This Is NOT A Bucking Horse Problem - This Is A Training & Knowledge Issue - Not A Horse Issue

[@persephonemaeve2704]

The horse was saying no from the very beginning. They didn’t wait for any relaxation before moving onto the next thing.

[@morganmarron6745]

These people are greener than the horse. They don't know how to read body language, horse has given many cues that he is nervous and they just keep pushing on. Not a good way to start working with young/green horse. No trust on either side. Gotta feel for this horse.

[@sallyday7770]

I feel so bad for this horse.

[@amylouisehadley1592]

If that horse is with them for another 6 months it will end up labelled dangerous by humans, poor horse doesn't stand a chance, it's a crying shame

[@lizweber4996]

It's a shame, I don't see people who know Jack. I'm afraid they'll label him for slaughter shutes . The kind of thing you want to call to have the animal taken away because they don't know what they're doing.

[@allyhudd4211]

I hear the horse too! Thanks Rick for teaching us how to listen to these amazing creatures.

[@dreamingoflongdistance1602]

I believe that the word "unexpected" gets thrown around way too much in the horse world... and I believe it is a great part of how I came to be programmed to be very fearful of horses... I thought of them like ticking time bombs. It's taken a lot to unravel that! People like Rick are very few and far between. By watching videos like this and listening to people who actually know and understand horse behavior/language has helped so much. Because after a while, I've learned that when you can really think like/read a horse, *very little* (if any) is "unexpected".

[@kajinsautumn9833]

Amen!

[@pdbabe]

I always expect the unexpected

[@warmbloodsx2129]

Omg yes and "it came out of nowhere!"

[@Lizzard2060]

unexpected in the horse world = I had no idea how to read that horses body language. I mean sure his ears were pinned back and he curled his neck and pawed a few times but why would I expect him to bite?

[@AndreaA127]

I dont know if its just me but that saddle looks incredibly unfitted, its probably causing the horse pain and that extra pressure didnt help. Also Rick please stop worrying so much about what people say about you viewing videos, you know more than most!

[@zsigzsag]

I thought the same thing about the saddle. Definitely the cinch or pad might have a burr or he might have a sore spot on his belly. I would start with simple ground work with the horse more consistently, daily, not every 3 mos. Rick should reach out to them maybe.

[@SugerRushStBenard]

It's a bunch of red flags this video when they're purposely cutting a bunch of stuff out and not playing audio so it's clear there's a lot of things that they're hiding that they don't want people to see

[@finngamesknudson1457]

How can you tell whether a saddle fits and how do you find one that does? Pasture owner is willing to let us test a bunch of her saddles, so we can hopefully find one that fits - and go out and buy a match. Only other way I know would be to guess, buy one and try it - hoping to be able to sell used saddle if it doesn’t fit! We had help picking our first saddle, but it doesn’t fit at all.

[@tracynolan7135]

Right from the start the horse had his ears almost pinned. His stiff body was another good indication that he wasn't relaxed and ready to resist, When I had horses, I always made sure there was nothing dangling when I put a saddle on them. It being a green horse has nothing to do with it. It's all a trust and Technic issue. They didn't even take the time to make sure that the hair under saddle was smooth and there was none laying the wrong direction would could cause a pinching/stabbing sensation. The horse is feeding off of their nervousness.

[@juneallen1466]

They didn't even show the horse the blanket or the saddle so he can smell it

[@ShadowWolfNInja1]

Right!! I usually let them smell and nib it a little bit. To show them... Hey, it's not a scary monster, jumping on your back.

[@annoyingbananana]

so inconsiderate for the horse not to let it sniff the things first. i even let my gelding smell his new dressage saddle when i first bought him off a western-rider at a young age. He was very interested in it, and rightfully so.... he had never seen or smelled that thing before. only when he was done checking it out and found the hay more interesting, did I saddle him to see if it fits (luckily it did, after a few modifications)

[@angieobryant4970]

That is a beautiful horse. Every time she cuts out I think they abused that horse don't want to see it. Whipping that horse cuz not obeying them. You're right about one thing there is a lot of cutting they did.

[@bjykl]

Towards the end, if a guy stood aggressively like that (arms on hips, legs splayed) next to me, I would be uncomfortable and want to move away. 'Old' can mean wise or it can mean "done learning" (i.e. crotchety).

