How to Stop a Bolting Horse - The Secret is Prevention

You have probably heard about pressure and release techniques in horse training, specifically in natural horsemanship. There are many different explanations about how to use it, with the most widely recognized approach using pressure to motivate “the try” and/or “make the horse to do what you want.”
Let’s now take a look at what “motivating the try” means and what “making the horse” means. Both use pressure, however, one focuses on getting a “response” from the horse whereas the other focuses on creating a “reaction.”
While response and reaction are similar in meaning they can create two vastly different results. Creating a response in our horse means we have taken the time needed to help the horse think and figure it out. This approach requires skill and the use of feel and timing. Feel and timing determine the amount of pressure and timing of the release.
Creating a reaction in our horse on the other hand means we apply pressure until the horse does what we want. We are not considering the horse or using pressure to guide the process of learning. Instead pressure is used as negative reinforcement, meaning if the horse does not do what we want, we keep applying the pressure. In this scenario the horse learns to either avoid the pressure or react to it defensively.
An example of teaching your horse to respond to pressure would be teaching your young horse to move away from steady, driving pressure in the round pen and with calm, connection and relaxation.
We achieve this by going slow and taking into consideration how the horse is responding to our use of pressure and if they are figuring out what we want. By watching their body language and expressions we can determine how we go about using pressure. By going slow, we are best able to “listen” to our horse, allow our horse to teach us about them - what works best, how they feel about it and most of all develop them as confident learners during this process.
Creating a reaction on the other hand creates a quick and impulsive (non-thinking) response that is defensive or instinctively driven - the opposite of a thinking horse. If done too much, and too often, we develop a reactive, flighty, unconfident and unsafe horse.
In the end, we want to use pressure to not only help our horses think, we want to use it as a guide in developing a responsive, thinking, confident and safe partner. The release is equally as important as the use of pressure when teaching too. How we use the release, it’s purpose, will make or break the learning process. It should be used as a means of allowing the horse to digest what you are teaching, process the information and absorb the meaning. If we do not allow for the release, or understand its purpose, we have done the horse a huge disservice and injustice.
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[@jessicacrudup6976]

I love how patient she is with him while trying to get him up. :-)

[@KingsMom831]

I LOVE that you show EVERYTHING! How you “catch” your horse is so important!

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Kings Mom and Welcome! Thank you! I try to show as much as possible, especially the most important part of horse "ownership" and training, the relationship and connection aspects. As you can see in this video, my big and beautiful boy not only shares his love for me by hugging me he helps me get his tack on so we can go and do this video! Doesn't get any better than that💕

[@cindystevenson9669]

So happy he wound up with you. Sadly many end up at auction through no fault of their own.

[@charlottetodaro8488]

I love how gentle you are with the horses❤

[@palehorse5181]

I have a Paso Fino that was beaten and abused before I got her and bless her heart I’ve gotten her to trust me not to hit ect. but any bodily functions (sneeze, cough, farting ect.) will cause her to bolt. I love your method, I just need to work more on sounds...whoever that had her starved her, beat her, and then sold her for meat but she’s a true jewel. A very gentle soul once she realized I wasn’t ever going hurt her, just have to help her with her fears. She’s only 4 years old too.

[@ratherbfishing455]

Desensitize her to sound and movement. Have an experienced trainer help you with your young horse. When I trained horses we had a super heavy rope tied to a metal beam roof to teach them to tie, stand, and learn patience. We had the radio on, taught lessons, treadmill, drug the area, watered it. The horses were exposed and saw everything. I often had judges comment how well trained my horses were with young riders.

[@jsgreys11]

Beautiful! I love watching you! You are as gentle & patient.

[@qessyhildreth2851]

Awww that's so sweet. You have a wonderful relationship with them!

[@Kay-se9dc]

I absolutely love your teaching about relationship with these beautiful animals. Thank you.

