How to Ride Dangerous Horses!

Any horse can be dangerous when it has not been ridden for a while. In this video Trinity shows you how to warm up a horse that is acting dangerous and ride it safely.
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[@cindybowden4017]

I joined Trinity! I didn’t want to miss anything. Love your channel.

[@LifeintheWest]

Glad to hear it. Make sure you let me know if you have any questions over there.

[@thomasosburn833]

Trinity, there's nothing wrong with what you did. I know this because I've been training horses for 25+ years. The message that you sent caliber, is the same message that he would receive in the herd! I've been tossed off of a horse countless times. I've been kicked in the chest, been dragged until I was unconscious! As you pointed out, the correction must be immediate. When the horse hasn't been worked in a while, you have to get the horse's brain thinking that it's work time. I like the D ring snaffle bit that you use. Those are my favorite bits. Thanks for sharing.

[@LifeintheWest]

Thank you. And yes. It just takes the patience to remind them that you are the boss and they are broke again. Takes some of the risk out of riding.

[@lukqbwr4]

Gotta love it when they’re fresh, the temperature drops, and the winds blowing. Perfect storm.

[@LifeintheWest]

You got that right! On a calm warm day, it would not have taken even that long to get him calmed down.

[@childcrone]

The best explanation I've heard for why horses are that way with wind is that it removes a vital early-detection system, the rustle that tells them of the presence and direction of a possible predator. With everything rustling, they are on high visual alert and ready to fly. And visually, too, things all around are waving & moving. When a horse accepts and believes he's in the presence of a competent leader who's got the safety of the herd covered, he can let go of the thoughts of self-preservation.

[@ElkEars]

Oh Brother, you've got some guts to open yourself to criticism and haters with this one. First time I kicked my mare after she tried kicking me, she looked at me with and expression that said "Hey, I didn't know YOU could kick."

[@debh3404]

How many times did she kick you after that?

[@ElkEars]

@@debh3404 zero

[@earlhuff3998]

I have an older gelding. Have been giving him a quart of senior feed every afternoon. Out of the clear blue he kicked me hitting the empty bucket I was carrying and almost knocking me down. I took that empty bucket and wrapped it around his butt. The next time he kept his butt away from me and kept his eyes on me.

[@ElkEars]

@@debh3404 0

[@mrs.c5471]

My problem isn't that he corrected him, in the way he did. It's the REASON! The horse wasn't acting out "because he thought he was boss", that mentality is the riders fear and ego not the horses. This guy is scared and his "go-to" is to man handle the horse thinking that force is the way to get the horse to do what he wants him to do. Well good luck with that. That's why the OLD cowboys called it BREAKING, because they literally broke the horses spirit and used FEAR to control it. I feel sorry for his stock, his Dad has better horse sense than this guy ever will.

[@sbhemi17]

I appreciate you left the scene in when you were brushing and dealing with the attempted kick. Folks need to see more of this and how it can be dealt with. I look at it like an acorn. The biggest oak tree in the world started as an acorn. Little problems with horses grow...always best to deal with when they are small. Great work!

[@LifeintheWest]

So true. Many people let the little things go and then end up getting hurt or dealing with a much bigger problem later.

[@damiendesmortreux5263]

I agree that was the proportionate reaction to stay safe around the horse. It's important to react quickly as someone could get hurt real bad if dominance isn't addressed timely.

[@conniemorgan8402]

Same with dogs..

[@tracyjohnson5023]

@@conniemorgan8402and kids

[@finngamesknudson1457]

But isn’t it nicer to love on the horse and coddle them until the injure someone - and get sent to glue factory or rendering plant? Been slowly learning horsemanship, including how to be sufficiently forceful. Video demonstrated but I don’t think described what I consider an important factor. Correction needs to be immediate, strong enough, AND the end. If you can correct and continue without pause - they apply lesson to the misbehavior, don’t think you are being mean and see that resistance bought them nothing. For instance when having trouble getting bridle on, beating them and not finishing tells them they won (resisting the bit)and that you are mean since you beat them without reason.

