How to teach your horse to be confident

[@mdee860]

This horse was SO excited to get out of the arena & see life & new things! So glad you walked him on the pavement & under the bridge. Smart, smart, smart. 👍👍🐴

[@danw6014]

I'm working with a thoroughbred that gets tight. I ride with a western wade saddle. The Cheyenne roll and night latch have come in handy. My mentor helped me with her restart. He told me to ride outside and ride her out in open country as much as possible. And for all the people who say go bitless, it doesn't matter what you put on your horse's head, it matters what you put in it. Good video. You are right on.

[@JosephNewcomb]

Thank you Dan.

[@smurfettefreedom2650]

Stumbled across this by accident and loved this video. I am now someone who constantly worries. When I was younger I used to go wherever I pleased. This hs inspired me to be a bit braver.

[@lorihanson273]

Thank you

[@maggieann5585]

I love everything about this video! The smiling, positive encouragement from this rider is amazing! I'd love to be riding with someone like him.

[@JosephNewcomb]

Maggie Ann thanks Maggie.

[@mdee860]

Maggie Ann - yes. Before Joseph Newcomb videos - I had never witnessed a "Show" person who was actually kind to & thoughtful about their horse. I rode Hunter/Jumpers but am now also mesmerized by dressage. I think I just loved jumping so much that I didn't want to do anything else, other than bareback trail rides. My loss.

[@ginnyferguson3772]

Yeah was saying this to a friend. We hack out everywhere. Gallop over stubble and long canters on grassy paths. Can be out 4 hours. My horse was v spooked by cows and sheep... but not anymore!! He trusts me so much more when we together conquer his fears. Creates such a bond. Love it! Great message..get out of that school and discover the countryside but do wear high visibility for safety. Happy days.

[@margiecrutchfield2668]

I love you and your videos Joseph. Thank you so much for doing them. Love your smile. Have a great day!keep up the great work!

[@michelapoogie]

You smile from your soul 😄 And I love that you do stuff with your horses far beyond the 20x60 ❤️

[@rockett725]

The fact you can launch & fly your drone with your horse right there is very impressive to many. You keep doing what you do!!

[@Jade-bj6ox]

This video reminds me of the time I went to ride my horse in a field where there was at least a hundred canada gooses. I ended up getting off at some point because I felt like it was getting too much for him, and then I got back on and everything went well. This happened a year ago and my horse used to be a VERY spooky horse. But I've always tried to push out of our comfort zone and he is now very calm. I wondered why he changed so much in a year but after watching this video, I understand that I was just doing the right things to build our confidence! Thanks you, I love your content you are such an inspiration!

[@gingercox6468]

You are correct. Doing stuff can be snorty but imperative to teaching confidence. Go everywhere, do everything, just you two. No reason to rush. Like the trick to getting them used to a strange stall. Lead them in...and out a couple times. They see it as been there, done that. I was at a boarding barn. When they rode, it was trails, I like to start out in the ring, warmup get the bumps out assessing his or her energy level. Then hit the trails where u pick ur way through a rocky hillside. Then opens up for a little canter. Thanks for the video.

[@WildDreamsFarmPA]

Bravo! I know so many dressage riders who wouldn't dare walk on a basic trail let alone wander around suburbia! No matter what your discipline, whether you show or just ride for fun, getting out and about outside of the ring and off the property is so necessary. So many people disregard that and wonder why their horse has meltdowns. Love watching your content and I always learn a little something too! Looks like your always having fun too which is another thing people forget about 😂Cheers! 😘

[@nwart4773]

Ah, this is what it looks like when your horse is truly your buddy. Just a couple friends having fun... :) Great videos, love your insights and spirit.

[@territhompson9096]

SOO GLAD TO SEE a horse that is headed to the dressage ring, is schooled about things out in the real world. Thank you for the video. I am a trail rider, but I am taking up western dressage.