[@sonyawhaley739]

I love to see the love between a horse and Rider and I love how he hugged you back it was the sweetest thing ever I love that kind of stuff

[@patricia-leas22]

Just discovered you..... absolute respect... you are just amazing, the ... feel, the subtle body language, followed by his response, then your explanations, for me I could see him just ‘switch on’ even before you ask... but omgosh what a massive man... thank you, love your clip.

[@angelahales6202]

Wow I just love your vids Caroline and since I have been following your guidance my relationship with my mare Amy has completely changed. She actually Canter's to me from the field now. The main point that turned around our relationship is the give and take and lightness with the reigns. Keep up the excellent work you are just amazing. Thank you x

[@Raviena_Ranger]

Wow how incredible! I hope my horses are this comfortable with me someday, definitely going to be coming back to your videos for advice

[@tracym6297]

I love the bond you have with your horses. I have that with my first horse but somehow lost sight of the bonding process with my others. I got them around the same time that all the natural horsemanship clinicians were popping up. It just isn't the same. I'm so glad I found your channel. ❤❤❤

[@kristylarson7832]

I love the relationship you have with the horses and all the information you offer! Thank you!

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Kristy and Welcome! Thank you!

[@loririttle4682]

My favorite videos are the ones with Zor..I have a Percheron Thoroughbred who I rescued when she was 23..spent months working on our relationship before I got on her..thanks to your videos ♥️ and she’s a dream under saddle..ALL because we’ve bonded and developed trust. Thank you, Caroline...you’re the best out there!!

[@alejandrasegura8411]

Love to see how you work toguether with your beautiful horse. You are a Great teacher! Thanks for sharing! what an amazing relationship yo-u have with your horse. looking at you both makes me happy. ..thanks again!

[@gabbsis]

I really love that you show every thing that heppens in between!!! Subscribed and i hope more videos come soon!

[@mimiv3088]

Last emergency stop i could see him totally utterly focus on you. Ears head came fully up. Awesome.

[@Calmitsok]

You speak such truth. When the relationship is so trusting snd personal they 'love' you and protect you

[@IT-zx5jc]

Love all the little gold nuggets in your videos, they are almost as valuable as the main message.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi I T and Welcome! Thank you. It's great to hear!

[@shanonhayes9400]

Oh, my thank you so much for this video. I have a Percheron cross who I love dearly...but he was pretty spoiled as a youngster. I have been learning to develop softness in my horse, and want to ride George in a halter/sidepull. We do have a good relationship. You are confirming for me that the relationship and mutual respect are the key. I haven't had the courage to take it further with him until now. One day at a time! Thanks.

[@juliakoroleva1567]

Thank you. I can feel this zen energy from your interactions with your horse. It's really beautiful. There is no force unlike in many other trainers' videos I've seen.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Julia and Welcome! Thank you , that's great to hear!

[@teresaarvidson44]

Thanks for this video. Its amazing the relationship with Zor, . You sound so much like my old trainer i had when i had a thorobved off the track. she taught me how to do an emergency stop similar to your style on my thorobred which seemed to work pretty well. He was 16.1 pretty big and strong for me. Kudos to your humane and gentle approach.

[@ltrocha]

You did an excellent job in this video.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Thank you so much Mr Trocha!

[@caitlincharlotte1468]

Thank you for this help, my horse was taught before I got him to go go go, bc he was ott, now with your help, I can control him : D

[@jackiekahn3731]

I haven’t ridden for months but you’ve inspired me to give it a go with positive energy!

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Jackie and Welcome! That's so great to hear!

[@user-bi5if1ip6t]

Awesome to watch the amount of work done. Great way to relate to a horse from my point of view being new to this stuff.

[@Sara-he4dn]

Got my first horse a few months ago. A kill pen rescue. A big index mare. Your videos have been so great for us- especially in a barn where old school methods are the norm. I prefer cooperation through relationship and trust. Thanks for reinforcing that. THANK YOU! 🙏

[@keelyevans7692]

Superbly explained, I love the responsiveness

[@carmenslee6234]

Great lesson, thank you!

[@lyndaennis8508]

That was brilliant hard-working you and the horse you are both connected love it thank you xxxx

[@katarinamills8530]

I have all your DVDs and love your work.My 9y old Oldenburger turned to be a magic horse since I work with him according to your ideas...started 2years ago with it.Love from Germany!