[@Kittycat822]

Had the same issue with my horse when I worked at a stable. He would pretend he had something in his hoof and limp. I would get off and go to pick his hoof and he would kick and try to bolt. This is what the old timer at the stable taught me to do. He didn’t do it again once I responded.

[@LifeintheWest]

I know of a horse that did that very trick. They called him Joker. :)

[@debh3404]

People don't realize how intelligent many horses are. I'm happy that you took immediate action. It seems to be the best way for horses to learn. By learning the consequences of their actions.

[@ElizabethDMadison]

you kept going back to curry over his spine... I would never. Even with the rubber curry you be gentle on bony areas. There's no reason to make them hate being groomed.

[@maggietaylor5012]

Amen.

[@mrs.c5471]

THANK GOD! I thought I was being uber critical! I have NEVER used that kind of "brush" except on really THICK coats. I am currently brushing my donkey with a "brush" like this because he doesn't shed out naturally and his undercoat is really thick, even then, I and very AWARE if I hit a sensitive area. So much that my donkey who doesn't come to people normally, comes up to me for me to brush her.

[@childcrone]

Yes. I figure he started right off rough & rude like that to bring out any objection so he could snuff it quick. Those kicks were not 'hot stuff' or being-the-boss ideas, they were defensive protests. And he's right, it can be dangerous to have a horse feeling the need to kick, but he's choosing to 'solve' it with intimidation. Seems his deal with horses is more Boss-Grunt and not Lead member in a Partnership. I find it interesting he refers to his 'carrot stick' -- a Parelli tool and term -- and the halter is a Clinton Anderson type with the extra knots over the nose. But I don't see any Parelli in his horse handling. It takes a hard lean toward Clinton Anderson.

[@CrimeVid]

I have known a few professional horsemen (mostly racehorse guys) none of them were too gentle,but none were needlessly rough.

[@judithparker9717]

In the UK we use the metal curry comb to clean brushes , if it was used to groom a horse I can imagine that it would be very sharp & cause discomfort resulting in a horse being fidgety & probably kick. We use plastic & rubber curry combs or more often we use brushes they are kinder & we groom the horse without rushing. It is a part of bonding with a horse & if it is done in a correct manner there is no reason why a horse would want to kick or bite. When we take time to bond with the horse he will want to please you & will relax in your company & while being ridden, it's a great feeling! It is a great feeling riding a horse in a relaxed manner & that way the horse will go forward into a really flowing gallop, wonderful! I do believe in being firm but fair but more than anything I never rush, that is when problems can start.

[@apendragon4057]

i was thinking that myself. Looked a bit harsh

[@datsyhoehoe]

You can't explain this to "cowboys", especially the drug store variety. They are all about looking like they know what theyre doing, when its obvious to everyone else that they dont...

[@user-rb9mz1zs2f]

my skin twitched a little bit when i saw him "brushing" this horse, and horses have more sensitive skin than humans (scientificly proved) he is defenitely to harsh on him thats why horse does not like to be ridden (by him), i'm not suprised, notice that with this man's father horses behave differently judithparker, very respectfull way to say what he is doing wrong, i appreciate it

[@nohalfwayjourney]

Thanks Trinity for the laughs, the history and the information in your videos. Getting on a horse feeling fresh from the cold and wind is something I evaluate and reconsider more thoroughly once I turned 50. Now the ground feels farther down and harder LOL. Also, thanks for showing the real side of cowboying (the sticker in the long johns dilemma).

[@LifeintheWest]

Glad I could bring in some humor for you. I laughed while editing some of that in for sure. 😁. And yes. The sticker in the long johns just never goes away. 😄

[@jamesgranderson2890]

You’re absolutely right. Establish dominance or you’ll regret it later.

