INTRODUCING MY YOUNG HORSE TO THE BIT! *Tips & Tricks*

[@FrenchArtOuiOui]

Mushu’s inner self is definitely a big friendly dog

[@2244_---Noideahorses.]

He was such a good boy! I did not know he would do that well! He turned into a real life champ!!!!

[@suerichards47]

That mustache gets me every time! Not ever seen that on a horsebefore🤩🥰🤩

[@Cocoloba]

Mannnnnnnnnnnnnn!!! Changing gears and following the silent commands such as stop and turn in, acing the poles on the ground, being incredibly adorable AND playing with the bit in his mouth the whole time! Mushu is better at multi-tasking at 3 years old than I am at 62! I love that silly guy!

[@rottiegirl0077]

He's just so chill. Seems like he's such an easy horse to work with.

[@freespiritequestrian]

He is such a fun horse!

[@crystalbeetham-bs1tl]

Mushu. Is. Looking. Great. And. Seems. To. Learn. Fast. ❤

[@candicerunyon2762]

Wow, the willingness of a young and innocent horse who just wants to please. . . it's a joy to see. When you see that ( him going to the mounting block), it's a big well done! Bless his darling heart! And for Kyle to wear a pink shirt for you on camera shows just how much he loves you. 😁

[@karenryancrawford6401]

The Gypsy Vanners is such a sweet horse. I fell in love when they first showed up in the states! Friesan would be second most loved.

[@jessbordeaux9845]

He is such a doll!!! I'm pretty sure he's my favorite! It's that saucy mustachio❤

[@mariannekaminski5795]

You are the BEST teacher of people, and trainer!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thanks!!!

[@shirleyrice7093]

He loves you and totally trusts you. You are his friend.

[@AL-lz1hb]

Every time I see Mushu he makes me smile. Such a cute cuddly Chublet and so smart too. He's making great progress. Showing Kyle do the mounting block trick proves he's learned the lesson and can work for someone else too. Very impressive.

[@minaparish5687]

Had to giggle: a saucy Mushu mustache! He's adorable!

[@crvvegt]

Just like a kid! Everything into the mouth, and nosing all over on you! Hes so sweet! You really have a gem there. So fun watching as i cant ride anymore. Love❤❤

[@carrieeasley3995]

I love the way he walks up to the mounting block and then turns his hind end until he’s even with it. He’s so smart! You are a great trainer!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!

[@LegendHold1]

Swing that booty over Mushie! Wow very nice and willing boy! I think he likes to play with the bit because he just likes to "play" with things in front of that "stache", as evident from how he plays with the applesauce cup, your shoulder, the head band on the bridle...anything in reach of those lips get's a good 'lippen' play time.

[@kalbarridogs]

His temperament is absolutely precious. Good boy Mushu

[@karenryancrawford6401]

He has excelled so much with your trading and bond with him.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!

[@rolandadesrosiers-lewis744]

I just got my Gypsy last October. Her personality is so much the same as Mushu. I love her so much. This breed loves to please.

[@freespiritequestrian]

That’s awesome!

[@BRMBeeGeesR1]

I found your channel when I was watching one of my horse auction rescue channel. I binged watched all of your videos. Love all of them!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yay!!!! Thank you 😊

[@karenryancrawford6401]

I just love his mustache! The dark color just below the lighter.

[@wendydavies1301]

You have done a great job with Mushu and he is a really clever boy. He clearly loves you and could walk away at any time and he just stayed. 🩷

[@paulrobertson7650]

I truly admire how you start and work your horses,your so gentle and layed back which horses feel..well done you that was excellent..

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!

[@patriciajones3192]

He looks good with his new haircut. Very nice!

[@ThKiwi]

I love how curious and thoughtful he seems about everything. He trusts you so well. ❤❤❤

[@EmmaSmith-cc4fz]

I just broke me wrist and this vid was what I need! ❤Mushu❤

[@freespiritequestrian]

So sorry!

[@shirleyparent1873]

Mushie did great. Your love shines through. He's gorgeous. Thank you for sharing 💜✌️

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thanks!