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Katarina! I recognize your name:) Fantastic to hear! Keep up the great work and keep me posted!

[@dreamcometrue2498]

Your relationship with Zor is beautiful to watch!

[@towhidyr]

I’m so happy to watch your session because I hav’t ridden my horse for over a year also. I’m going to watch this every day before you do what you did. Thank you very much. Reza

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Reza and Welcome! Thank you and keep us posted!

[@nicoler6972]

She's so loving to them I love that. & how you work with the spirit heart and mind

[@Selmla]

Thank you so much for this video. So right in my mind also.

[@horseanddogspage]

Sooo nice to see that great improvement in Zor. With my mare Lady we follow your curriculum, started 1 year ago with KZbin and after the course spirituality of horsemanship that ive sign up for in 2019. Now she pick me at the mounting block, ground with me, even in the stable no need to tie her anymore (most of the time) shes became so affectionnate and loving! The communication between us improved a lot. She's stick to me more than ever at liberty, walk and trot, starting to add more action in the round pen and keeping her glued (sometimes she just dont want to leave me) i'm being able to keep her next or around me at the trot in my square arena most of the time, and she's coming to meet me in her pen or in the arena. Ive had improvement since I've started the tao of horsemanship, easier to keep her at the trot cause Ive found some missing pieces already, learning more and more to know my mare, and be the leader that she needs. I'm mounting bareback in the arena half of the times, Ive bought that super bareback pad you suggest on your web site I'm working a lot on my energy, being more centered and in my senses, has helped me in my everyday live handle stress too ! I'm really happy of all the improvement for me too! I had to regain confidence after a very bad experience somes years ago in trails that had make my mare nervous, and me too. With time, patience and dedication, I think we went throught that. The relashionship we've developped last year with the help of the spirituality of horsemanship course helped us a lot overcoming that past experience Now were going on trails, only my mare and me, and her ears going back and forth, she's looking for my cues, she's no longer nervous et we walk back home very relax. What a pleasure and a relief! It's so important that we enjoy it both. I use my saddle and helmet on the trails thought. One day when lady and I, will really ride as one like you do with your horses, I will have the chance to go with a bareback pad. I will take all the time it need Thank you for helping me improving my world! Lady is all the world to me...I'm so exited to be abord the masterclass membership ! Its an Incredible journey! You deserve a great testimonial your work is amazing!

[@carolinerider5924]

Hi Annie and Welcome to my youtube channel! It's so great to hear all of you progress with yourself and your mare! Awesome to have you join me on my online courses too!!!! I look forward to keeping in touch!

[@horseanddogspage]

I like the fact that we can ask question and share progress on the course online too, very nice of you creating that communauty and giving us feedback. You'll hear about me very often. Ps: thanks for the advices by email after my inscription in the course, much appreciated !

[@lindawisnoski762]

Annie Lampron great training. I did for 8 yrs. Professionally. It is a gift from God for I had no lessons or experience from others. I was called a whisperer. I really enjoy watching and hearing what you say. God bless you. I live in McKinney Texas now.

[@kellysmith1792]

What I wouldn't give to hug a horse like that! Lol - looks like he is fully content to just lay there. WOW, I love how he got up with you on his back. I love them so, I may be hooked to watch you too.

[@BindedSoulz]

I love your attitude haha, when sh!t hits the fan, im new to the training world but im enjoying taking in the knowledge, im putting my all into learning about such magnificent animals, i’ve currently got a mare im training, she was so head shy, and no one could get near her, i took the courage to start training her first, i found in our time together she’s just like me, and we’ve bonded so well, and im welcome to her herd, we dont deserve animals, but im glad people like us who appreciate them get to have moments like these

[@charlotteh7766]

What a pleasant instructor you are, both to your beautiful horse and the viewers! Greetings from Denmark 🇺🇲🫶🇩🇰

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Thank you Charlotte!