[@LifeintheWest]

Yes. Do everything right and you can still get hurt. The chances of you getting hurt just go Way down! 😁

[@KirasKingdom-kh5ov]

​​@@LifeintheWest with my horse I didn't establish dominance till he did something wrong ( bite kick etc), but he was wondering what he could get away with and nipped at me, I wacked him backed him up and made it very tense and very clear that was not OK, he hasn't done that since. I don't know if that's just what works with HIS personality or what but it works! ( I have a mare that doesn't want to go if you could do a video about that I would be so happy, right now I just wack her forward) Edit: I don't think you have to establish dominance with SOME horses(just don't need it), but I can see how with some it will save your life

[@jaray2555]

No not dominance respect.

[@jackierobinson6151]

Maybe ease up on the curry comb a little? I realize it doesn’t hurt him but u can see he’s already wound up so why hammer on him with a metal curry comb? Just sayin.

[@mrs.c5471]

Doesn't hurt him? I tell you what, for the people that think this type of comb/brush doesn't hurt, take it and brush your hair with one, firmly, and then come back and tell me it doesn't hurt

[@becky-jodrummond3426]

When you brush a horse like it's a burned pot and it is quenching and pulling away ...you might be hurting it..

[@jasonniles9270]

Good video sir and what Mr Trinity is saying is very true and I hope folks will listen to what he has explained and done have a good day sir

[@LifeintheWest]

Thanks, Jason. It is definitely a reality of horses that you can get hurt. For sure.

[@gootymac]

Yeah well, using a metal curry comb along his spine and on his ribs will hurt, a brush is far more suitable. As you can clearly see a metal curry comb drags and scratches. We only ever used them for cleaning hair off brushes and never on the horses body! Aggression is never necessary, intelligence is always the better teacher.

[@KamiM1111]

I wasn’t gonna leave a comment, but then I circled back to leave a comment. Life is all about lessons and we try to learn lessons the first time instead of repeating them. And this video is kind of the old cowboy way. It’s not learning to be better of a cowboy. I might be wrong, but it seems like everything was RUSHED, and I’m sure that the horse could sense that too. It’s not in a horses nature to be dangerous, it is the human that can make it more dangerous . Taking one’s time with how to approach a horse that hasn’t been written in a while, can certainly change the outcome. I always, always to ground work BEFORE rushing to ride….so to say! Humans forget the importance of groundwork, groundwork is the main factor in good TO GREAT horsemanship. And it is ONLY the human, not the horse to make this good decision.

[@connieheinkel8778]

I think he didn’t like the rough way you brushed him. His back was flinching at the fast firm curry. So he kicked. Just thinking 🤷‍♂️🐴

[@carleto9597]

Good job from you breaking him back to what vacation Calibar was on. All horses need a job. I am glad you didn't get Jumping Cholla Cactus on you. Good to see you and Calibar back in riding again. Take care and stay Safe.

[@LifeintheWest]

I have seen videos of that kind of Cactus. Looks NASTY!

[@ourfather7]

Love you, love this, I laughed and shared with my kiddos. I am a surviving mom of santa ana calif winds bronc ride and fly. Broken neck at 40. I listened to the lady trainer instead of my Gut that said get off. I kept asking her did you work this horse she said oh yeah of course the wind doesnt bother Special omgsh they named her special! I have ridden my whole life, 1 day I let a lady give me a jumper lesson on a bothered mare she just wanted the money and ruined my life. Im so grateful for good real people like you. God Bless.

[@LifeintheWest]

Thank you and God Bless you as well!

[@KdotD-ul1qp]

I liked your Video. May I make two suggestions? (Horsewoman of more than 43 years - 🤫🫣) 1. When you put a horse on a longe-line, focus on its hindlegs, not on its shoulder like you did here. It will help keeping it in a forward movement, rather than turning. Here you focused on its shoulder and therefore telling him to stop - which is just what he did time and again. Because moving toward its shoulder kind of intercept its forward movement - at least in his language.😊 2. Horses do feel a fly sitting somewhere on their body - you can see that, when they are trying to shake it off. Same way they can feel us breathing. If you are beside a nervous horse or sitting on one, try to control you breathing. If you are breathing short and quick you are telling the horse, something is off. Take deep, very calm breaths and try to willingly relax your muscles. It will most likely calm the horse down, because it will feel that you are calm and relaxed. They are hyper-sensitive to what we do! Would like to see you trying it in one of your next videos...😉🙃🙂 maybe!

