Making A Horse

[@AndyTheCornbread]

He may only have 60 or 70 rides on him but "how" you rode him for those rides has already put a lot of quality in him. He is looking really good. I have seen horses with 90 rides on them that didn't look that good. Especially that loped circle toward the end of the video where you had him on super light contact (it looked like), yet he was still in frame/collection. It looked like you might have been able to go full loose rein and he would still have held himself in frame at the lope. He side passed to that gate very nicely as well. Especially since he is only 3 years old.

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thanks @AndyTheCornbread always appreciate your thoughts on the channel.

[@johnnygutierrez3719]

Hello what do you guys mean by rides?

[@AndyTheCornbread]

@@johnnygutierrez3719 A training session in which the horse was ridden, it is kind of subjective but for me it means a ride of an hour or more.

[@ArizonaAirspace]

I totally agree with your statement that you don’t create a good horse out of nothing. Each horse already has a goodness in him. A good horseman knows how to pull that out of him. Lots of patience and training.

[@alisav8394]

I have to say when I clicked on this video I expected to see more rodeo "cowboy" horse abuse. But here you were, using a mild bit, without any flashy spurs, giving the horse clear directions and waiting for his response. Great work! He's a lucky one.

[@Buckinroper]

Do you know anything about horse training

[@nmelkhunter1]

@@BuckinroperEveryone on YT does, if you catch my drift.

[@lavarox5339]

Real rodeo cowboys do not abuse their horses. They’re just as much horseman as ranchers are. Educate yourself.

[@Buckinroper]

@lavarox5339 I agree. A lot of rodeo guys that train their own horses are better hands and trainers than ranch cowboys.

[@maxpowers1187]

That horse will absolutely move into curb bits as his education progress’s to go into one hand, that’s not abuse if you think it is then god help us all

[@Upunda]

I have 2 Hancock horses, they are awesome horses, they really come on as a 5 yr old, smart, tough and kind. They like to have a job, as any horse does.

[@Rocky-hm2ho]

Love watching videos like this…from American western riders…while sitting here in Germany. Seriously tho, I love your riding style it’s so harmonic. Pretty horse as well.

[@Rabbit_Whole]

First time seeing one of your videos. Beautiful camera work! Got a really unique perspective on everything you did while riding; most videos shoot from top-down on the arena, sometimes it's hard to catch all the small cues, especially during cantering. Camera man had to be dizzy!! Applaud to you both, best of luck with that go-getter colt!

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thank you!🙏

[@johnberry1107]

Same as most other creatures. Don’t judge a book by its cover. Nice fashion sense. Stay safe.

[@Kk-ln1nm]

Absolutely love the real meaning of your video! Thank you for being real & down to earth

[@JamesDean-O]

That was a great watch. Thanks for bringing us along for the ride.

[@tonycannon9221]

My Friend Hello Tony here That's a nice did i say nice horse You can tell he is young and not finished no one in this comments should give nothing but praise keep on doing what ever you are doing thx. Thx. Tony

[@AlexRich-rs3ow]

i don't know anything about horses but i know potential when i see it

[@toriwolf5978]

Just found your channel subbed ❤I miss my ranch and my horses , so this is nice to see you sharing your life on the ranch with us all , brings back so many memories !!you are a very patient kind cowboy to your horses……

[@dawnatishauser4223]

I was told you can’t ride pretty and or papers. There are some pretty good grade horses out there that are awesome and get the job done.

[@lars1480]

Very good walk Long strikes and forward motion which is rare fore Quarter horses 😊

[@lars1480]

You have sure picked a good one he Will be a champ when he mature😊

[@bh1264]

He will be a FINE horse!!!

[@AsadM107]

Love how much effort you put into your videos, cant wait for your channel to blow up!

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thank you!

[@nicktritz8808]

Thanks for this video! Trained some good huntin dogs and just getting into horses. It’s interesting to watch people train horses and to see the differences and parallels in the animals and how to handle them.