[@alisonjetmar7437]

You are definitely someone I wish I knew when I was younger and horse crazy. I learned and it was an interesting journey but boy oh boy some of the advice I recall - the persons I speak of were pretty clueless so one learned to sift and separate the advice! You are a great resource and I like your approach.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Alison and Welcome! Thank you!

[@carmenslee6234]

Love this video all over again!

[@mingram008]

Thank you for helping us! Excellent information packed in this video! Looking forward!!!

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Mingram008 and Welcome! Thanks so much and let me know how it works for you and your horse!

[@dougalvis]

For safety sake, I remind any viewers no “technique” will 100% eliminate risk of horse behaving in an undesired or unexpected way. But like this trainer emphasized, with a lot of time & work you can greatly reduce the chances of a negative response. It can be challenging to relate to a horse without fear in light of this reality but vital to do so or else the horse won’t learn to trust you. Loved the advice to use protective gear & be aware when taking horse to new environment 👍. Those things will help reduce fear in the rider IMOP. Just remember no amount of baby talk, hugging & kissing will change the fact you are dealing with an animal that can react instinctively or respond based on previous negative experience at any time. Loved the video - beautiful horse 👌

[@user-fo7ns7pq9q]

So love the way you by gentle handling connect with that beautiful horse . I have a very sensitive horse that has been thought good manners and with very light aids . It’s such a gift to have such a horse and so safe , fun and amazing to work with him 💚😍 love your laughter and that you , like me, thanks the horse and make him proud … Good boy 🥰

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Lena and Welcome! If you would like to learn more, click here for my online courses and video library: www.taoacademy-horse-training-courses.com/.

[@jolantagierlak7246]

You are the best!🤩

[@PEACE-nu4wj]

What a beautiful horse!!!!

[@warriorhorse1533]

Thank you so much for all you do. I have a Belgium who is very light to touch but I have to get him to come to the mounting block.

[@carmenslee6234]

The hugs are sooo sweet!

[@darrincrosby5149]

Hey love , you have some great skills they trust you I can tell

[@baroquemedicalitsupporttea8306]

Thank you for the brilliance in your confidence and knowledge, makes for a riveting trainer! I subscribed, and I can't ride, but I want to learn.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Baroque and Welcome! Thank you so much for your support! I am releasing a new online course, Beginner Rider Course, this month. Please click here to join and help share the method www.taoofhorsemanship.com/beginner-rider-series.

[@rajeevbhardwaj8514]

Very informative ,well explained ,pl upload such more videos , thanks

[@anneyrose]

I started at 55 mostly just walking i ride in pad and rope mostly like in video. When she takes off at a spook, i have bad habit of diving off her , not good at 65.im not comfortable in a saddle, i ride in my yard do obstacles mostly. I love your laugh makes me feel at ease

[@terriedwards1770]

Wow what a awesome teaching love ur teaching 💓🐴 lots of work but worth it

[@bwci33]

I always told my kids to sit back and ride a bolt as if it was all YOUR idea, not the horse's, and ride FORWARD into a circle (or a bush if need be!). That seemed to do the trick even in a real scared run. The fact that you reestablish the leadership right away seemed to be reassuring to both horse and rider and got things back to normal fast. But you do need to be a good rider and if possible (this happened sometimes while riding others' horses) have a very solid relationship with your horse. This video was a good reminder of how to do your basic work: Thanks and give your horses a big hug! Oh, and one time, my advice was ride that stinker pony (not ours) forwards until he is so tired he will never do that again, and he NEVER did that again! (Ponies are a special case.)

[@shelmstedt]

So you advice your kids to let the horse run like a maniac cross-country, especially downhill, through rabbit holes, maybe even through cars, people on the trail, running through other horses on the trail? I am truly just puzzled.