[@darlenebrabant4332]

Your horse really enjoyed it he was checking things out

[@jenniferrobinson9114]

Your are all so very lucky to have what we in England would call, really safe tracks to ride. Here, if you go hacking, you are usually on a tarmac road sharing it with lorries, cars, cyclists, buses and any other vehicle. None of whom have any respect for horses or patience for riders. How lovely to have purpose built tracks. Wish we had !

[@spottedbutt]

I live in Massachusetts. The trails are dwindling, but we do still have them. I have been riding for 55 years, and when I was a kid I could go through three towns and only have to cross 2 roads. It was amazing! There was an area in the woods that was a beautiful field with a ring, and we would meet after school and have pretend horse shows. All my friends had horses. It was the norm. So sad how things have changed. But my best place on Earth is still in the woods on my horse. We just had a glorious Autumn trail riding season. I am in the ring for spring and summer, and when the bugs are gone, I'm trial bound!

[@leealexander3507]

I got my stallion from rural Montana with nothing but some rabbits and predators for miles. He had never had a halter on his head or seen a vet or farrier, never even seen a tree, much less been exposed to traffic or ridden in a trailer. He's a brave little guy and insisted on having the window cracked open in order to watch the traffic speed past with 18 wheelers almost within touching distance. He got slightly wild eyed but stood quietly. It was a heavy thunderstorm that badly frightened him since he had previously experienced a close call with a tornado. We pulled over and I stayed in the trailer with him so he wouldn't be alone and afraid. Even that frightened he kept his head although he hid in a back corner until he had company which in itself is a bit surprising since he was largely undomesticated and had known me less than a week. He has turned out to be very forward and excited about exploring new places. I'm sure the extreme changes in his life must have been a bit overwhelming at first. I am impressed with the courage he has shown through everything he has experienced. He does worry about things that move in trees but doesn't lose his mind over them. We are currently working on that as well as getting him to understand that cars are not there for him to catch up to and race with. Overall, I'd say he's a pretty good horse.

[@wendytaylor4030]

Just amazing!!!....what you do is amazing!! ...🐴

[@JosephNewcomb]

Thank you

[@wendytaylor4030]

@@JosephNewcomb Welcome 🤗

[@NadyaPena-01]

I love your videos. You exude positivity. It makes me want to get out with my horse to do things!

[@juliepurpleskater1736]

When my horse was 3 and just being broke to ride, I would often lead him on "trail-walks" up into the hills. He loved it. He learned to cross water, wooden bridges, an old cow hide from a dead steer, cement ditches, logs, etc. Even though he was a show horse (hunter), I still took him trail-riding all over CA -- Griffith Park, the beach, the mountains, Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, etc. He hated the monotony of the schooling ring, but loved jumping & loved trail rides. We also did lots of jumping out on the trail, too. Sometimes we'd end up on trails that were a little sketchy to ride on, so I'd dismount and lead him to make it easier for him. Most of my trail-riding was done alone - it's the best way to get away from humans for a while!

[@JosephNewcomb]

That’s awesome. It’s so good for them and it’s fun too. :)

[@lauremckinney7111]

Great job getting your horse out of the arena! I think you being mellow and calm, gives your horse the same attitude. I love the drone idea too. One of your best videos!

[@RadishandRoux]

This video was a huge help to me and I’ve watched it numerous times! Thank you!

[@brandystanner8915]

This was super helpful. I want my horse to do it all with me!

[@cmerideoffintothesunset]

Wowza for the highway. Nice work.

[@leez2834]

I am really enjoying this video. Thanks. And I want to say how nice you are in caring for your horses..

[@Lovehors4s]

I was very lucky to have a beautiful mare for nearly 20 years and she was so brave and so bold but very gentle, I could take her anywhere on our own the only thing she was nervous about were tractors but she would never be silly she would tell me she didn’t like them which was very strange as she lived on a farm for most of her life. I do so miss her it was the best time of my life, your boy is so handsome. York, UK.

[@maxinedenofre3400]

Great video! Great Horse! Also very considerate rider!

[@Missydcole]

He seems very confident and ready to go!

