and laugh! Yes, my friend said she heard him laughing too! I really miss him.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Oh Chris he sounds like a lovely horse. I would loved to have heard him laugh 💗

[@sarahposey7166]

Nice looking hide that Spider!

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Thank you. I think so too 😊

[@janetwebb1507]

Good Youteverbalizing what we do automatic by FEEL ..There is a almost telepathic Onneness of mind when ur horse learns Ur wues & what it Means in your Expectation & becomes Very much aal.ost telepathic partnership. IF they ♥ U..They Trul H Do Igt 4 You especially civilly in the show ring. Grace often iis in that special mix of oneness of mind, unspoken gear language & type of telepathy in this Connection.

[@rachelkristine4669]

I am about to fulfill a lifetime dream & check it off my bucket list......am getting a horse! She is 18, a greenbroke mustang & aint been ridden in years. And I am 45 & aint gone riding in years, so this should be interesting! 😆 I aint scared tho. If I tossed out of the saddle, am just getting righr back on. Thankfully, Tinker Bell, my new mare, is already tame & loves everyone. She just needs to be trained up a bit. And that is exactly what I wanna do first. Groundwork & "joining up", hasta come first BEFORE u get the saddle on. I at least know that. But am here to learn HOW to get it done! 🥰

[@bernadetteford5797]

The ‘fence post’ analogy is brilliant.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

I’m glad you like it.

[@leearellano5303]

I agree, I’ll remember that

[@marialandis3011]

Great video. I just loved Spider antics and your connection with him. Great information and presentation. Thank you!

[@BasicHorseTraining]

You are welcome. Spider is such a character 🥰

[@Roma-kp4qg]

I would die for Spider

[@BasicHorseTraining]

🥰

[@user-ze9do6vx5l]

Jesus. Nothing like scarring the horse with your glove. That didn’t show pressure. And if the horse doesn’t give into pressure keep hanging on even if he lifts you up, don’t let GO?? It’s not a power struggle. It’s a learning lesson. I can’t watch this anymore

[@bettivictory6114]

Your red horse reminds me exactly of my Spotted mule. He's out of a halfllinger mare. He does the exact same thing with his nose and lips!!!🤣😍🤣😍

[@HannahCooper2]

Do you have any tips on halter training an unhandled, injured horse? We rescued an unhandled draft cross (4-5 years old) and he has some kind of issue with one of his legs. We thought it wasn't as bad going off of the kill pen's video but now in person we think it needs medical attention asap but I don't know how to halter train him without the whole round pen/join up option since I don't wanna make him trot at all with his bad leg. He's a big guy (16.1h) so I'd appreciate any tips you got :)

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Hannah, I hope you are doing ok with this boy. Thank you for rescuing him 🙏

[@TeylaSmathers]

Hey! I've got a question, I have a horse and he's about 17 years old, and when I lead him around hes fine, but when I stop, or if I tie him up to anything he starts to pull back, and tries to sit down, witch either makes me let go of the lead rope, or breaks it when tied up. I would love to know how to fix that problem. He also has a problem with head jerking. He's a very sweet horse, I love him to bits but I just don't understand why he does the things he does. Please get back to me when you can! Thank you.

[@332star]

I’ve started to ride a 11 yr old Clydesdale with zero ground manners. I just started to work on ground work but he is pushy and nips. Working on backing up for respecting my space. He walks fine when I ride but will not stay in a trot. I understand he does not respect me at this point. Should I hold off with riding until I get him to understand personal space?

[@kyarcherboy]

Hello, I have a question. I have been taught that when a horse has his mouth on you whether its snipping or just muzzle rubbing you (generally the face within your personal space), its a sign of disrespect. So how do you know when its ok? Clearly Spider loves you and respects you but I could hear my mother yelling at me in my head to get away from the horse's mouth. She has been with horses much longer than I have. She did witness a horse tearing someone's ear off so I can understand that fear.

[@milasimons6400]

This was quite helpful! I am working on kind of starting an old shetland pony again because he doesn’t have any manners, when he doesn’t want to work he will bite or rear. He thinks he can get away with that kind of behaviour and the problem is, most people do let him get away with it so I am working on his ground work!

[@BasicHorseTraining]

I'm glad you found it helpful 🙂

[@rebekaluukkala6924]

JESUS WILL NEVER LEAVE YOUR SIDE

[@justme-on7bn]

😂

[@janbounds911]

DO NOT STAND ON THE STREET CORNER AND PRAY, BUT GO INTO YOUR CLOSET. You apparently don't understand or maybe even read your own book. This is not a religious channel. When you do this, you violate my right to freedom FROM your religion. You have no right to impose your religious beliefs on anyone here. Please respect others if you want to be respected.

