COME MEET MY 3 YEAR OLDS Vlog #3

[@aperson2735]

I’m so glad that he explained the headset to people. Love the video.

[@mattmillsreining1]

You got it, just felt like it was needed!

[@frugalfamilyfarmhouse1812]

@@mattmillsreining1 yes much needed! Great job explaining this!

[@mattmillsreining1]

Frugal Family Farm House thank you,

[@krisg2355]

As a former AQHA amateur rider who gave up horses 20 years ago, I love watching your videos! I especially enjoy seeing your barn and arenas! They’re way nicer than anything I ever spent time in. Your Arizona weather is someplace I would prefer to be right now instead of wet, cold upstate New York!

[@mattmillsreining1]

Too bad you had to give them up! I feel fortunate to do what I do! Thx for watching!

[@valeriehudson7276]

Nice explanation and example. Yes conformation and mind set make a difference on head set. Thanks good work

[@aprilcottrell8880]

GREAT way to explain to people the headset, I have one who couldnt pick up his neck if you wanted him to! LOL... great tour.

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thanks, the “ bridleless stop next week on Nite Tripps should be fun to watch! Trust me! 😉💯〽️

[@aprilcottrell8880]

@@mattmillsreining1 Can't wait.. getting the popcorn out! LOL!

[@3Sanibel33]

Dude, hooked. Total eye candy (the horses! 😉 of course) They are stunning and look fantastic. Thx 4 the tour. 🍀

[@mattmillsreining1]

No problem! We love show them off! 😉💯〽️

[@jackieotab-brickey6503]

Been around lot of trainers and you are the best at describing headset and confirmation! Your so talented, especially your ponies! You are all so blessed. Thanks for the vid and info!

[@brittanygraffis]

I would love to see a video of how you guys designed your facility. It’s absolutely amazing ❤️

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thanks for watching, that’s a great idea!

[@ralphmurphy960]

Good videos all the time. Like the way you ride and explain your training. 👍

[@judylee3589]

I never thought about it, but I am glad you educated me.

[@mattmillsreining1]

No problem, glad you watched!

[@tonyhodge9451]

Let me start out by saying l really enjoy your videos. And the tour of your barn what a great place to work your horses And very impressed of your knowledge of reining horses.l show halter horses. But I'm thinking in the future might try reining horses.but will keep my halter horses. So on that note will keep watching you videos and trying to gain more knowledge. God bless

[@mattmillsreining1]

Do it!!!

[@karissaequine4778]

Absolutely LOVE these videos Matt! Makes me want to come work with you! I just love how you train and teach, super easy to understand! Plus these videos make you feel more “human” in a way 😂

[@mattmillsreining1]

I appreciate you saying that! 👏🏾💯〽️

[@KatieCryer]

My 3 year old APHA hangs his head real low. I was pumped when he finally showed his comfort. He was a horse that held uncomfortably high headed. I think it is a huge sign of comfort and feeling safe. I am getting him trained for Reining, Barrels and cows. His head being low let's you know they are feeling good.....

[@amararoanhorse3536]

Love this! We are ropers, I have some horses that are flat and lower headed, and some that have higher front ends and are higher headed. Love how you explained it, it can be hard to explain a logical concept to people who think their way is the right way.

[@mattmillsreining1]

You got it! Thanks for watching! 🤙🏾💯〽️

[@SuperNorcalkid]

And you slight of hand game is INSANE bro.haha can almost never see you movements there are always consistent and slight.#salute

[@mattmillsreining1]

👊🏾💯〽️

[@derekedwards5561]

Hi Matt! Thank you for the understanding what a Quarter horse is and looks like! I needed that! This are the type of horse that you currently have!

[@mattmillsreining1]

I appreciate you watching.

[@theomgsee8217]

Great vid Matt, since I’m taking a break from showing this year, I’m gonna start working with my Quarter horse on reining maneuvers using your vids.

[@mattmillsreining1]

That’s so cool! Keep me posted how it goes. You must be a subscriber on my website?

[@SuperNorcalkid]

Another great video brotha.love to see you doin ya thang you already know what it means to see another brotha I'm a field that many of us aren't in and don't succeed.my son watch your vids with me all the time.one day I will come to your ranch and visit you at a competition and see the MAN in the flesh.salute you and the family!!!💥 💯

[@mattmillsreining1]

I appreciate that! 👊🏾👍🏾〽️

[@kaylapalmer8591]

first two fraternity horses. Gorgeous

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thank you!