[@slapshotjack9806]

I love how still he sat at the beginning

[@helenbird1664]

Beautiful relationship with ur horse 🐴 Thank you for the kindness and informative support on ur video. I’m about to share a field with a big female horse that’s very lively and young. I will need to build a relationship with this new horse somehow .It seems to like being a ‘runner’ and not like being caught. I’m frightened it may possibly barge out of the field as well.Early days. I hope I can handle it . (I can’t cope with potentially getting injured ) Thank you 👍

[@triplemoon9563]

Yes yes Yes! SPOT ON! Thank you for this video A lot of knowledge I wished I could just sit with you while you work a horse. Everything I had seen here is true earned. Respect from your horse. & that is the ultimate goal between horse and rider. Respect comes from Trust & love.which a lot of horse people dont get… You want a Partner not a slave. Bravo to you young lady. You should be proud.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Triple Moon and Welcome! Thank you so much!

[@sarahnystrom8517]

I love how your horses are your children. Mine is too!

[@sarahnystrom8517]

gym shoe why?

[@camillakruitbosch4016]

I'm going to be purchasing your membership I just got to wait a while

[@thepeacestore458]

I had my 20 year old mare bolt on me yesterday out of nothing. And it was a shocked because she has never done that before. I will apply your technique. Thank you. I subscribed to your videos.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi The Peace Store and Welcome! So sorry to hear about you mare, I hope she's okay. Please let us know how the technique is working for you and if you have any questions please email us at [e-mail] Thanks Sabrina

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

Such great advice .

[@Calmitsok]

Such lightness in the mouth, listening to the leg, and a fabulous friendship/ relationship! I need to move to america

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Susan and Welcome! Thank you so much. I teach students all over the world through my online riding program. Every horse on my KZbin channel has been developed, trained, using my method. Please click here for details and to join www.taoofhorsemanship.com/masterymembership/. Please email me directly with any questions [e-mail]. ▼

[@Brisco1]

What a handsome, nice looking horse!

[@clairesuzanne1276]

Great video 😁👍

[@punktpunkk]

when he hugged you 😭😭😭😭 SO CUTE

[@adultfamilycenter765]

WOW that gate you guys open together

[@angelanicholson951]

This being one with your horse is how i see it. They are not machines created for us to ride, like machines. I can't stand that! They are living creatures, and every one is different. They and us need to be light and in tune with one another...a partnership. They want to be with us as much as we do with them. I loved this video. Subscribed.

[@lauraalbertson7821]

Thank you Caroline for another great video. You got me from the start when you sat on Zor while He was laying down . I had seen the short version and it made me cry . Now watching how He trusts You as you walk around Him and climb on and prepare for Him to get up , Took my breath away 😢 So Beautiful the way you both trust each other. Love All of the video!, Showers of Blessings upon You and all those you Love 💜😇🕊Laura 💜 Bear 💜Willow 💜🐴

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Laura! Aww, thank you so much! Sending love and light to you and your loved ones, 2 and 4-legged!

[@smokedoliver1]

What a good looking guy!

[@sonyawhaley739]

Wow she is a great teacher I would love to learn from her and to be working under her

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Thanks Sonya! You can learn from me and remotely. I offer my apprenticeship program online. Please click here for more information about my MasteryMembership Riding Foundation Program www.taoofhorsemanship.com/masterymembership.

[@pce12345]

Lovely vid

[@tootsla1252]

Horsie love and respect. Beautiful!

[@ruthrackham2983]

I love watching you working with these beautiful horses. It makes me realise how far I have to go and I don't have my own horse so working with school horses in lessons feels like a long haul. The mare I ride just gets faster and faster and doesn't listen to me (or other riders) but I love her. I will keep striving to get her to listen to me and to catch her before she goes full pelt in the arena. Wish me luck and if you have videos that beginners can follow pls signpost as that would be so appreciated.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Ruth! Thank you. I wish I could offer you some quick advice, tips, but it's not that easy, especially working with lesson horses. Most are miserable. Every "bad" behavior is a sign, means the horse is communicating, trying to tell you what's bothering them. In your case, your lesson horse could be bothered by many things, too many for them to keep it together and that's because they get trigger stacked, overwhelmed, feel despair and lose control. Helping horses like this is more about meeting their individual needs and not about training and certainly not about punishment. If you can spend some time just being with this horse, without asking anything of them, doing things they like to do (eat grass, good hay, treats, brushing, going for a walk about) it would help them feel better about their plight. When you take a lesson, tell your instructor you want to go slow from now on with this horse. This way you can show them love and make them feel comfortable during their lesson with you. In the end, you're paying for the lesson, it's your money so it should be your time. Keep me posted!