[@kimnenninger7226]

It is just delightful watching you ride. You are as any great trainer is, very practical, very confident, and very quiet. I really like that you ride him freely forward. He has big bold gaits for such a little guy. I am going to enjoy watching you two work while Im drinking coffee. Thank you for sharing.

[@Stonefieldranch]

Very kind of you! Still a lot of bad habits to break that I picked up riding old swayback ranch horses in the wrong bits, but the beauty of horsemanship is there is no destination. The craft is just about the process and trying to get the self and the horse a little better every time.

[@Pete-lp5pw]

Just a good animal for a damned good man. He looks for the best in the horse and apparently he found more than he thought he would. I ride but I have never owned a horse but I would look for something like this.

[@Matthew.._]

Just found your channel and find myself growing as an aspiring young horse trainer

[@chertaylor3602]

You have a great relationship with horses ! Nice to see! I have a BlueRoan Hancock ! He's very cowey! He's got a gorgeous temperament He's not registered but I love him anyways ❤

[@Piydarija]

but why twisted snafle ?

[@natep1325]

He's a nice horse. You're doing a really good job with him.

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thank you!🙏

[@heritagehorsemanshipct]

What a cool little horse. You're doin' right by him. Nice job. I hope you post more of his progress on here-subscribed!

[@ScottEnnis-n7s]

Awesome video. Spectacular display of horsemanship.

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thank you, Scott! Appreciate the kind words here.

[@BudGilbert-m1o]

My thoughts are: he needs a little more engagement when striking-off at the lope. When this happens for you, it should be accompanied with softness that will change his entire perspective on forward movement. `Really nice job getting him to ths point in his training..

[@Stonefieldranch]

Agreed. And I could always be softer. Still trying to break old habits from riding half broke ranch horses.

[@cokemaya]

Cowboys are the current evolution of the Spanish military troop called Dragon de Cuera, they used to patrol the border of the Spanish territories in North America from de XVI to the XVIII century, Chilenan and Argentinian Gauchos and Mexican vaqueros are also part of it.

[@kenuffff]

Ranching comes from Spain all this stuff is from Mexico

[@sirangel131]

Awesome video! I am new to horsemanship and appreciate every bit of knowledge that I can get. Looking forward to your next video. 🐎

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thanks for tuning in and welcome. Any videos you would like us to make? Things you’d like us to highlight?

[@sirangel131]

@Stonefieldranch Actually, my horse was formerly a rodeo horse. I don't know if it was roping or wrangling. It tends to ride off as soon as I mount her and wants to canter or gallup all the time. I have 2 daughters and would like for them to be able to ride it. How can I get the horse to go slow?

[@Stonefieldranch]

Happy to help! A few follow-up questions: 1. How old is your horse? 2. Mare or Gelding? 3. What kind of rig setup are you using? (Ie. What kind of bit, reins, saddle pad, cinch, saddle)? And do you know what kind of setup the previous owner was running? 4. What is his diet like right now? Alfalfa or grass? Are you graining him? Might be easier If you want to send pictures/video send to: [e-mail]

[@tildagrower1335]

Hi! One site I really like is Equitopia Center, the other is Horse Class. Have fun!

[@angelawolgast2960]

2 tips: To help the horse to find better balance, especially for youngsters, take your inner shoulder a little backwards, look a little more to the direction you want him to go. That opens the door and he can go more freely. Think about using a cavesson. While lunging with a halter, the horse tends to lean against it, which makes it unpleasant to go forward. Open the door by putting your inner forearm a little sideways. Love and greetings from Germany ❤❤❤❤❤

[@taylorblonde9438]

Oh please I want to learn on horse back riding already ❤

[@marcushoover5410]

Nice video. This gelding is going to be good ranch horse. How about an update on the Friesian mare you purchases last year?

[@valsummers5330]

Really nice colt

[@tonimindnich1296]

Great monologue Great video 👌🏼

[@rhondab9792]

I heard the Hancocks are tough but can really hold up for long distance.

[@julieroach5433]

Way to go! Keeping going!

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thanks, Julie!🙏

[@naomirader2289]

nice looking horse fun to watch

[@hammy4001]

I am so impressed!! Hes relaxed but still responsive. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!!