[@davidjones6557]

Matt, I enjoyed your video and appreciate your perspective .

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thanks for the feedback! 💪🏾

[@prestonramirez8547]

This man is amazing

[@mattmillsreining1]

😎😎

[@elizabethjenkins762]

i absolutely love your training style. I would love for you to get a horse that is not traditionally bred for reining (NFQHA) and see what you could do with it. My mare is a great reiner (for me) and is a foundation mare. I was told she would not have talent. but she seeks the stop, really works her spins and can roll back on a dime and give you change.

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thanks for watching and subscribing! One day when I've got time I would love to try a different breed!

[@elizabethjenkins762]

@@mattmillsreining1 well why i suggested a NFQHA is because they are the foundation of the Aqha Breed. so really they are not a different breed persay... more a slightly different structure. A foundation bred horse would be a lot more like a reined cow horse. You have been my number one trainer i watch. I love how soft you are with your horses and how you are not always in your horses face, and allow them to make mistakes and learn at their own speed.

[@bibiann7937]

Wow stunning ponies !!!

[@mattmillsreining1]

Right?!? So fortunate!

[@sjgrant1902]

Love this video!! Beautiful 3 year olds!! Is the Futurity the best place to do horse shopping?? Randy Buzzell & I are ranch shopping this week in Sonoita, AZ.

[@MsCatslady]

Beautiful horse. Thank you for explaining all to me. Was always wondering why they held their heads down. And no spurs.

[@Kimberly00000]

As an english rider, i love youre videos

[@mattmillsreining1]

That makes me happy!

[@davidjones6557]

Nice crop of young horses, future looks good for ya

[@mattmillsreining1]

🤞🏾 I think you’re right!

[@susanford6926]

I do enjoy your videos!

[@mattmillsreining1]

That’s awesome!

[@conniekempf4050]

" That's not part of the tour right now, c'mon'. 🤣

[@mattmillsreining1]

Haha haha. That wasn’t the smartest move...

[@Rebelgirl-kv6bd]

I love the way you explain things!!

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it! I have a TON more tutorials on my website @mattmillsreining.com.

[@janicedorsey8070]

All beautiful 😍😍😍😍‼️❤️❤️❤️

[@marlenemantz5999]

Matt I love your videos. Do you own any horses of your own that you show. I did get to see your ride on Night Trips that was amazing to watch he is so amazing and of course gorgeous

[@mattmillsreining1]

We own a few. Those are usually shown by wife Karen!

[@KingsMom831]

Another great video! Warwick Schiller has a great video that explains how getting the horses body set up correctly allows them to naturally drop their head on their own. I believe it’s what you’re doing as well. “How to get your horses head down”

[@mattmillsreining1]

Warwicks a friend of mine. Good horseman But more importantly a Good dude! 💪🏾〽️

[@KingsMom831]

Matt Mills I figured! That’s awesome! Its so great to see that there’s a growing collective of likeminded horsemen/horsewomen who are really listening to there horses & demonstrating that it IS possible to work with them in a more kind way than some of the older methods/ways.🙏🏼😊

[@mattmillsreining1]

Rachael Wiseley we should ALL be trying to constantly get better!

[@KingsMom831]

Matt Mills agreed!

[@tome2806]

Drove by your place the other day. Enjoy your videos.

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thanks for watching!

[@allisonlash9377]

Awesome!! Excellent explanations!!!! And demo!!!

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thank you, trying to help as much as I can

[@kjuyv]

Great video. Love your swag and training philosophy 👊🏼

[@mattmillsreining1]

I appreciate the kind words...

[@BuyLasVegas]

So informative 👏

[@erikaboylan309]

Very nice video. Great explanation. Thanks!

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thanks for subscribing! 🤙🏾💯〽️

[@laurajackson2882]

Reining horses are so different now. I owned a reining horse who won the 1982 PQHA reining futurity and made it to the NRHA futurity that same year. Her build was totally different and had a higher head set.

[@mattmillsreining1]

That’s incredible! They aren’t ALL built the same. But yes, it has evolved! 💪🏾💯〽️

[@minderellafox7906]

What a fun horse! 😍 from west Australia 😊

[@mattmillsreining1]

He really is cool

[@patecake8013]

Really enjoy your videos.

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thank you!

[@janicedorsey8070]

Is this this year’s futurity you are talking about 2021 when is it and is it going to be televised?