[@Synthia17]

It's always hard to believe that people act like this and are surprised that their "training" doesn't do anything

[@lindanelson8400]

Morning horsey, and gun people. Poor horse. I watched the video and immediately thought back to the video you did with Mr T showing a good horse and a bad horse. The only thing that changed was the way you handled Mr T. When you did good, Mr T did good, when you did bad, Mr T did bad. Only difference was Mr T knew you and clearly didn't understand why you were doing things so wrong. Good thing was at the end you gave him the right answers, and set him at ease.

[@MattyDemello]

Yup I thought of that video too

[@SugerRushStBenard]

These people should have the horses taken away from them and not be allowed to have any more animals clearly they did not know how to treat animals

[@bjbrown]

Need a warning at the beginning…ATTENTION, THESE PEOPLE DO NOT KNOW WHAT THEY ARE DOING, PLEASE BE WARNED THAT A HORSE IS BEING MISTREATED. This is horrible from the perspective of any human.

[@cfalzone1]

The saddle is pinching his shoulders! No wonder he's bucking! He wants to get it off. And he knows the saddle will dig in more once a rider gets on.

[@countrycuts5796]

" He's getting ready to object" I hate to break it to them, but he has been objecting right from the get go! That right there should prove to any doubters, that they don't have a clue about how to read a horses body language. They might have been trying to prove how "well" trained the horse was cause they could saddle it from the right side. Up to the 12:41 minute point of the video, in their minds they believe the horse to be well behaved and well trained. I agree with everything you said on this vid. I will now continue to watch, clenching my teeth the whole way through, you just know this is not going to end well. They call themselves the pros, but in reality, if they keep doing what they are doing, they are going to take a Professionally trained ( safe to say, somebody else trained that horse, no way they did ) horse and turn it aggressive for all their viewers to see. It won't take that horse very long ( a couple of sessions like this one) to get to the point of chasing them out of the round pen ( getting them out of his space) and in doing so showing NORMAL horse behaviors such as biting, kicking striking and rearing . The horse would be doing nothing different than if the humans were horses and showing that much disrespect , he would be doing the same thing to him. That lady is training with emotions, and that is the number three rule in my book. Leave your emotions at home, never bring them to the stable. These people are no doubt blaming the trainer, and most likely the horse. When it is very clear, they made the horse the way it is, not the trainer. Their first mistake was too give the horse 3 months off cause it was " worked for 30 days" and he needs what a holiday?

[@kajinsautumn9833]

Also I'll bet $20 they never went to watch or ask questions while the horse was at the trainers.

[@RosieandFriends1]

When I was training my horses I did months of groundwork. The I would introduce the to the saddle pad. I would let them smell it and put it by them. When they would stand still I would take away the saddle pad. I did that until I could put it on their back. I did it at the horses pace. I did the same thing with the saddle. My horses never bucked. The slow way is the fast way. I would keep things short and sweet.

[@2022irons]

It happens everyday; there’s no hope for horses

[@Carroty_Peg]

One thing that sticks out to me so much is the absolute poor physical condition so many horse people are in. She's a friggin' hunch back that looks incredibly aged and elderly (note - people in their 90s can be fit and healthy and able to move because they've remained active) so if you're unable to get your own sh!t sorted out and able to move properly you're not going to be able to effectively communicate with your horse - because your body is going to be stiff and awkward. We all need to look more in the mirror at our behaviour when problems arise. .

[@paddlefoot5692]

The two legged humans need training more so than the horse

[@bluenovacorgi8230]

That old lady needs to be inside watching golden girls someone come get there grandma my goodness....

[@Colorista_1]

That is one gorgeous horse! It's very obvious that those people are terrified of this beautiful animal. These people are the ones who need a 30 day intensive training class, not the horse

[@Trapezius8oblique]

Green plus green equals black and blue. Humans don’t know at all what they do. “Let’s communicate”..”but we’re always right” Dominating with force they cause the fight Humans only cause confusion and fear Use more force when they start to rear Scary for the horse and makes them bolt, Humans always think it’s never their fault

[@seasands3486]

The girth appears too small. The O ring on the left side where he cinched is very low compared to the right side. It's down by his leg. If the horse is sensitive as she says, that would explain the bucking. That's like having on a bra all twisted. Or a wonky pair of socks or undies...

[@kathyfisher155]

‘Horse Pros’?!? I could do a better job from the info I learned from Rick’s videos and I have ZERO experience with horses!!! My heart broke for this sweet horse!!! 💔

[@roden70]

The horse is beautiful.