[@PsychicIsaacs]

He's a really pretty colt! I have an American Curly x Waler x TBred mare, she cost me $800 and has been a lot of work, but she's coming real good now! She always has had a "go button" (Thoroughbred Genetics) and used to be really spooky to boot, with a lot of desensitization and riding, she's not as spooky as she was and after walking her two miles every single workday for a whole month, she's fine to walk now. She still loves to trot, still has that "go button" but now I'm not fighting her when all I want to do is walk! We've been doing walking and trotting for about 5 or 6 weeks now (weather interfered with some scheduled training days) and so in a few days, I'm going to walk her a mile, trot two miles, then ask for a canter and just see what she does... Yep, I know what she'll do. She's been telling me she wants to go but has been respectful enough to stay in a trot anyway. That's what I'm looking for and I can just sense it, she's so ready, and so am I!

[@Ltchg]

Awesome channel! my dream since I was a little girl was riding horses :) I was never able to do that, but I get happiness from watching other people do

[@1975normal]

Same here. I’m 48 and I would like to horses one day. I would like a big draft horse to ride. I think 🤔. One day I will get one or two

[@ArizonaAirspace]

Never too late to start riding. Don’t let your dream slip by you, for life is too short. Go to a good instructor in your area and start taking lessons in the arena on a well trained horse to gain your confidence and your independent seat. It will do wonders for your soul.

[@HaakRettke]

I enjoyed this video! Keep us updated with this horse! ❤ New Subscriber!

[@VacuumExpert13]

You have amazing position! I see way too many western riders not knowing how to ride

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thank you!

[@christinehollenbeck3871]

Good job ❤

[@lifeofdirectorbluh]

Dang I loved this

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thank you!🙏

[@charlottenordset3180]

Wow you look like a really great horseman! I used to ride English style and I honestly didn’t ever know that western style riders even bothered with stuff like collect… also your posture is very very good. And I admire how you respect and treat your boy so well

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thank you, Charlotte! Our riding has definitely adapted over time and I’m pretty sure we stole collection from the English style and combine it with Spanish Vaquero horsemanship along with some level of innovation. Don’t know that for sure but I definitely see western horsemanship adopting other traditions. It’s a fun craft to pursue because there is no finish line or perfection.

[@lgarg73]

Hey Cowboy… your baby is looking more like an English horse! Have you ever tried to jump him over ditches? I can tell he has so much heart!❤️

[@marionunez8244]

I would definitely wear some apparel from StoneField Ranch. Any links that I can visit. If not, I highly recommend for you guys to start exploring it. God bless.

[@Stonefieldranch]

Go to Master Supply and Look up the Mark IV jacket. It’s over $100 off this weekend.

[@wyatt_erp]

Great video!

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thank you!🙏

[@WYORancher307]

Great video, nice work man

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thank you. 🙏

[@muleskinner4495]

Great video, thanks

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thanks, Muleskinner! Appreciate you hanging with us.

[@patrickroach7289]

Nice colt...

[@atsavvy6.0]

Rome wasn't built in a day .Horsemanship is a lifelong journey .

[@davefs9441]

Nice work. Liked and Subscribed!👍🏻

[@AliHootami]

Great video!

[@PeterDowd-r9b]

This Young Horse has a lot of potential and the old saying goes registered papers and bloodlines are wonderful but you don't ride papers . But a good horse with some decent ability can be developed and built up with some miles if it has a proper attitude and willingness to work and listen.

[@Aliasalliance369]

only a true cowboy is allowed to talk about art - real art is wild and unpredictable and you have to know how to tame it. Lucky you if you are one with a horse.

[@yourneck2]

On days like tht stretch out his chest he’s stiffed legged, grab a hoof till he stop pulling away, then bend the leg back grab the knee & hoof shake it back n forth Both sides…….

[@KelseyHargroves]

He seems to do better at faster gaits with holding himself upright, I've heard that's common with younger horses. Do you think he's breaking at the poll a little when you collect him due to him being younger and lacking in proper strength to carry himself collected yet?