[@milaaxxyz]

Aww how cute! He was such a good boy! I love Mushu ❤

[@Ilovemyhorse310]

Mushu is soooo good! The way he lines up at the mounting block, he is so clever. I have a 4yr old which I ride and I am starting to teach him to line up at the mounting block! I am trying to copy the way you do it!😂 I hope Belle is doing good!❤ I love your videos and Horses!💙

[@freespiritequestrian]

Awesome!

[@bella-bee]

I love that he’s got a lace blanket !

[@daiyzanth]

Aww Mushu is the best little man ever!! He took that like he didn't even care. You have done an amazing job with him.

[@victoriaarcher9861]

Such a good boy and cute to boot. Oh yeah, and Mushu too.

[@momy4him]

I love Mushu he is so so so cut. and his little must ash is so cute!

[@healingsprings11]

Loved the Irish or Celtic music you played during the lesson. He did such a superb job at listening and responding. A very smart boy he is and really enjoys the work or pleasure of learning. Slow and steady .....! 👍 🐎💚

[@Levongrova]

I adore Mushu's personality. He is just one of a kind and it's so easy to tell ❤️ such a precious soul

[@joycehook4832]

You are such a good leader to your horses. I see the respect they have for you, and most of all the love.

[@emilybailey4457]

Mushu is precious❤

[@sherylmarsh5533]

What a wonderful boy! He really goes out of the way to please..❤

[@wilmapascha2996]

Je really does everything right. What a horse!

[@tammibonjour9851]

He is so smart and sure loves you❤

[@tnit7554]

Adorable, intelligent, a really cool horse.🐴😊

[@shirleyrice7093]

I love MuShu. I rode a 13.2 pony.

[@suzanne9622]

I LOVE this horse!! From his mustache all the way down to his feather, I am nuts about him! You do great with him and make an excellent pair. You could not find a better disposition anywhere!

[@marlenebourgeois266]

Love your point about dropping to your knees..makes good sense in case you fall.

[@lindasmith744]

This is just the cutest little gypsy! He is totally connected to you and views you as his leader person! You must be having so much fun watching him advance! Fun to watch from here, GV horses have such a wonderful personality and this one is a good example, plus he's really handsome!

[@freespiritequestrian]

They truly do!!! I’m so pleased 💖

[@lguzzo1969]

He cracks me up! He is such a good boy. I watch your videos every morning. Horses are such a beautiful spirit. Your doing a great job. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@freespiritequestrian]

I love that! 🩷

[@x_Taybrina_x]

i love all the care shae puts in her horses/ponies

[@lindadipasquale-lk2sl]

Mushu💞💞😂😂 is just the best!! He's a fast Lerner and has a great trainer!! I Love him he is a riot!!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! He’s very entertaining haha 😂

[@Nana9112go]

Great job !! I just love watching your connection between the two of you. You are doing so well! I love his mustache!!

[@IshikaAndAnimals]

Mushu is going to turn out to be a real champion ♥️ Can’t wait to see Bells foal!!!

[@georgiaanderson4483]

Mushu is so smart ❤

[@Harlsfavmrpops]

He was so good and such a fast leaner.Also he looks great in purple and green

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thanks!

[@SabrinaFanxox]

I wish you good luck mushie he is a great boy 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@terripackard9292]

Love the extensive ground work you do with your horses. It certainly pays off.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Indeed! Thank you

[@s.f.3627]

Mushu looking absolutely stunning and Kyle rocking that pink shirt 😊

[@freespiritequestrian]

💖💖💖

[@348Tobico]

I can't decide if Mushu has a Groucho Marx or an Inspector Clouseau mustache? Either way Mushu has a sense of humor! And Kyle the shirt looks so manly!! If only you had a mustache like Mushu you two could be comedy partners! Oh well pay no attention me. Mushu is so smart! That move to your knees is brilliant and so necessary in even a small emergency. And since Mr. Mushu did so well at the mounting block he deserves a whole apple or half a jar of sauce. You are so right---he really wants to learn and get that love and praise from you. But you EARNED every bit of his trust by being so kind and loving. Good on you!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Mushu definitely has a sense of humor haha! So glad you enjoyed all of our shenanigans. 💖