[@aprildreamsphotography5218]

LOVED this video, just bought my very first horse a month ago and after getting him settled in( was on the thin side/ lacking muscle) i decided to see how he would do in trail. I was nervous but held it together to keep him confident in where we were going. He did so so good too. Next time I go out I will keep this video in mind. Love all of your videos:)

[@JosephNewcomb]

Good luck and enjoy your horse.

[@baley9774]

Beautiful horse.

[@SEAHawaii]

I love your approach, so positive and relaxed. Your horse obviously trusts you and appreciates your approach too! 😄🐎

[@annieoakley5075]

I love that you did this video. I am a western turner English rider & a pleasure rider. Everything you said is what I preach too. Especially what you said near the end about being brave for your horse. When you are happy and relaxed they know. I am very impressed with your horse. He was super for you. I can’t believe how much you asked of him on this outing. He was wonderful. I only heard a few nose rollers and he seemed to follow your lead and find his bravery too. ❤️❤️❤️

[@pullingtogether5262]

I don't see very many shod heel first landings, so Joseph, you must have a very talented farrier that, well, nailed it!!!!. So beautiful to witness. Your horse must have super strong lateral cartilages/digital cushions, wow! Riding properly with horse through the body and heel first landings on all four--- that is quite an accomplishment! And I haven't even spoken a word yet about your message in building confidence. I just found you minutes ago-- not much time theses days to browse videos and still keep horses ridden. You were a find! Thank you so very much. I will definitely check in from time to time.

[@adelesdarcy]

I used to have to go under a motorway just like this, when I got my 5 year old he was incredibly spooky.. I used to just take him up there to eat grass from underneath it. He's chilled now and going under isn't a problem at all! Loved this video! ❤❤

[@disinLondon]

Love the message, 'do stuff' :) thank you! (from the UK).

[@maryvanessa9909]

Great video Joseph, he is such a good boy, because your such a good thoughtful dad, exposing your horse to outside world, yeah! 🙂 as you know a horse feels everything, if your nervous , 😬 tense, he will feel that way too. Good Job 🙂🙏😍👍🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎🐎❤️😀

[@lisafraser5837]

That is one amazing horse, obviously feeds off your energy but still what a cool pickle lol ❤️❤️

[@janethomas78]

this guy has it all- the horse trusts him well 1. he is a smart kind guy! great video!

[@JosephNewcomb]

Thank you! It was fun.

[@mozartrn1]

Very good advice. Really like the #1 priority of safety you present.

[@seasands9644]

Awesome!!!🌷He's loving that, just taking it all in. I hope you stayed on him opening the gate. The curb under the overpass would be a perfect opportunity for both horse and rider to perfect haunches in, shoulder in, and straightness. YOU really learn the feel of what YOU need to do. The horse already knows these movements, NATURALLY!!😉 Those hills are perfect for learning to feel what it's like when your horse is truly under himself while going up them, using that engine and back. With all of that, you'll be amazed at the quality of the movements in the ring. Relaxed happy rider, relaxed happy horse. The movements will be so supple. Like smooth butter.😘 Everyone make it a great blessed day!!🌷

[@zydrebaroniene8412]

Thank you 🙏

[@horseychris4224]

So good for them! My horse needs the mental time off from the arena and going out helps him mentally- we get hill work in and he gets exposed to a lot. Then he is better and happier when we get back to work!

[@geertekekroes882]

love your video Joseph. Thank you ... And yes I agree with James Woodard's Now you need a video for horses on how to make their riders more confident. 😎

[@erinklohec]

So awesome!! Love your message and your really cool music choices.

[@ellengarvie2725]

Id be worried about possible crazies of the the two legged variety.

[@bridgetconnor1447]

I have always trail ridden my horses and have done endurance and trail competitions , so I am the opposite I have an arena phobia and always feel like that is where I am going to get bucked off. By the way up here in Northern CA. we have many trails that don't involve roads and houses. Great Video , love the drone footage.

[@maggierobbins4511]

A-amazing video!!!!

