HOW TO NECK REIN YOUR HORSE

There's more than one way to get your horse to go where you want him to. Watch this little trick I use on Smokey to get him neck reining and guide just a bit better.
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[@victovar4509]

Thanks Matt. I have a three year old rooster wrangler daughter that I’m working turn around drills on. She isn’t quite tipping her head enough in the right turn around. Can’t wait to try this I think it will help set her up better on her own on that first step rather than me constantly trying to manage

[@mattmillsreining1]

Might be just enough for her to get ahold of what you want

[@Katiewilliams7]

Wowwwww why have I never thought of that?? Can’t wait to try that with my mare(s), thank you!

[@mattmillsreining1]

It’s one of the few instant gratification tricks that I know!

[@misssmarteepants3465]

I love this. It’s an old old old tried and true trick. It’s still used for a reason. I giggled because I’m 46 and we were doing this when I was a 10/11 yo kid. Giving me some nostalgia and a smile.

[@mattmillsreining1]

Glad I could bring back some good memories!

[@mizmae0890]

I never thought.of that I'll have to try it. I learned a trick from Stacy Westfall when neck reining make sure their body is bent to the right direction 🤷🏼‍♀️ it's really helped with me but I'll have to try this thanks

[@mattmillsreining1]

Just another tool for your box

[@taylorwells359]

yes!! i’ve been trying to get my gelding to learn how to neck rein better. i think this might do the trick! thank you!!

[@MM-zi9jf]

Thank you so much! I've been frustrated because my horse isn't getting it! Will try at next lesson!

[@famousdex7327]

Man I been wanting to find out how to do this

[@mattmillsreining1]

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[@corinalee2009]

This is life changing. 😳 how have I not thought of this.

[@mattmillsreining1]

Good luck with it. Let me know how it works!!

[@jimcour291]

easy way to go! Very informative

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thanks Jim! 😉

[@fastsorrel]

What a fun surprise to see this video... I haven’t seen this trick since our Grandpa showed us back in the day! Never seeing anyone else do it, I thought he just made it up, lol! I have used it occasionally over the years. Thanks for sharing and reminding me of it, and our beloved Grandpa.✌🏻

[@mattmillsreining1]

Grandpa knew best!! 💪🏾💯〽️

[@equinediy8084]

As you did it, I was thinking oh no he isn't. Telling the old school secrets!!

[@mattmillsreining1]

Got to keep the traditions alive

[@littledonut6994]

I’m training a little pony (quarter pony) for my kids for when they get older. (I’m pregnant rn. Lol! But have a daughter that is 3) I know kids LOVE to pull and accidentally hurt things. so I’m using a Hackamore. Nothing in the mouth. I tried different things to teach neck rein, doesn’t seem to work with her. I guess it’s a pony thing because I’ve only trained quarter horses and one Clydesdale but they all had a bit in their mouths. I used to use this to kind of help but would do it with lunging. Is there any tricks to help with a horse that is using a hackamore instead of a bit? I tried using the lunge rope over the nose for it to get used to when it feels that pressure on its nose to go in that direction. I don’t know what’s wrong and I’m at a lost. Also not giving my kids spurs or anything like that. I don’t want this horse to be abused by kids that don’t know any better. Also, want it to be easy for them to ride her. I was going to buy a horse that was already trained, but I’ve never brought a horse that was very well trained besides one but they don’t have any for sell or anything that will be for sell. My Hackamore has a wide and soft cushion across the nose to prevent the horse getting hurt from the nose, if you are curious.

[@ginanichols5574]

This is just what I needed to apply to my gelding who is a little sticky to the left. What is really cool is I recently started to ride with Romal reins. Thank you Matt!

[@mattmillsreining1]

Great timing! 👏🏾😎〽️

[@coachstephsell]

I love how you give people tips, I also like how you give a disclaimer that if you don't like it get off and put it back the way you started! That's great 😊 not everyone will love it but you are amazing at coaching us over the web! Thanks for your time always 😊

[@wiskerbiscuit1578]

Did this with my pony years ago and worked like a charm.

[@chadspencer9302]

Cool tip bro

[@lilsportcowhorse]

Ok so I ride with split reins would this work for crossing them over?

[@travfreak]

Does it matter what bit you use? I ride in a Rocking S Snaffle ?

[@DixieGirl9485]

Will this work if using a o-ring snaffle?

[@KatJ3st]

Isn't that the purpose of the shank bit? Using a snaffle might be more useful?