[@mikehenry6284]

OMGOSH 😱 Mushu did amazing 🤩!! I can't believe how far he's come, I know you've been working with him throughout the winter.... But I'm literally blown away by how much he's learned. He was such a sweetheart today. Everything you asked him to do, he did, and did it all so nicely. His love and trust in you is like phnominal. I'm so impressed 😁 when you asked him to come pick you up at the mounting block... I was cheering him on, come on Mushu you can do it, and when he did, I let out a big YAAAY 🤣 hope none of my neighbors heard or seen me 🤣 I probably looked like a nut, but who cares, I was so excited 😁. I love his little mustache, it's so cute! He's really turning into a gorgeous, WELL TRAINED horse. You've done an amazing job with him Shae, you should be so proud, I know I'm extremely proud of you girlfriend. And I obviously know about how you name your horses (I've been following you from the beginning) has to be Disney themed, but if it wasn't, I swear I would have named him Chunk 😉 he's built like a brick **** house 😉 please forgive my language, but he's just so muscled up and THICK....he's absolutely beautiful! Great video Shae, loved every minute of it. Can't wait for more. Love and Blessings my friend ❤️🙌 Jennifer

[@freespiritequestrian]

I love your enthusiasm!!!! Yes, Mushu is such a little TANK! It’s crazy how strong he really could be, but he’s so gentle and sweet. ❤️

[@ArtistInNewHampshire]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. You find KIND horses. Helping others do the same is a worthy deed. Best wishes!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Not always. But they end up kind :)

[@susanbockh5071]

Mushu is such a sweet boy.. You can tell that he loves and trusts you and wants to please you ❤️ He feels your good energy 😊

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you 😊

[@susanbockh5071]

@@freespiritequestrian ♥️

[@emilyhope7468]

A+++ performance Mr Mushu!! Great training job Shae. I am so impressed with how he lined up to the mounting block, for both you and Kyle. Also how he stopped in his tracks when you dropped to the ground. Very impressive. And, of course, that mustache is beyond adorable. ❤

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!!! I love him so much.

[@KathyCoker53]

Apple sauce what a great idea!!! Great job Mushu!!!

[@deborahjaneapperley1004]

He’s a star ⭐️

[@freespiritequestrian]

🌟❤️🐴

[@oranjmusemeyer968]

He did so well! Your training talents really shine in this video!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!

[@cassandragriswold7521]

Caring trainer, willing student. ❤ your videos.

[@shelm-b8p]

Mushu is amazing. My mustang Mare is absolutely dramatic and it gets worse every time. As soon as I have it in her mouth she is fine. So clearly no pain.

[@bridgetmanier103]

He was such a good boy. I was very impressed when he went to Kyle.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Me too!!!

[@franraines634]

Awe, Mushu did so well. His moustache is so cute! ❤

[@SDWolfe]

Watching Mushu and you … I have to say he is so entertaining to watch. I really loved his interaction with you. ❤Watching him with the applause cup - so funny. He has such a personality! It’s really clear that loves you. I loved today’s video !!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! He really is a star ⭐️ haha

[@wakingohiomama9110]

Wow he is just so in love with you he will do ANYTHING to please you lol!! He is such a little gem I LOVE little sweet Mushu!🐎💜🐴💜🐎

[@g3ponyqueen]

He did so good! So proud of him! You can tell not much bothers him. I love how cuddly he is too 🥰❤️ It was incredible seeing him position himself for you to get on. He is so willing to learn and you can tell how much he loves you.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!

[@lmp8932]

You are one heck of a trainer!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!

[@wakingohiomama9110]

OMG I am amazed!! He is so intently focused on you lining him up!!! I am really impressed!! He's so sweet!

[@karentriebel1217]

Mushu has been taking notes watching you ride other horses and having fun. Hey when is it my turn?You look o good sitting on the Mu and Kyle looks good in pink..A man can definitely wear the right shade of pink.

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yes haha!

[@mollymermaid7589]

I love how he moves. So soft and sweet.