[@JosephNewcomb]

Thanks Maggie!

[@FancySassy80]

Loved this video great advice. Lost lots of confidence over the last year. I’ll have to pull up my big girl panties and start doing stuff again with my horses.

[@JosephNewcomb]

Awesome. Good luck. And have fun.

[@steksinoly]

Great video! Totally agree, get out there and do it! The more you do, the more you CAN do. Also love that you demonstrated the "be smart and get off if things look dangerous". Don't let ego get in the way, right?

[@jameswoodard6271]

Amazing. Yeah, you guys have really busy trails in Carmel Mtn / Del Mar. We have plenty of quiet ones in East county (but we have more wildlife, LOL). Now you need a video for horses on how to make their riders more confident. 😎

[@georgecrios8350]

Really good socialization and experience! :)

[@JosephNewcomb]

Thank you George!

[@AFFarms444]

The music is great. And so are the vids of course.

[@robinclift1504]

Great video..so fun. What a great horse he is!!

[@Lisanisky]

Yesterday I went to one of the nearby lakes. The bay has a clean sand base and a max depth of 2-2.5 feet. It was a comlpete chill day . The Horses loved it .

[@patriciagriffiths398]

Really enjoyed your ride. It was lovely to watch

[@CavaliaGirl]

New subscriber and greatly enjoying your humor, outlook, and training advice!

[@AmyLouiseYT]

One of my favourite videos of yours! I laughed at several spots like the mounting on the hill and seeing the people. I'm an avid hacker with my horse. We love leaving the arena and exploring. Another fabulous video would be taking the horses to the beach,for sure!!! @josephnewcomb

[@irenepotter2709]

Brilliant video, makes a nice change and your giving very important advice, please, please keep these types of videos coming which show that you are exposing your horses to real life situations and not just in an arena :o)

[@LisaPanton]

ha you are lucky! in the UK we are on THE ROADS I wish we had trails alongside the road

[@seasands9644]

I can't stop watching this!🌷 There are so many areas in this vlog to perfect ones riding skills, in asking for certain movements. Wo ho. 👍

[@lvanvoris]

I moved from So Cal to CO. Such a difference in trails...

[@JosephNewcomb]

Yes. They are amazing there in co. I miss them.

[@kittys.equii_clips7135]

At our barn (in CO) we have a trail that leads straight to Chatfield. All forest area. It’s so nice.

[@deegee4041]

Ha! Thought for sure you were going to say, "If you want a horse that's really good about a lot of things, you've got to get yourself a DRONE."

[@dreamingoflongdistance1602]

Dee Gee 😂😂😂

[@ingridblohm-hyde805]

Loved this video Joseph. Thank you for the pointers of backing the horse uphill a bit to make it easier to get up into the saddle and using the curb as a mounting block, that was valuable to me as a novice. Also really glad you emphasize to do different things with horses, that has always been my idea as well - too many people use the horse just as exercise equipment in the arena - very sad! Horses are sentient beings who need diversity in their lives as well. :-)

[@michelleschweizer9000]

Amazing video, thanks I miss San Diego. Such a special horse!

[@JosephNewcomb]

I love it here. And he really is special. Thank you :)

[@dawnmcmenamin6192]

I miss the San Diego of the 70s. No crowds, free to ride forever

[@Robin-sb7vu]

Great video and advice!! Well done!

[@janicegalloway5636]

Great video. Very impressed with your multi tasking skills :)

[@kealea31]

I ride my young horses under the highway all the time. I just talk to them the first few times or do walk trot transitions to keep them busy if they are worried about the noise. They do fine

[@gweniewhinnie]

Hay there: Don't know where you live but there are tons of trails away from the hwys and houses in California. One of my favorites?! Pt Reyes. Easy Bay area has quite a lot ot trails in the hills that are awesome!!! Anyway, just thought I'd share. BTW, I like your videos so far and your kind and practical treatment of your horses. Well done.