[@joycefranco8852]

Beautiful...just beautiful

[@india239]

I wish you would wear a helmet. I got a kick in the head after a bolting and bucking mare unseated me. Saved my life

[@vincef5832]

I WISH YOU WOULD MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS! Nanny state minded people don't belong in the horse world.

[@bobbibecker3669]

Some people use their brain and don't rely on a helmet

[@literallynoone5473]

Holy shit your replies are toxic. Like oh. my. god. It is such a small thing to wear a helmet but it has so many benefits. The original comment put it so nicely and y’all are just trying to tear them apart. Be respectful and prepare your arguments a little better next time please.

[@dogmom7698]

Vince F STFU idiot

[@Lucy-eg3tj]

Yup

[@jetwoods7453]

Thank You

[@kathleent.6064]

This is a lovely video-So many wonderful things about it I only wish that as a role model you would ride consistently with a helmet--no one ever plans to need one.

[@bronwynmines7864]

Brilliant 🙌🤗

[@jodyhuston1516]

Thank you Caroline and Zor ! Very nice to meet you for the first time. I love your light touch connection with Zor and the way you teach ! Where in Florida are you ?

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Jody and Welcome! So glad my work resonates with you! I am located right outside of Ocala, in Dunnellon, FL. Here is mt main website www.taoofhorsemanship.com/

[@kasialeparska2480]

Beautiful horse ❤️❤️🐴❤️

[@Tiamomucho]

Your horse is so lovely ☺️

[@dariaharruff7025]

That's awesome ur awesome with horses nice job 👍👍

[@Sorraiamustang]

Nice video and funny ... Any horse person that has any experience at riding has experienced a bolting horse . This info is invaluable . The only thing I would add is a verbal cue at the same time as she performs the emergency stop .

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Sorraiamustang and Welcome! Thank you!

[@martapoludnik9220]

That's amazing. I didn't know what to expect but that's exactly how I stop fast when things are getting a bit out of control. And yes, the horse has to be thought to be soft before this works. A lot of work at walk and trot before this works at lope or gallop. Thank you.

[@PARoth2011]

Hmnn....I was taught to slide hands down the reins and sit back to slow a bolting horse at least 25 years ago and it was reinforced by several instructors since so nothing secret there BUT that said, it is always nice (and important) to review it and I appreciated the emphasis on the time taken to do correct ground work, bending and softening etc at the halt and walk which so many trainers pass right by. Agreed: Preparation is the biggest “secret” to stopping a horse who wants to take off. Very nice horse and classical riding.

[@arabiansarelifex9585]

Your so lovely with them. Wish everyone was 💕

[@gemmafisher1986]

🤣🤣 love how he's so chilled, no mum not today

[@joypolk3093]

New to your channel, great video!

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Joy Polk, Welcome! If you have any questions please email me at [e-mail] or check out Caroline's website for more info on us! www.taoofhorsemanship.com/ XX Sabrina

[@bronwynbody4491]

seriously!! you are fabulous...you are so connected, intelligent and bloody switched on! How do I get you to Australia to be my personal helper?? Beautiful horse

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Bronwyn and Welcome! I have many students in Australia! I'm sure we can put something together. Please email me directly to further discuss: [e-mail]

[@dogmom7698]

Helmets save lives. You might want to be a good example of safety and consider wearing one. My friend was tossed off and killed when her head hit the ground after her horse had a bad spook. It is nothing to take lightly.

[@dogmom7698]

kurtis howard are you talking to me? If so, kindly stfu.

[@erynd2524]

I bought a helmet and impact vest after my first accident last November. My back was broken in two places.

[@pinkystinky523]

@@erynd2524 WOW. Sorry to hear that! The vest and helmet probably saved your life considering bones were broken even with that protection.