[@slaphappyKat]

I've heard gypsies are one of the smartest of breeds. Please correct me if I'm wrong!!! He's maturing beautifully!!!

[@BlueLotusLife]

I don’t know the first thing about horses…but I just love these videos!!!

[@dorcasmoulton5028]

He is looking good with the shave

[@kirtharrison2234]

mushu is like the calmest horse ever you picked a good horse

[@annfinch-cl1gl]

How lovely to see him doing so well love the mounting part he was so good yes Kyle does look good in pink. Wish you had been about to educate horsey people years ago lol. love your method of Training shae xx

[@freespiritequestrian]

Awww thank you 😊

[@Da_Honse_Lover]

The fact that you bought him from an auction, sight-unseen, with almost 0 training 9 months ago and have given him this much training and built such a great bond with him is truly phenomenal. Way to go Shea!

[@freespiritequestrian]

He wasn’t from an auction. He’s imported from England. But thank you so much!

[@BrittsEquestrainJourney]

Love when videos get posted!!! ❤️

[@Lily17519]

mushus moustache has to be my favourite thing about him!

[@ceceliapeterson4648]

I can’t get over smushie’s mustache. It’s the cutest thing! He’s a very smart horse - no kidding.

[@freespiritequestrian]

He’s so smushy!

[@myearthlytreasures3]

I love the way you work with young horses. Talking about using feel you have a lot of natural feel, that is a gift! Another old timey tip for introducing the bit is to dip it in water and then dip it in salt. They love tasting the salt. Just a non messy tip. ☺ His lining up at the mounting block all about his self is priceless!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Yep! Thanks

[@karenryancrawford6401]

Funny what a little love can accomplish!

[@LETMino85]

Mushu looks great. I love him 💕

[@katiebiega8070]

Mushu did so well at the mounting block 🤸‍♂️🤸‍♀️🤸💯💥 So darn cute Beautiful horse n oh that mustache 🥰

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!!!

[@Alison-ow7cm]

Wow shae mushu is doing so well he really is clever the way he respects you in what you do and say to him and then calling him to the mounting block he walked right over to you as he's been doing all is live and to hubby too so proud of him love it ❤

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you!

[@ritaschultz6859]

Thank you so very much for sharing Mushus milestones

[@libbyee]

Mushu is gorgeous he has such a nice coat!❤ also first comment!

[@ingridblohm-hyde805]

Love your training method. Would love to see more on how you start your horses' traioning.

[@denisebair9542]

Kyle looks great in pink! And what a surprise! You’re riding Mushu!

[@freespiritequestrian]

💖💖

[@Alivia_the_equestrian]

Love all of your horse ❤

[@cynthiashields1982]

Hahahahahaha. You and your hubby are too cute! When you mentioned his pink T, etc.....lol...what a darling interaction between you two. And of course your interaction with Mushu is awesome!! He adores you!!! I must say, way to go Mushu!!! He did a fantastic job!!!!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you 💖💖💖💖

[@freespiritequestrian]

We are such opposite personalities 🤣

[@sabine701]

Wow wow wow, I am so impressed. You did such a good job on mushu. Even on all your horses. Love watching your videos. 👍🐎👍🐎👍

[@indigobadger5695]

Mushie did so good! You are so sweet with them! I absolutely adore horses and hope to own one myself one day. Loved the video ❤

[@lynnebruce913]

I just love his Mustache it makes me smile every time I see him

[@GPwithme]

Oh my gosh, you can just see what a sweet, pure, curious boy he is. What a wonderful job you are doing with him. You two make an awesome team!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you! He’s such a special guy!

[@rochelletakacs2708]

Mushu is so cute and handsome at the same time! I love how smart he is and yet still that sweet playful kid! You do an amazing job training ❤

[@itpatriot]

Mushu is just so dang precious and cute!!!❤️❤️❤️ And you are such a wonderful trainer Shae!!❤️🙏 I’m in awe of how amazing he did!!!!!!

[@freespiritequestrian]

Thank you so much!

[@mechrissybradley9569]

Mushu is a lovely horse & he is doing great with the work you do with him Share.💙💛💖

[@HorseyGrace127]

Your videos are great your very inspirational!