[@dianepillsbury7202]

I am totally a Pt Reyes fan and the best part about it is that it is within reach whether you live in southern or northern (as I do) California. Stay at the Pt Reyes Country Inn, you can board your horse there and sleep in a very comfortable bed yourself. Tell Tom, Diane Pillsbury sent you.

[@nicolecourt7829]

Horses makes us happy 😜

[@JosephNewcomb]

They totally do.

[@melsnagelschmiede4842]

Hi I am from Germany. Thank you for your nice Video. Just trying to teach my horse to ride outside on streets, but it is spooky the most time. hope it will get better some day

[@vanessahoyt9435]

Love love the drone shots! Thanks for risking your camera 😉

[@hannahmadsen4380]

haha love the music! This is great!! Great Video & message

[@jamesnewcomb3765]

Really great! Like riding Chief into Wonderland Lake!

[@bung369]

You would be in absolute heaven here in Australia, my horse lives at Wandin Park Estate in Australia, I agist my horse there on 320 acres, sectioned into 5 massive paddocks, the trails outside the property are amazing

[@JosephNewcomb]

I would love it there.

[@Moppel9014]

I’m hoping you don’t have to find your horse in one of those paddocks lol 😂

[@bung369]

@@Moppel9014 yes i actually do, you will find them in groups, my gelding hangs with 5 others and you can usually work it out, even at night i walk thru 85acres. Most of the time they know to be closer to the gates of an evening feed time

[@Moppel9014]

Nic Evans That’s awesome, the horses must love it!

[@bung369]

@@Moppel9014 It is horsey heaven, natural environment, 40 horses in paddocks of 30 to 85 acres each, rotated regularly, even bush land in them haha

[@naunettemartin7450]

I like your videos it will to have confidence in ride my horse

[@debbieherbeck9779]

You should do more trail videos!

[@seasands9644]

Debbie Herbeck Beach and dunes!!

[@joanneeberstein6091]

You are brave. Always take another rider with you.

[@Crystl22]

I'm a 61 yr old woman & I ride alone when ever I want. I have a cell phone, protection & it's good to teach the horse confidence when out alone. A lot of the time I feel I am giving my horse my total attention rather than chatting away with others.

[@carolalter6697]

You buy into the fear myth when you will only ride with someone else - I rode by myself on wooded trails for 20 years - It was the best way to bond with my horse and get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life - Your chances of being hurt are far greater everytime you get in your car -

[@annettemcnabb3033]

great message -thank you i am one of those worried owners..

[@JosephNewcomb]

Thank you. Keep working on it. It’s difficult to get more confident but it gets better the more you work on it.

[@annettemcnabb3033]

Thank you , it made so much sense i have been changing my way and pushing myself more, we went on a trail ride and he was awesome!! :)

[@sphhyn]

A drone proof horse is really nice :) And I agree on doing different stuff with your horse. But definitely too much concrete and too many cars for my taste. I like to relax and enjoy nature on a trail. Greetings from Germany

[@equestrianperformancecoach9754]

Again, a beautifully done and informative video from you :) I'm still figuring out how to add the B-roll on mines but it's coming :D You come out like such a positive person Joseph! Becoming a real inspo here ;) editing wise and overly as a horseman...

[@mariettakhimatian661]

What a great video thank you so much

[@JosephNewcomb]

Thank you for watching

[@CATherine001]

You need to come to the East Coast Montauk is great! And Go Bitless for a happier horse! Great Video and the areal shots were awesome 👏

[@Bekahsassy]

It's call "desensitizing"your horse to everything which makes the horse allot safer to ride in the long run. I was taking lessons on a horse that one day my instructor said for me not to get on the horse until she picks up the plastic that was on the ground or the horse would run with me on her back. That was the first sign I got, then a person was working on the fence and the horse had to literally stop and the person had to look up to the horse to show the horse she was just a person and the big bad wolf, LOL. That was the last straw for me, at that point in was already freaking out. I was planning on taking that horse to my first jumping show, I stopped the lesson from that day and never went back. Now I'm going back with my own horse, I feel allot safer on them then any other horse that has not been train properly to keep the rider safe no matter what at all cost.