[@cathymarshall8327]

In defence of Calabar, I can see that metal curry comb is hurting him and he's telling you it hurts. He's visibly flinching on his back and down toward his flank. He's just saying it hurts, man. My horses are thin skinned like that but the donkeys sure aren't. I don't think he's dangerous, he's trying to communicate it hurts and that's the only way he can tell you but then I see your side too. He needs to mind. He's in a tough spot.

[@Lambee303]

He’s not goosey - his back is sore - that’s his kidney’s - right where the back of the saddle is resting on him - that cury is for mud - not knocking off dust. What kills me are cowboys who just do things just because that’s the way it’s always been done. Why is he running from you? Because you’re chasing him like a predator. Why did dad catch him? He wasn’t - lol!!! Still - pretty entertaining and no one got killed or anything. 😂

[@shellylessard9299]

I totally agree with being the alpha but I also am seeing signs he could have ulcers. Being cinchy and cow kicking and the curry comb running over his side he’s very sensitive and smart!

[@barbarascott287]

Exactly!

[@nerolsalguod4649]

Dads got the touch. This boy fooled around and found out. Hansome boy though , and being rowdy. When we carefully watch what horses do to each other in command performance , then use that to communicate with them , we are less likely to get hurt etc. Good vid !

[@LifeintheWest]

Exactly right. Horses live in a herd with a clear hiarchy and they learn to trust someone or be dominate to someone just as they do in a herd. Understanding that lessons your risk of getting hurt. Sadly, when dealing with large animals like horses, you can still get hurt even when the horse is not trying to do anything wrong. It is just part of dealing with horses.

[@MagaRickn]

I appreciate you are willing to take the time to explain to the hoss what you want, until he understands. I saw him wash his mouth out when you were onboard and asking him to flex. Good subtle sign. As for 'old time' cowboys methodology, I'm sure that was because they either did not know better, or did not have time to invest in hundreds of horses. However, taking the time with a young horse at the beginning will sure make you life and their life much better in the future! Just ask anyone that has been around Ray Hunt. ;)

[@LifeintheWest]

I am sure you are right about the old cowboy methods. They had an enormous amount of work to get done, and they had to get it done as quickly as possible. Taking 10-15 days to start a horse just wasn't on the table.

[@FaithWRanch]

Very nice warm up. One thing you might try that I learned from Pat Puckett on KZbin is to walk small circles until they cross over with their hind feet.

[@carolinehockaday]

Hi Trinity, I love your show. I can see Calibre is not enjoying such a harsh grooming and he’s actually flinching from it. He’s clearly got a sensitive coat. Slow soft strokes are what horses Love. I think you would immensely enjoy a stay at McGinnis meadows, Montana where you could upskill on your horse communication and horsemanship skills and do some fab videoing. More videos of herding cattle would be super appreciated+. Hugs x

[@stanjlindsey]

After training,breeding, raising horses for 35 years I know a little something what your doing, Your an exceptional kind person with your horses just looking at your bit,its as gentle on a horses mouth as you can use, showing you depend on safe quality training

[@garyb4929]

Very much enjoyed the video. Tha 60-90 second version of that, is when your riding a remuda mount, you just roped @4 in morning & maybe, never personally rode. Thanks again for sharing.

[@donelookin3386]

Thats a bit of a harsh grooming tool? some horses are very sensitive and need softer brushes....

[@PatriotMomof5]

Love watching you work with these magnificent creatures.