[@sandrapinney1618]

Matt i love how you handle a horse. To be specific how soft your hands are. I watched other people and i see the dead submissive look in the horse. You get the soft be asking and your horse are still alive! The judges should be putting you and your horses on top . Dont change what you know is right . Stay true to the horses, stay true to you. And if Taylor gets another show on tv he better get you back in it and show your real abilities. He short changed you . Lol i know it was for the good of the drama . Good luck at the next show, and i hope to see you show the next time your in Oklahoma.

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thank you for the kind words. Soft hands is the best compliment you can give me!! Fingers crossed in another Tv show! 👍🏾😎〽️

[@neemtreebark]

Once you got on Carmine, he was in his element. I don't see any spurs on Matt now. I wonder what his bit looks like. It used to be bits were so heavy and abusive. My father was so sensitive with his horses that he didn't like using the bit but he knew he'd have to if we're going to ride them. Your stalls are fabulous.

[@danielmeans4954]

I really really love this channel. It seems like horse vlogs have been taken over by 15 year old girls. Which is cool for them but when did boys stop wanting to be cowboys? There is a huge vacuum for well made, well edited, horse content for guys, that’s actually entertaining. Long form as well. I could stand a longer video. Wish it was a full on tv show. It seems like so many events oriented around the horse forget to actually talk about their horses in a personal way. The day to day stuff. Actually forming a relationship with these animals. You never hear people talk about horse racing and actually talk about the horses. Just the odds and the money and the owners. Like any you person interested in horses is fantasizing about being an owner who doesn’t even get to ride the horse. You know your horses and you seem genuinely interested in every aspect. I think the more you show the more you’ll see how much people are craving this kind of stuff. Making the horses the star again and showing them in this beautiful facility. Thank you.

[@mattmillsreining1]

Trying to keep it real and let people get a glimpse of our world!

[@dianepeoples3902]

All so beautiful!

[@mattmillsreining1]

😎👍🏾💯

[@jeannepetrillo9452]

You make so much sense...thank you. Random ? Why do you keep bell boots on the saddle?

[@mattmillsreining1]

Hey great question! So because it’s so dry here in Scottsdale, AZ the horses will get rub marks if you leave them on ALL the time. So I just stash them on my skid boots until it’s time to spin and slide. That’s when they are the most useful

[@susanford6926]

Can you do a video on buying a horse and what to look for?

[@mattmillsreining1]

Great idea!

[@myronschabe]

The headset demo was good though what I don't like to see that I don't see with you but some other very top trainers, is the horse going full speed with a very low head but behind the bit - that is certainly not natural - it looks to me like they have some kind of spade bit or something and are very intimidated, they look as if they can't even really watch where they are going. Anyway, the headset on this perlino looks natural - it is low but his nose is relaxed especially in the no bit demo maybe an inch in front of the vertical which just looks relaxed and natural. Anyway, love meeting these 3 years olds -- must sure be fun to have so many nice ones - very interested to follow Blondie as loved her sister - those other palomino colts are just too pretty.

[@mattmillsreining1]

Hey! Thanks for watching!

[@kallielawson4367]

Yass well made video with great information!

[@mattmillsreining1]

Glad you liked it!

[@OWK000]

Carmine's head may be more naturally low than some horses, but all horses have a better time maintaining a strong back and good top line if their head is not held in too tight and too high.

[@katieswaim668]

Nice Colts. Curious what happened to Peaches?

[@mattmillsreining1]

Ended up selling her to a non pro

[@donayesmith1740]

The Board Matt! Can you go over your barn board and scheduling? Also what is your mane and tail regime to keep them growing/staying long?

[@mattmillsreining1]

That’s a great idea. Shampoos and condition 1-2/ week and a great feed program!

[@goldbuckles3572]

What do you feed your horses ? That will be a great video to watch

[@mattmillsreining1]

Alfalfa cubes, grass hay, Pro Elite grain, SmartPak supplements, And Equine Omega Vitamin E Oil

[@dmcleod1000]

Nice horses.

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thank you. I’m biased, but I dang sure agree with you

[@nannettepurcell5364]

Car is sooooo a dream horse.....i just love him....he has looks and brains....well he does now.....see u almost did it with him......yeaaaaaaaa....u got this....ur cheer section is ready

[@mattmillsreining1]

You're the best!!!

[@3Sanibel33]

Carmine is a total beauty, agree and I am sure totally talented, have not seen him run....🍀

[@mattmillsreining1]

L Wilson Carlisle, Carmines 2020 debut is coming here in Scottsdale Next week!

[@MMIIserlohn]

Endlich mal eine Erklärung die man verstehen sollte !!!!!!