[@equuifey2824]

Hello! Thanks for the great video! Sorry if you have been asked this before, but any chance you could tell what model of drone you’re using?? Thanks!

[@SigneofHorses]

I really appreciate how much effort went into making this video😁 And I can't agree more on the massage your sending! Just do stuff! #releaseyourinnerviking

[@loripeaceandlove6391]

Omygosh! I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS-and your horses are so beautiful. ✌🏻And❤️

[@natalielobo]

I had to give up dressage (back issues) BUT have taken up driving - and wowsa, the things we try and expose our horses to before hooking them up is crazy. We would be ALL over this...lol!

[@barbdawdy7698]

I loved you used the word confidence as that is what is wanted. the term desensitization is not what we would want in an equine partner. I hear it used all the time and I dont think people think about what that term means. I want a partner tuned in that also knows hey those deer or or cars are no big deal. My leader has is with me.

[@JosephNewcomb]

Totally. It’s so true.

[@marhlfld1]

Seriously, that was awesome with the drone! I want one now! Do you have the 360 camera yet?

[@shizam1400]

Great vid. Super horse. Put your phone in your pocket, not in the shrubbery!! Also shocked by how urbanised hacking is in US. Nowhere to have a canter. Massive country, thought it was bad in UK. We have bridleways, but sometimes difficult to access via busy roads.

[@danw6014]

There is lots of open space in the US. My friend was a rancher in Wyoming. They were an hours drive from town.

[@Missydcole]

Did you set the drone to follow you?

[@silverpurkat]

Hmmm.... getting my non horsey husband who loves drones to go on a trail ride with me using his drone on the ride.....yea that might work 🤔

[@ulrikarolvag5864]

Hello Joseph 🙂 I have a question, how can you train a horse to not be scared of everything, when you are out in, traffick, woods etc. I often ride out, but she still gets scared when we are on rides, scary things like sounds, trucks, wind, cars with bikes on the roof fore exampel. We are out at least 4 times on one week. She is 11 years and still afraid of many things.

[@jdadvm78]

Totally agree with exposing your horses to as much as possible-great video! I am just starting to look into drones for horse riding-which drone do you have? :)

[@JosephNewcomb]

Dji mavic pro. It’s great. Good luck.

[@emmar2675]

My horse gets herd bound so I am afraid to riding him alone on the trail because he bucks and tries to take off!What can I do that is safe for both of us and builds his confidence and makes him less herd bound?

[@BrittvanSchie]

My horse is 26 and still spooking with everything. 😂 and we went to everything 😜

[@redeigner8303]

I am so scared for you right now. It’s too dangerous don’t venture out alone again! Love you mama

[@dawnmcmenamin6192]

Kept my horse at The Paddock, Atwater Los Feliz area. Had to go down dirt bank, cross the moss covered concrete, with, water trickling through it, it's the L. A. river, go up dirt bank, enter narrow, dark, low ceiling concrete, graffiti filled tunnel that went under the 5 freeway, semis roaring overhead, into Griffith Park with people, bands, joggers, perverts, rattlers,, to trails up the mountains, hearing elephants from the zoo,... Rode alone several times a week, as well as dressage lessons from Kamila Dupont... Ok, so now at 65, I'm just getting back into riding with a spooky, spoiled, 14 y. o. Canadian warmblood, that has been essentially a pet, and I'm scared! uh, writing this is helping me recognize, I can do this! I can ride this horse! Here goes....!

[@naunettemartin7450]

Can you do a video on to have confidence on how to ride your horse I want to know I fall off my horse and I don't have confidence and I want to get back on her and ride her thank you

[@anonymousjet]

So my horse is fairly old (17) and her previous owners never really did much with her. I've been trying so hard to take her out on trail rides by herself, but she always ends up freaking out and almost bucking me off. What steps should I take in order to desensitize her? I just think she's not used to being by herself.