[@hvelazto9124]

What is the name of the piece he’s putting on the horse at minute 2:38? If someone could please tell me I’d appreciate it.

[@Stonefieldranch]

It’s a Caveson.

[@Dubaikaranofficial]

also we can say face halter

[@danielk1897]

Let me know when you ready to sale him

[@buckaroooutdoors1794]

So I'm somewhat experienced with horses I can get a horse where I need it and I've never had any issues getting horse to do what I need it to but I've recently been trying to train my girlfriends horse and every little thing is a struggle he has no go in him whatsoever, got any tips? He's had nothing but ground work for 9 years before that I believe he was rode a little but not enough to count

[@erindanelleavilaavilaguerr7251]

In the palace the kids are telling the digni they work in Lawrenceville

[@if_ur_bored_and_u_know_it_5716]

This guy looks like if captain america and the wild west had a baby. it's awesome.

[@Stonefieldranch]

This is the nicest thing anyone has ever said to me. Bless you 🙏

[@MatthewSmith-j1t]

you are making a nice horse

[@Stonefieldranch]

Thanks, Matt. We appreciate your time on our channel.

[@ThrashingBuddha]

How do you teach em to do that stop like that?

[@t.fidler5895]

In this case, half of my horses arent broke. At least I know that I am 😂

[@IamH24]

"Eeeasy girl" 🤠

[@PersonalTriumph2022]

Does he have any thoroughbred in him ? He has a nice stride

[@jito7377]

Why is his tail kinda taped together? Do you name your horses? How do you refer to them?

[@Stonefieldranch]

Tail is either bagged or up high in a top knot so he doesn’t step on it while backing. Not taped. Yeah they have names. This one just doesn’t have one yet so I call him Dunny. Appropriate in most country’s except Australia.🇦🇺

[@rodunsworth2060]

Where in Utah is Stone Field Ranch?

[@meganpahl3612]

He is a kind horse. His eyes show nothing but wanting to please his alpha.

[@momozzz7287]

I need his jacket

[@Stonefieldranch]

Master Supply Company! The Grimshaw that I’m wearing in this video isn’t currently available but the Mark IV is just as cool. mastersupply.co/collections/outlaw-collection/products/mark-iv

[@momozzz7287]

Thank you so much :D

[@laurenandrews511]

You want a tough horse with a lot of try for cheap, get yourself a mustang. Best horses in the world!

[@alexwolter8295]

das Pferd ist suuuuper

[@alexwolter8295]

hinter der Senkrechten zu reiten ist falsch und schadet dem Pferd enorm

[@inwonderland333]

Are you a self taught rider or did you have a coach on the side helping you?

[@Stonefieldranch]

Mostly self taught but I definitely watch others and try to learn from them. I ride and train every day and usually start a few colts every year. Thanks for tuning into the channel!

[@marathontransport8247]

What size it that arena ?

[@beardeddjent]

Are you wearing the master supply co grimshaw? 🤔

[@Stonefieldranch]

Yessir!

[@beardeddjent]

@@Stonefieldranch thought so! Picked up the midnight grimshaw myself! Glad to see more people wearing their brand. Awesome Channel by the way. Love what you’re doing here.

[@ovelha138]

Imagine the cameraman spinning in circles ♾️

[@Stonefieldranch]

Yeah we had to pause a couple of times…😂

[@caseyrindal1815]

Teaching them where their feet are is key to any good horse and never put them in a position to lose till they are broke enough to take it. Most want a colt to be broke in 60 or 80 rides and it really takes 150 or more. To start a colt at 2 or 3 150 or 200 rides is nothing by the time they are 5 or 6. Then they'll have 10 or 15 years of life to enjoy. The industry expects 30 days to get one broke and more colts have been ruined with this thought.

[@Bossladyone2]

He looks like he has Spanish Mustang blood in him

[@dyenahh]

Figuring out a horse’s gait is as difficult as following a football play. At least for me.