[@jeliarra]

I see an old lady who seems to have the beginnings of kyphosis, with little confidence and or experience with no business working with a horse. NO! I am not being insulting, stating what my eyes show me, period.

[@erynlasgalen1949]

Yes. She has a problem making herself look 'big' from the ground. I don't have any clue how long this couple have owned horses. The way the guy put on the saddle was a puzzler. Hell, I was taught to do it from the left and have all the riggings out of the way back in 1960.

[@trellenrussey8432]

And look at the horse's body language people!

[@robbymcintosh9069]

Sometimes you have plans and sometimes they don't line up with the how the horse wants to "spend its time "...nothing takes longer than getting in a hurry...God's peace to y'all

[@finngamesknudson1457]

Some KZbin “instructors/trainers” suggest teaching horse to accept saddle from either side. I’ve tried that but it went quite badly- horse was fine but my wife freaked and insisted I step back and walk around. Same “instructors” also discuss gentle saddling and I do try to do that. Before putting on or taking off I get cinch and both stirrups on top of saddle and get latigoes (sp?) up out of the way.

[@justme9359]

so sad for the horse to have to deal with aliens

[@johnm840]

Crystal clear to me they don't know what they are doing. Are they willing to learn is the $1,000 Question.

[@kirapyromantic4431]

The way shes running away is reinforcing the bad behavior. He bucks and jumps and they release pressure.

[@leeski1225]

Wow...I really like that..."if you do good the horse does good...the horse is a reflection of you"

[@LaceyR_FreeEricBrandt]

I'm glad you stopped this one Rick🤮 Poor horse.

[@jessehutchings]

I don't know why it's so hard for people to take ownership of what their animal does. Like Rick says, it's your animal, it's a reflection of you

[@llewellynharrell9162]

They definitely don't know how to saddle a horse so therefore it it couldn't have been them training the horse and this is a disaster looking for a place to happen

[@zamzar2]

check the chuck norris guy at 18:56 ILMAO !! it's like Fawlty Towers in horse training

[@trellenrussey8432]

OH I have SO many hopes that someone else that knows what they are doing, and loves this beautiful horse OWNS HIM NOW!!

[@ravenslair117]

You’re not mean, you’re saying it like you see it and it’s true.

[@Chelle01]

These are elderly people who still think in old ways. They have never realized animals have feelings. And every species of animals require certain ways of handling. Feel very sorry for the horse. They will end up breaking it's spirit.

[@erynlasgalen1949]

I beg to differ about elderly people. Mt first horse came to live with me when I was thirteen, followed by many others. I will turn 72 on Sunday. Along the way I picked up a feeling for horse behavior that actually went against what I had been taught as a novice rider and caretaker. They are not big dumb things with a brain the size of a walnut who have to be bullied. They do have feelings and motivations that may not match mine, but thet are real. Oh, boy, all the bad advice I got. In 1962, the only book out there was The Mind of the Horse by Smythe. Later came books on animal psychology by folks like Desmond Morris, and they helped explain what I knew already. I'm so happy I found Rick, because watching his videos I say to myself, aha, so that's what that is called. I never 'show a horse who is boss' , I just make myself big and act like the high horse, calmly tell them what to do with a demeanor that says I mean it. Don't assume that all older people are set in ignorant ways.

[@Chelle01]

I didn't say ALL elderly people if you read it correctly. Am referring to this particular case

[@erynlasgalen1949]

@@Chelle01 I just wanted to clarify that we're not all behind the times. To be fair, it was older people who gave me all the bad advice in my youth. Except the helmet fanatics these days. I'm in agreement with Rick. Horses sre not unpredictably dangerous if you can speak their language. I'd be better off wearing a helmet in the bathtub than while I'm riding or grooming. I also remember really having to go to the mat for my horses with my mother, who had been told by a family friend who raised horses of a reputable slaughterhouse where he sent his horses when they reached the end, and he could attest that they weren't beaten or abused like in some other places. I was absolutely horrified at the idea of turning over an animal who had served me well into the hands of strangers to be killed out of convenience. We had a fight over it when she asked me what I planned to do when the time came. I said I'd have a vet do it humanely if it needed to be done and then I'd dig a big hole, and so I did for almost every one of them who passed. Until I got older and smarter and begain to hire heavy machinery. In worst case, after an unexpected death I'd have a rendering service come. I only had to do that one when the ground was too frozen to dig by hand. Honestly, the idea of sending a horse to slaughter because it was looking old and useless still boils my blood. Just to get paid instead of spending a little money to do the decent thing for a faithful animal. SMH I didn't take much of that guy's horse advice from then on, if I ever did before that.