[@angelacourtney1123]

Low level produces endorphins, relaxed in horse...

[@mattmillsreining1]

You could be on to something...

[@saspinks3001]

Really enjoy your vlog but have to wonder if you ever worry that spending a lot of time alone inside a stall adversely affects such young horses? Are they allowed time to hang out in a pasture with a herd or buddy?

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thanks for watching. Unfortunately once we begin putting sliding plates on their hind feet we cannot put them together due to safety. However they do get turnout time next to each other. Except for the stallions. They are outside Quite a bit. We also have multiple barns that are set up differently, some give them more access to each other than others.

[@saspinks3001]

@@mattmillsreining1 Thank you for your response! I did not even think about but do understand the shoes increasing the risk of injury from horses being horses. So nice to know though that you care about and do what you can to accommodate their mental & emotional needs as horses. No doubt it's all part of doing what you can to have a happy, willing & sound partner.

[@charolettewhitley5061]

Ok the age old question and I’m sure you have been asked a 1000 times but what do you use on the mane and tails of the palominos. I can’t keep my girls white for nothing. I’ve tried it all. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@mattmillsreining1]

I think the feed program makes a huge difference. But other than that it’s a weekly shampoo and condition. We keep the tails braided and in a sock. Long names are branded

[@charolettewhitley5061]

Matt Mills Thanks so much!

[@jessicagraf230]

So how many days a week do you ride your 2/3yos?

[@mattmillsreining1]

4-5 days a week.

[@mhtributesedits9094]

ur horses are so damn pretty

[@mattmillsreining1]

And they are talented to boot!

[@akcourtney1]

What brand of training saddles do you use?

[@mattmillsreining1]

Maschke is the best!

[@lauralatha3850]

Do you put on clinics???

[@mattmillsreining1]

I do on a limited basis. My competition schedule makes it tough right now... that’s why I have my subscription page on my website. Over 200 tutorials, if love for you to check it out! Mattmillsreining.com

[@dax8753]

Interesting in the UK we never get too see a quarter horse

[@michellestoker7039]

I'm curious how tall you are. You seem tall and tower over the horses.

[@jackieotab-brickey6503]

Michelle Stoker I’m sure he’s tall but reiners are naturally smaller in frame. 14 hands maybe 15 hands. Cute, powerful little ponies!

[@victoriapurdy143]

How do you have a hot horse on such a loose rein?

[@mattmillsreining1]

Lots of practice!!!

[@fernandorodriquez]

Good job nice Looking horses

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thanks for watching!

[@laina_foy3113]

We have a stout horse she has a pretty flat neck to hips and she prefers her head a little bit lower to the ground we have a taller horse that she neck to her hips are flat but not that flat she prefers her head up

[@breannaciborowski3429]

Matt how can I get my horse to move because my horse won’t move and I ask him to move he just Stand there

[@9555aaron]

Lol she said you think that's a good idea lol

[@mattmillsreining1]

Right?!? Lol. Thanks for watching. Checkout next week!

[@evanerwin4113]

How do you keep their mane so long??

[@mattmillsreining1]

Lots of hard work! Weekly shampoo and condition as well as a good feed program

[@evanerwin4113]

Thank you

[@janicedorsey8070]

Sorry just noticed this was 11 months ago!

[@Nana-64-o9t]

Why are the tails always tied up?

[@tanyaplescia6672]

Paula Pickett so it doesn’t knot or get dirty

[@lindzz3932]

It also helps them grow out and keeep them nice for show

[@KadieJoy]

Do you save the semen before you geld? For breeding purposes and champion blood lines.

[@mattmillsreining1]

Depends on the horse, most of the time no

[@mile_highexo9348]

Why are modern day reining horses so small?

[@mattmillsreining1]

We've got some bigger too! They might be stronger than it looks !

[@mile_highexo9348]

Matt Mills reguardless they’re are all beautiful horses and world class trained and maintained!

[@danielmeans4954]

Would you ever consider an unpaid intern? Lol

[@mattmillsreining1]

Do you need housing?

[@danielmeans4954]

Matt Mills probably... that was a huge shot in the dark. Haha. But if you’re really asking I’ll start coming up with an answer. I live in Lincoln NE right now but at this very moment have no attachment here. DM? Or Email?

[@mattmillsreining1]

I’m low on housing at the moment. Thanks for reaching out!!

[@danielmeans4954]

Matt Mills I have a heart condition, my situation is hard to explain without going in depth. If you’d consider it though I can send you an email or message on Instagram.