[@isavb6231]

the real Aurthur Morgan lol

[@calebwhitbeck]

I'm sure it's proper, but why did you keep his head so much? Just curious

[@Stonefieldranch]

If I’m honest with myself I probably kept it more than I should have. One thing about watching yourself on video is it exposes a lot! He did feel really good this day yielding to bit pressure and so I kept him there but I’m moving away from pulling on them a lot in the first 60 days of riding.

[@calebwhitbeck]

​@@Stonefieldranch Gotcha, he didn't seem to mind too much. I can only imagine how that feels, watching yourself like that. Though I'm sure that's a great way to get feedback that isn't biased. Thanks for the reply!

[@Youssef-fikri]

❤❤❤

[@SabineKaufmann-kw1yd]

"break them..."😞

[@carolin6744]

You both are doin great, but the way his hindlegs are moving looks a bit off. Maybe even something to let the vet check before its getting worse.

[@patriciagriffin6931]

If you want a horse to last, maybe give them another year or so before you ride them hard like ranch boys do. They will last longer if their knees can close and spine develope before then.

[@thebudgetingcowgirl4113]

What a pretty mover

[@jte0122]

$4,500. “A shitter” lmao

[@Buckinroper]

I wonder 7:13 7:13 at 70 rides can you drag calves to the fire on the horse. Does it neck rein yet for you don't have to ride it with 2 hands and actually get something done on the horse. Hancocks may have had a time and place but today there's not near enough cowboys or miles for them. 4500 for that horse was a steal for whoever sold that.horse.to you lol. No offense of course lol

[@Stonefieldranch]

Every horse has their place, Brother. Just like people, everyone can make a contribution and we increase their likelihood of success with education. Takes some of them longer than others and sometimes the ones that take a little longer become the best ones. Pushing a horse to neck rein and rope as fast as possible isn’t my first goal. I want him correct. That’s why I ride colts in snaffle bits for the first two years. He’ll learn to neck rein when he’s ready. I’m focused on picking up shoulders, collection, directing the feet, and building their confidence. Others may have different goals. Also, it’s winter. We don’t brand calves in the winter. He’ll sort some this winter and brand this spring.

[@kiarapullen4298]

Talking shi bout bro while he right there is crazy 😭

[@Stonefieldranch]

Hahaha. Him and myself…

[@peterward4005]

You can't make a horse, you grow them from horse chestnuts.

[@marciamcgrail5889]

3yrs old? A 16 stone man thumping on his back at 3yrs old? That kind of treatment leads to broken down 7-8yr olds. The horse (any horse) tries bc he has no alternative

[@Saltyanddone]

Vet here, it’s a 4 year old actually, and quarter horses bones fuse around 4 and 5, not to mention if you actually do a rough estimation he is within the 20% rule. This is also light work, it’s not the race track and this is a very typical and healthy age to start them on this kind of work

[@Saltyanddone]

And if you think this horse is in pain or being forced to do anything then you need to work on your horsemanship, yes you can force a horse to do something but if you do it’s written all over their face, they don’t hide their pain and the horse never lies, this horse is a very happy relaxed animal who is having the time of its life In the future please don’t try to do a vets job, you aren’t very good at it

[@arribaficationwineho32]

Give him his head please

[@KelseyHargroves]

He actually looks like he's on a fairly loose rein, green horses tend to break at the poll because they lack the strength for proper collection I believe.

[@wintershock]

He has his head, sometimes they just don’t carry themselves properly in the beginning. Eventually they figure it out.

[@arribaficationwineho32]

@@wintershock a tight tuck is hardly “having his head”

[@Saltyanddone]

@@arribaficationwineho32vet here, please learn the difference between collection and “not having his head” please, he actually has a lot of room with it and has never been put behind the vertical, he’s on a very loose reign and the body language he is giving indicates he is comfortable Please don’t do my job, you aren’t very good at it

[@brianwideman2342]

Try not to look down so much, if you have to see it you'll never feel it

[@Stonefieldranch]

I understand there are different schools of thought here and a lot of people don't like you to look down but a horses ears and head are like a dash display in a race car. They tell me a lot about how things are running and how tuned in we are in addition to how the ride feels. On the race track (arena) practicing laps, I pay pretty close attention to these.