[@agathaurness2464]

That horse told them he wasn’t ready from the first touch of the saddle pad. To bad they didn’t slow down there and get him confident with that instead of pushing on. Great video Rick.

[@rachaelrogers2104]

Thanks Rick! Have a great day!

[@amylouisehadley1592]

Pads nowhere big enough either I think. I dont really know much about Weston tack but I cant see it once the saddle is on

[@erynlasgalen1949]

I've never seen a Western pad like that one. English pads often conform to the shape of the English saddle. Western pad or blankets are rectangular.

[@KingsMom831]

This horse is reminding me so much of Tanner. It really wasn’t until i started watching this channel, Ricks explanations of what horses are thinking and most of all watching Tanner. He was the horse, that from a distance, taught me more than any horse I’ve seen in person. I know it’s experience working with animals that helps us learn but honestly, sometimes taking a step back is what allows us to see things from a different perspective. Anyway, as always Rick thank you for being a voice & an advocate for the horse😊

[@laurabonnell582]

The horse has two people in both sides of him you can tell the horses nervous not relaxed.

[@claudiatoffee]

We learn so much from these types of videos reviews

[@rgould4196]

Agree with you! Thanks for pointing this out. Feel sorry for this horse. Those people need to stay away from horses and I truly hope they are not still putting out incorrect info. Newbies need correct info.

[@tiinakallio9120]

Did the horse poop at 20:40 😅 so they cut it out 🙈

[@beckywitt8632]

that man is also standing at a challenge stance also

[@nancywenlock1833]

You nailed it on this, Rick. This video is so very clear. The horse had no chance here. He was telling them so clearly what is WRONG. And the guy, standing over at the edge is frowning and standing looking like a predator. The woman is also frowning. Nothing could be clearer. These people do not know what in the heck they are doing. How many wrong ways have they just demonstrated horse handling? Countless!! I really feel for the horse. It was very tough to watch actually.

[@lindablackwell318]

They look like they're too nervous and stiff for this young horse. That sure is one more polite horse. Poor horse.

[@nancystoutenburgh189]

Thank you for speaking up for the horses. I hope you share your critique. they need to know what they are doing wrong

[@allyhudd4211]

So hard to watch this poor horse go through this!

[@paigeturner5358]

For a young horse I'm seeing so much patience with these idiotic people. It's very hard to comment when bits and pieces have been removed, though. I expect the horse to be shown reassurance when it's unsure, scared and rearing up. Just talking calmly with a gentle pat would help this horse greatly. They will never earn it's trust and sadly they are creating a horse nobody will be able to work with if this continues. I'm angry seeing such a beautiful horse mistreated.

[@missym7245]

Yes, these idiots should be nowhere near a horse. There's so much wrong I don't know where to begin. Sound is needed too. If they are yelling the horse will be even more confused. Why weren't they part of the training so they would know how to continue the same way? They need reporting for animal abuse. It's a wonder the horse didn't lash out and let them know enough is enough!

[@paigeturner5358]

@@missym7245 Exactly. It's interesting to note comments are disabled on these people's channel. They need advice from people who have experience. I worry for their horses 😥

[@Marta-df2hs]

I so appreciate your videos, Rick. I have learned so much in the process. Sometimes we think we know a lot, but discover that there is yet so much more to learn. I like the fact that you say it as it is. There is much hiding behind a facade in the horse industry. The more I watch these videos the more I realize a lot (not all), is about the people or making money (not the horse). Sad that it has to be at the horses' expense. Hopefully more people will be open to learning as a result of your videos.

[@valerieirvin249]

It doesn't appear the horse wants anything to do with them due to confusing messages..