[@burlyburonelyn]

Love this trick can’t wait to try it on my gelding and deaf mare

[@mattmillsreining1]

Nice! 💪🏾💯〽️

[@msdemeanor9906]

Very cool. I had never seen that method before. Thanks for sharing that!

[@mattmillsreining1]

Try it out if you need it!

[@darylcauthen1921]

I used to do this to my first pony when I was a kid. Good to see I was at least on the right track

[@jeannepetrillo9452]

Wow I never would have thought of that...brilliant!

[@mattmillsreining1]

Old tip that still useful!

[@karlimichael3199]

How do you try this with a horse that will not take a bit? We have a 9 year old mare that has been trained in a bosel and doesn't neck rain. My daughter (she's 9) just doesn't have the arm strength to keep riding her. Also, she's very anxious and has her head ALLLLLLL over the place! Any tips are appreciated. Obviously seeking help if I'm on KZbin lol

[@mattmillsreining1]

That sounds like nothing more than a lot of work! Prob need to start with a snaffle. Work on getting your horse soft in one rein 1st. And build from there

[@karlimichael3199]

@@mattmillsreining1 thank you, sir. Willing to try anything.

[@mariannlarosa5897]

First video I've seen on how to neck rein. I'm interested in getting an Arabian very soft mouth and hoping to make him a gymkhana horse. He doesn't neck rein yet. This made a lot of sense Matt.

[@mattmillsreining1]

It will work on any horse!

[@kadariushobbs5876]

Love your vidz and I was wondering did you have any experience with roping horses?

[@mattmillsreining1]

Thanks for watching! I have not done much with rope horses But I’ve had a few of mine go and do that job.

[@amhorses9747]

does it work on snaffle?

[@IT-zx5jc]

Thanks for this what a great idea!! I was wondering, are you at the same time touching his inside with your lower leg/spur? Because that is a lot like "inside leg outside rein" is all about in classical horseriding. I myself am blending everything, riding a five gaited Icelander haha, take all the tips I can get. Thanks for a great short yet thorough video. So effective!!

[@coletonhuggins6201]

That is a beautiful grey. This video will help a lot with my 3 year old. Thank you

[@mattmillsreining1]

Ol Smokey. Glad you liked it!

[@A3_mx]

I first saw this video shortly after it came out, and three years later I'm coming back to it! Awesome video and very helpful

[@stihlstrong2163]

This method works really well I would definitely try it!! 10/10

[@mattmillsreining1]

😉🤙🏾〽️

[@donayesmith1740]

Awesome. Matt, could a complete beginner reiner learn how to train and compete with your membership?

[@mattmillsreining1]

Yes they would! That’s why I started doing it! And as a member I will take your personal request for topics that you would like to see! 👊🏾👍🏾〽️

[@donayesmith1740]

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[@genevieveplante2855]

Thankyou son much for all those golden tips

[@mattmillsreining1]

You got it!

[@Pat5725]

Hi Matt, thank you for that great tip. Where can I buy those romel reins with the snaps?

[@lexihoskins5461]

one session and my pony learned this i love this technique!!

[@charlenesterken2604]

Great tip ,i am in the process of teaching my filly to neck rein

[@user-bi5if1ip6t]

Thank you for the tip on Romel reins.

[@mattmillsreining1]

No problem!

[@natescowgirl]

I want OL SMOKEY..!!!🐴🎊🐴

[@mattmillsreining1]

Lol, Karen will fight you for him! 😂😂

[@trailadymagazine4534]

Genius! I can't wait to try this with my boy!!

[@daddyrabbit835]

That horse loves you.

[@aprilcottrell8880]

Great explanation of the rein crossing, teaching to lay the rein and turn! Forgot about that one! thanks!

[@mattmillsreining1]

It’s so hard to remember everything we’ve learned! 😎😉〽️

[@aprilcottrell8880]

@@mattmillsreining1 we should have taken notes... lol

[@mattmillsreining1]

April Cottrell, no kidding! With the smart phones I actually Do Now! 🧐💯〽️

[@wishcyliawasgay7152]

Thank you! I got to try this with my pony.

[@mattmillsreining1]

Get after it!

[@joycee5493]

Love Smokey’s neck.

[@mattmillsreining1]

Good eye! We do too !

[@zoiesnyder9802]

Gonna try this

[@donnasadler4789]

Brilliant!!! :-D

[@bradiethomson9555]

Geesh long enough shanks. Never cross the reigns shame on you

[@mattmillsreining1]

Hey! Thanks for watching!!!! I love ALL the comments !!