[@Saltyanddone]

That’s just for you as a beginner babe, he’s on a green horse and needs to be paying attention to the horse

[@ElfVR.]

You have most likely NEVER ridden a green horse before 😂

[@brianwideman2342]

Just a suggestion. And to clarify I started NRR Cat King Cole as 2 yr old sooo , I've been around the pen a time or 2. Happy Trails

[@Saltyanddone]

@@brianwideman2342 so that’s clearly a lie lol, if you actually were on a level of starting anything you wouldn’t make stupid comments

[@jefferyschirm4103]

For every 1000 you save equals 90days more training, time , training equal more money?!!

[@Stonefieldranch]

You’re not wrong. But with the prices of good horses right now many of us rely on being DIYers.

[@jusaverage6347]

uhm OUCH! That twisted bit is unnecessary....

[@valrenanelson5507]

Have you ridden any horses that run off?! Oh yea i dont have to ask that - obviously not. A bit is only as aggressive as the riders hands but its there if/when he needs it. That horse is quite comfotable with that bit - again..... obviously. Tell me justaverage6347 - have you so much as halter broke a baby? If so Ouch that halter is unnecessary! Unless you arent using it cruelly. Get it?

[@jusaverage6347]

@@valrenanelson5507 actually, yes I have halter broke a baby. This horse needs more ground work! A twisted bit is waaay to harsh for any horses mouth. Have a nice day.

[@Stonefieldranch]

I respect the opinion, but disagree. Groundwork is important but only takes you so far. This horse is a perfect gentleman at a walk and trot but panicking every time I pushed him into a lope and went into a runaway. He’s in a twisted wire because he tried running himself through a barbed wire fence when he had a regular O-Ring Snaffle. Temporary discomfort is always a better alternative than permanent injury. Every morning I run a mile in a 20 pound vest and soak in 36 degree water for 5-7 minutes. It’s uncomfortable, but I’m better for it. Reaching our potential lies on the other side of discomfort. Undisciplined horses and people never reach their potential.

[@Saltyanddone]

@@jusaverage6347 vet here who has been riding and training longer then you’ve been alive Uh, why are you criticizing the use of a bit you call a “twisted bit” rather then its proper name, you don’t even know what it’s called much less how it works or why it’s on that horse I am all for using the least amount of pressure you can but they still need to respond to it, not having enough pressure leads to you giving harder cues, which actually can cause more pain and damage to their bodies if you just went for the harder aid that allowed you to give softer cues Watching him go he looks responsive but comfortable, and it looks like a good match for him So maybe don’t give your opinion when you don’t know what to look for

[@brucepeek3923]

Hey Stonefield ranch guy- the turn on the haunch you are doing is wrong the horse is grind their hindleg into the ground and rotating around it causing sideways torsion and stress on his hock. Maybe you should be doing classical high school turns on the haunch- away from flexion with the horse in a proper walk cadence. Who in the sam hill cares what the show system teaches riders is proper. The show system is wrong!. best Bruce Peek

[@Stonefieldranch]

👍🏻

[@Saltyanddone]

Vet here Uh, wow, maybe learn some basic grammar before you try doing my job There’s nothing here that is stressing the horses body to the degree you are implying, especially not a young horse like this And also like I said the horse is young and still not sure where to put its body yet Please don’t put unrealistic expectations on horses or trainers, it’s cruel to the animals

[@violette9706]

The fact that breaking a horse and training a horse mean the same thing to you really bothers me

[@mattharkness6697]

It’s a universal term To those that know what they are talking about it means the same thing. You can tell this gentleman knows the difference

[@Osohorses]

lol

[@greveneretrasshlgreven2505]

That horse is way too small for you... ur too big for riding ponies.

[@Stonefieldranch]

He’s 15-1 and 1000 lbs as a coming 4 Year Old.

[@mattharkness6697]

That’s definitely not a pony It’s a young horse

[@Saltyanddone]

Vet here, a rough estimation shows he’s in the 20% rule Maybe you should learn basic math before you try doing my job lol