[@Lizzard2060]

My observations - Why did a a saddle come out during the times we were shown? The horse was unwilling and inflexible with the groundwork they were asking and had his head so high he was nervous from part 1. Why not just get this horse comfortable and respectful, and trusting on the ground after 3 mo off??? When he drops his head and trusts you then we can put in a bit or move on to other things. I was always taught that issues like we see here started on the ground and you can see this horse was not comfortable and flexible on the ground so why would he be better under saddle? Groundwork is your foundation and if your foundation is broken, your whole house will fall. Other lesson is that you can never make the feet STOP so your goal is to control where they go. They don't do commands like "whoa" but feed off body language and if she is jumpy and scared just. . . he goes OMG even the predator is jumpy and scared. The saddle is still on for the "bucking". Have we done the most basic thing and checked that our gear is fitted properly and not hurting the animal so when I ask him to move out there is no pain??? Stick some fingers under that girth or loosen it up or check it's fit behind the front legs?

[@buggs428]

This horse is as nervous as I am watching these idiots ,he pulled it real tight .😬😳

[@crowgirl1326]

Confusion and fear. Terrible combination.

[@brendabam2668]

😨😠😡 These two people don't deserve that beautiful animal. This is sad.

[@Instrument_of_Peace]

Breaks my heart for this sweet horse!!😥🐴

[@ericbitzer5247]

That's a shame, what a beautiful 🐎 horse!

[@finngamesknudson1457]

I think the “stop it, whoa” was telling us what the horse was saying. Certainly what I heard from the horse.

[@christinebaker8754]

17:00 she pulls the horse around and twirls the rein. Is that because she’s pooping her pants at what he’s might do to her next, even though by some miracle the saintly creature has done NOTHING except express his distress and try to escape his abusers.

[@joecola6487]

Most people in the WHOLE WIDE WORLD haven't learned to listen . Then when they get around someone who holds them accountable they have a laundry list of excuses . Like in the caption , most people don't know what they don't know . Took me decades to finally wise up to my own and then another decade to make the EFFORT .. thanks for all your efforts Rick 🇺🇸 Nothing worth anything happens overnight .

[@amylouisehadley1592]

It doesn't matter how many times I tack up a horse, I always let them have a smell of the tack so they know what's coming xxx

[@annanthony6739]

How many times have you put the saddle on from the RIGHT side?

[@amylouisehadley1592]

As many as the left!

[@kajinsautumn9833]

My horse is 21 yrs. old and we are going on our 8th year together and I still let him sniff his pad and saddle before tacking up. To me, it's a curtesy thing. I have gone through 6 saddles to finally find one that fits, too. I also always keep my hand on him when working around him. They love routine.

[@kaywoodward9283]

Poor horse. I agree with others, he was frightened from the beginning of the session.

[@MissingRenoboy]

Thanks for educating us Rick!

[@henryandthehorses5085]

The woman was probably saying "I'm gonna beat you like a redhead stepchild!" Haha That horse isn't treated properly. There's no empathy there.

[@jj_hoolio]

I know I've stayed up too late when I get a notification from TLAH. 😂 I'll have to watch in the morning (well, I guess it is morning. I'll watch after I sleep, lol). Looking forward to it. 😊 - Jade French

[@tiinakallio9120]

Rick! I'm learning! 🤩 I'm starting to pick up the things that you are soon addressing, like the snap at the tying the saddle 🧐

[@babywillow6746]

agreed..from the beginning..the horse is confused..limit to the panic...

[@ogi8738]

To at least get the good out of the bad at least they didn’t have a bit. But that still doesn’t justify everything else.

[@notadumbblond3]

Does anybody know, isn't that a Friesian? If it is, it takes a lot of skill as a green handler to screw up a Friesian to respond like this.

[@Carroty_Peg]

Thanks Rick for your work, would love it if you self-publish your principles one day. They stick in my head for many things (I'm learning to make an app and keep repeating 'the slow way is the fast way'!)

[@RedDeerTC]

When you said “Ray Charles” I died 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@nogames8982]

I haven't been around horses a lot lately. When did the snapping the rains or the lead rope become a thing?