[@paloma4444]

@@erynd2524 fuck

[@paloma4444]

@@erynd2524 in a horse ride?

[@fromkillpens2newhomes878]

The way I learned to stop a horse that has bolted, is lean back and seesaw the reins left to right repeatedly, so they can't get a good bite on the bit. Now, this technique won't work on a horse that doesn't have a bit in it's mouth. In all fairness, most of my experience is on the ground, with thoroughbreds on racetracks. I was a groom on the racing circuit for 4 years, back in my early twenties. I've only ridden horses a few times in my life. I just like working with them. And doing my part to save as many as possible from the slaughter pipeline.

[@reneeredfern1569]

See I’ve seen someone try that in action on a horse that does bolt that I knew from experience wouldn’t respond to any sort of technique whether it be flexing (bending) or seesawing. So anyway the horse was bolting she didn’t listen to what her what to do and do the seesawing technique end came off the horse into a barbed wire fence, and that horse ended up getting sold because no one had the table or was able to fix him and he had put people in the hospital multiple times because of how spooky he was. He also like 17 years old so that did it help either.

[@ratherbfishing455]

Turn the horse in a circle and take there head away. Won't work very well if the horse has been trained to be supple. I've ran a horse into a wall to get it to stop.

[@keithtaylor6069]

Geeze I love that horse

[@kellysmith1792]

Ok, I'm hooked, I really like your technique and reasoning. Knowledge and love are always the way. I have an inner fear that I never atates put loud related to 2 bolting horses and 1 runaway many yrs ago. 2 before age 13 the other late 20's. I never had training nor my own horse (though they are my #1 love) at the time I did all I knew, but it was not enough. I have since been offered to ride my close friend/neighbors horses, they are an older couple and no longer ride. With all my ❤ I have "SO" wanted to, but there is always a reason why I can't, (WOW-what a sap I am,this almost made me cry) any way, I think I'm afraid-no, I know I'm afraid it will happen again. So far, from what I have seen from you, maybe I can learn and possibly build my confidence. Thank you.

[@kellysmith1792]

Sorry for not checking my spelling, my intent in my comment was "I had never STATED OUT LOUD", not the bolony you see there, sorry.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Kelly and Welcome! Yes, you can overcome your fear and be the partner and rider you always dreamed of with your (a) horse! Please check out my website where I offer an abundance of online courses for both rider and horse: www.taoofhorsemanship.com

[@gemmafisher1986]

He is absolutely beautiful and gentle..it's very rare to have a relationship with a horse like that..obviously loves u..I hate croos too nobody should need to use a whip !! He's stunning I'd love a horse like him..gentle giant

[@patriotremnant857]

Love that horse....what a beauty😊

[@vigilantegal]

Love this! Any discounts offered for a private non profit rescue?

[@robertholitik5729]

It’s why she has complete trust in Zor, and I wish I could ride him, and she’s the best KZbinr ever.

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Thanks Robert! If you become a lesson student of mine, you can ride Zor!

[@robertholitik5729]

@@TaoofHorsemanshipthanks, how do I become a lesson student of yours? And where’s your barn?

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Robert and Welcome! Thank you!

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Robert! You would need to become a student of my mastery riding foundation program. Please click here for details and to join www.taoofhorsemanship.com/horse-riding-holistic-program.

[@julieruege4579]