[@elizabethowen3678]

Depends on how fast you can run 😂

[@janbounds911]

@@elizabethowen3678 I've read this response several times and it still doesn't make any sense, unless you think it's a funny way of threatening to shoot me, which I expect from 'religious' people.

[@JKDLang]

Explanation great, but first horse not following rope, was reaction to pressure from behind ....

[@colettelaforest9623]

I’m so glad I found your videos….love your gentle way. I noticed you’re using a rope halter that doesn’t have the two knots across the nose. Is this the kind you recommend? So many trainers say you need those.

[@yellowrose9355]

If you want a horse to move forward, LOOK at his flank. He reads our body language & line of sight. We are in the predator category. no sun glasses.

[@J8Y918]

Do you have anymore video's of ground work please. Just gotten a horse and trying to train myself and horse with me so we have that bond together l. However my horse is very stubborn and showing alittle disrespect towards me. Do you have any tips please.

[@RickyJr46]

Enjoyed this presentation! At the end he giving you a little shoulder rub, what a good fellow!

[@BasicHorseTraining]

He is 😊

[@jobloggs7400]

I fecking love Spider ❤️

[@BasicHorseTraining]

😊Me too!

[@genevievewalsh2007]

Omg he's like licking your hand for the first 2 minutes! Lol

[@hhp2788]

My 21 yr old gelding quarter horse is not giving me his front left leg even using all tricks of the trade 😱 he lifts it and starts swinging it back and forth

[@rickhaile2190]

I liked everything about the video except the mouthyness of the horse. One of the first things I teach a horse is to not be mouthy. In my experience it can lead to biting!

[@Karine2063]

Thank you! Love to see it though with a colt, cause that’s where I have to start ❤ Mine is 2 weeks now 😍👍🏼

[@bethb6950]

What first groundwork exercises would you suggest for a horse who won’t stand still through any of these exercises

[@damnu8089]

You're already at a disadvantage so many things I can say wrong you're doing it's a waste of time. I'm not going to even talk about the editing on the video

[@NeonJJ_195]

This was really interesting to watch! I'll try this with my (almost) 3 year old gelding as soon as my foot is healed 😃😅

[@BasicHorseTraining]

I hope your foot is better soon 🙏

[@Addictedtokpop25]

I love how your horse was trying to eat your arm while you were talking. lol.

[@BasicHorseTraining]

He was giving me some lovin! 😆

[@mitch5387]

I'm completely ignorant so excuse my basic question. Is 67 acres plenty of room to have running land for a horse or two?

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Thanks for the question 😊. That depends on what you are wanting the land to provide for the horse. If you want it to “feed” the horses that would depend on the type of land and vegetation on it for the horses to graze on. If it is just for the horses to move about on that would be plenty assuming the terrain isn’t unsuitable. I hope that helps you.

[@sandysgrandgirlssandysswee2492]

I want spider!!!!!!! Can he live in my backyard???

[@alyssavaclavik6907]

Awesome video. I am getting my first horse and have never done ground work before. I was wondering if you had any tips for breaking food aggression in a horse? The horse I am getting is the submissive in his pasture and now guards his food. He kicks if you get too close to it. Thank you!

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Hi Alyssa, some horses can be very aggressive around food so please be careful. I don't usually do anything with my horses when they are eating as I believe that they should have some time to themselves and feed time is one of them. That being said, I could handle all of my horses when they are eating if I needed to. If you have never done groundwork and/or don't have many "horsemanship" skills I would develop them as a priority as they will help you more than you could imagine. If you have someone close that is knowledgable and could teach you otherwise there are some fabulous resources on KZbin. I will put some more out in the future but if you are looking for a recommendation I would suggest starting here. Warwick is fabulous kzbin.info/door/413ZepFqtG6Bhb8Lv7ugFA I'm happy to help you if I can 😀

[@BasicHorseTraining]

Or even watch this one. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIOmh4WLpbeXrZo

[@joebertucci813]

The other day I watched a lesson about horses learning from 3rd party perception. I used to just sit on certain horses while they were eating. I didn't ask for anything. I just sat there and hung out. I think other horses warmed up to me a lot because of this. Maybe your aggressive guy can see you just chilling with another horse when eating? Maybe it's silly, but this worked for me.

[@joebertucci813]

Maybe this is why my filly allowed me to sit on her when she was laying down at pasture? I didn't want anything at all when she was in pasture at night. I would just whisper to her and tell her all my secrets. She never once attempted to injure me. I could swear she loved me after awhile. She became more and more responsive and spooked less over time of our long hangout sessions. We had trust and boundaries. I watched same horse wonder over and bite her former owner on the back while I was just hanging out on her astride her like I did. I was shocked and exclaimed "Bambi" but the truth is I giggled inside. That lady was super neglectful to Bambi.