[@wendyeesue]

Rick, . I have a question about the last horse i rode and the new horse i am currently riding, . The last horse i rode for 5 yrs on horse trails was 24 yrs old Quarter horse 14.5 hands with high withers. Short horse . Hard to keep weight on her, was getting thin..That horse is dead now ( auto accident) accident was 2 weeks ago. She started getting saddle sores at the age of 24, none before that. I am currently riding a 15 yr old Bay Mare Quarter Horse 14.5 hands with high withers, pretty much looks the same as the 24 yr old I was riding . Second time riding this new Bay Quarter Horse and already has a saddle sore . I do a little trotting . I am 64 yrs old . I am weight proportionate , not large and not small.There was no saddle sore when we bought her. Trying to figure what is wrong for them getting saddle sores. Can't blame the horses age. I trail ride with others. Both Horses getting saddle sores. Ive been told different things. I'd like to hear your opinion. I thought the first reason was the horse was getting older and thinning skin and saddle pad was rubbing to hard when i trott. Treating the current saddle sore with peroxide and fresh aloe vera on the wound as i did with the 24 yr old horse and healed nicely. In your opinion is it the thin skin on the horse ( being a high withered horse they seem to be thin skinned on their backs) or is my weight a problem for a horse with high withers or the wrong size saddle? Using the same saddle 16" western saddle? If you could do a Q & A video soon would be great. Thanks for any input on this matter.

[@ThinkLikeAHorse]

how thick is your pad, should 3/4 inch

[@melissahilbrand]

Someone go rescue that horse..

[@NathalieLSmith]

Morning Rick and horsey ppl ☕️☀️

[@skilalady]

How could someone cut a horses driveline and expect it to be circling around you

[@areyouavinalaff]

Rick, I love you for your humanity to understand people, your gift for animal husbandry and horsemanship. I love you most, though, for that high pitch voice you do when you say things like "But Rick, you're just mean and you hate pink and you hate women and you're a mean old meanie". Life won't give you any awards or medals for what you do, but I'm certain that you make a difference in this world much further than you can ever really know. god bless ya, man.

[@lawrenceallison2760]

Neither one of those people seem to be physically strong enough to be handling a horse and look like they dont know what they're doing.

[@laurettewilcock1934]

Good ole Ray Charles! 😂 . Seriously though . Poor horse . So forgiving these creatures are . Wish these folks to get better for the horses sake ! Big love and thanks for the lessons always .

[@bridgetbrady52]

Beautiful horse.

[@_Chessa_]

Such a beautiful Friesian. Thank you Rick for teaching me these things. I still am learning from you and watching wild mustangs herd behavior. It’s so interesting and I learn things everyday. I’ll never be able to be a true horse.

[@ThinkLikeAHorse]

You are very welcome

[@scratchgolfer12]

What a beautiful horse!!

[@marleangreene6117]

You are absolutely rite , my dad raised horses he said you have to work em every day you have to ride them offten, that's a beautiful animal

[@critty79]

The horse world needs you rick. They need someone to yell at them that they are fools and inconsiderate to boot. So thank you.

[@Ayanari]

13:48 I don't think that was an actual cut, I think they setted up two different cameras and just switched the view That's what it looks like to me, because the horse was doing the same thing and being in the same position second before and after the cut

[@patmcdonald4607]

I never realized how many people out there had no idea what they are doing around a horse. I hate to see how people treat horses.

[@trellenrussey8432]

I same things you see...just can't stand to watch any more! Please let us know he's been rescued!!

[@thethinker8914]

We love your videos always helpful to learn from their mistakes

[@ThinkLikeAHorse]

Glad you like them!

[@danward64]

I love the Ray C. Photo 😎 ❗️🐴🐴🦅

[@brittanyritenour4695]

i see the horse doesnt know what hes supposed to do, he keeps looking over at them like what do you want me to do, he is being very good about the whole thing despite not having a clue about what they are doing or what they want from him.

[@dianneguarino2348]

They aren’t horse pros by any means. Some people shouldn’t have horses. The horse is absolutely beautiful!

[@CMarie-bx7ty]

Poor horsy. These folks don't have the knowledge or strength to deal w/ horses. Reminds me of that woman that made her horse fall over backwards & another time run away in traffic. Totally shouldn't be allowed to work w/ horses! Wake up people....know your limitations. Don't blame the horses for your inadequacies. Doubt they take responsibility for anything. Liked Rick's opinion on this!

[@heathercollins4432]

Rick, I don't know how you can watch these videos....this is excruciating...

[@ReleaseTheQuackers]

I tried SO HARD not to SCREAM at the screen! From the start, the horse's ears had me concerned. The human hand being so tight under the chin is so wrong. Tacking up from the right side is bothering me. The horse keeps flinching, or I am? The saddle looks like it does not fit properly. The girth looks like it is not in the right place, am I wrong? I haven't been on a horse in 30 years, so I may be completely out of my skill set, but this ALL looks wrong to me. Rick, Is it just me?