Nice and yes helmet

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

Hi Everyone! I'd like to share a question about this video from one of my bloggers. My answer offers more depth and clarification on how to prepare a horse so they don't bolt! Please read on and share! "Hi Caroline. I got to experience a bolting horse for the first time last Saturday. I was riding on a bareback pad because no normal saddle fits my horse. I've ordered a custom one. I've ridden him 6-7 time bareback with no problems. My Gypsy Vanner spooked, and I fell off. That must've made him spook more because he bolted off. Then, my riding partner's horse bolted. It could've been much worse than it was because no one was seriously injured. I now know both horses need much more relationship work. However, is there any advice you can give for if a horse bolts and the other one is even thinking about following the bolting horse? " Hi Sage! Glad to hear you are all ok after the bolting incident! What you are describing, beginning with " I've ridden him 6-7 time bareback with no problems" holds no value. It means nothing in terms of knowing your horse and what he knows. Both of those horses needed a thorough assessment first to determine what they knew or didn't know as well as how safe they would be in certain situations before being ridden out and on a trail or even together. First, as a professional trainer, I don't just get on and ride a horse I just met, not even my students horses. I know most professional trainers do and well, we do not see eye-to-eye when it comes to that topic. See, I want to get to know a horse, see how he thinks, reacts, responds and what he knows or doesn't know. This is the first step and what I call an assessment. And, I follow my guidelines when assessing. I have 10 free training vids on purchasing your first horse, pre-exam. I look at everything, not just the physical aspects. I show you what I'm looking at and looking for in each video too. Once you've watched them you'll know more about me and how thorough I am and how safe my training method/program is. Getting back to your question about " any advice you can give for if a horse bolts and the other one is even thinking about following the bolting horse? " I think I answered it in this video. Proper preparation and testing your horse and before you go out on the trail. Test them together and in safer environments like a paddock or arena and before you trail ride. Why? Because every time we take our horses away from their comfort areas (i.e. thresholds) we are testing their confidence, respect and trust in us. While most of you may think Zor is excellently trained and responsive in this video and I agree, he's only passed the 1st test with me. I have yet to test him in new environments and thresholds and for starters I won't be riding when I do test him. When I think he's relaxed and safe enough to ride in those new areas, I will be wearing a saddle and helmet when I do.

[@sherrieaton6444]

Hi. I am new to your videos and enjoying what I’m learning. When you say that you wouldn’t be riding Zor when you take him out of his environment... what would you do if you want to go on a ride out? ie a hack?

[@TaoofHorsemanship]

@@sherrieaton6444 Hi Sherri and Welcome! My training method involves developing tremendous awareness on the human's part - that is part of the equation of being safe when riding. My training program, work with horses, is very mindful of the horse's comfort and when they feel safe in new environments and when they don't. Feeling safe, or not, is what I call a "threshold". Once my horse is comfortable, trusting and safe in one area of our working environment, or physical threshold (they have emotional ones too), I will "test" it in a new one, paying close attention to their energy, body language, expression and ability to stay connected to me. If they cannot remain the same in the new area, as they were in the one where they remained relaxed and comfortable, I will work on the ground until we get the same connection in the new area. So, to answer your question more directly, I know Zor and I know how unconfident he can become and he is too big and too strong to feel safe on when riding, so I will work him in new environments and on the ground before I trust him enough to ride in those areas. Once we can go to 4-5 new areas and be successful I will venture out on a trail. Not all horses are like Zor and some are fine going out on a trail for the first time. But with horses like Zor, you need to be smart and careful about how you develop them and where/when you ride them.

[@sherrieaton6444]

Thankyou for your reply !!

[@MrsMiss-mv5kt]

@@TaoofHorsemanship DP you have a link to purchase your recommended super bareback pad? Thanks

[@bunnykins1450]

I happened across your video by accident and feel so blessed I have. I have four horses, they are, apart from nights, almost constantly around me, me around them due to the way I live. I’m so lucky. Your training methods building on the relationship is the first I have seen that truly is communicating and building a relationship with a horse. A number of people around me are the same too. So I’ve already shared this. We are in France are Dutch, English, French and American. The French are generally see their horses as a tool and do not see character. Same with their dogs and wives ! In any event, I have one particular horse with whom on the ground I have a great relationship, in saddle impeccable whilst in an arena. Outside in the forests, she sweats up in fear and gets so stressy. She has never bolted or done anything bad, she listens to me inspite of her fear. So I’m joining your classes so I can help myself and her too. All my horses are rescue. They have had trauma in their past. This mare is the only one I have been unable to really achieve full trust, no doubt it is me lacking. I am so looking forward to learning from you and sharing with my horses and friends too. God bless you