[@wildjane2010]

But dude you came at him like a freight train. I’d be goosie too if you ripped that curry comb down my back like that. You are telegraphing severe anxiety. He is feeling you today. Not so much the wind. Been owning and riding horses almost 40 yrs. Training etc.. Hey I love your videos but you know I had to tell ya. Lol like I would the kidos

[@blackdiamond7708]

❤🎉 Thank you Trinity for another outstanding video!! 🎥😍 God has blessed you with much talent, you're both informative and entertaining -- the perfect combo!! Calibar is a beautiful horse and safer to ride because of your guidance and love!! ❤️😊🤠🐎🇺🇲

[@LifeintheWest]

I’m blushing. 😊

[@lonelypatriot9334]

Excellent video. Wish I had your knowledge and vids 50 years ago when I was learning to handle horses. Later my wife wanted drafts and we bought a pair of Percherons a 2 and 3 year old green half sisters the older one was a handful would charge you and stuff but we manage to work through it without getting hurt much and she turned out to be a great draft horse and could be ridden too. Great stuff. I learned alot from an old teamster in our area.

[@trex2283]

Love this, using horse language to communicate clearly what is acceptable and what is not.Will be watching this channel, real horseman.

[@MrBowNaxe]

Good stuff Trinity! Non-horse people need to know this stuff. Thanks for sharing and I can't wait to see what's next.

[@terryhurlburt9113]

I was glad to join, Trinity. I have learned a lot.

[@billybilly6574]

Trinity, I love your videos! You are so smart and knowledgeable!

[@LifeintheWest]

Well, thank you. I am humbled. I don't view myself in that light because I know so many who are SO much more knowledgable than I am. They are the true horse and cattle men.

[@fmlymn1]

This is an awesome video. Very beautiful and educational Thanks!

[@user-nr7iy9mf6r]

I love this video Trinity. Thank you for keeping it real!

[@ArizonaAirspace]

That’s why in the old days, so many inexperienced and even experienced cowboys died young. I remember an old timer telling me how he found his brother dead leaning against a tree in a sitting position. I can’t even imagine finding your brother dead like that. What happened was his brother got bucked off and he was hurt so badly that he could not walk back to the barn and it was winter time so the combination of internal injuries he sustained when he was bucked off and the cold got to him. He must have used the last bit of strength he had left to crawl to the nearest tree, propped himself up in a sitting position and died.

[@cherylmillard2067]

The wind creates arousal and an animal's heightened arousal level can affect everything; for example, it can cause a working line dog to redirect (bite/nip) on their handlers during high energy/drive situations, if a firm correction isn't given it will be worse the next time. That correction you gave when your horse kicked at you was perfect, I totally understand as I used to ride every day when I was younger, and my stud would try to nip and bite on occasion. People don't understand the importance of an immediate correction to set boundaries, the more they rehearse bad behavior, the worse it gets. This is why animals end up at auctions and dogs at shelters. Subscribed today.

[@kirstybest2013]

I agree with you on " if your horse kicks out at you, give them a kick back". Since, my very first experience with a horse ( 3 or 4 yrs old), it has been an instinctive response. I've been laughed at, yelled at etc, but it does work. I've also bitten my horse back, for biting, and if any horse I own steps on my feet, I'll calmly stand and tap on their coronet, they quickly learn where to keep their feet.

[@TheFarmerintraining]

Absolutely the BEST video to show inexperienced riders how to handle a horse that is feisty after not being ridden for a while.

[@BrylieghUlloa]

i found your acc today and it was an instant subscription i love your videos. you are very open with what happens in real-life situations with horses

[@reaskelton4939]

Very fun and love the sketches !!! My Dad was a real good horseman, he would have loved this.

[@kellygeorge5344]

The wind with horses takes one of their senses (hearing) away from them. All animals don't like the wind. You did exactly what I would do with a horse that is trying to be bossy. You have to get their attention on you not what they want to do. Good job.

[@severecracker3640]

My horses would come in hot off occasion. You’re doing exactly what I did to get them to understand. Even then my best horse “ Nitro “ would always need to let it out for a second. I call it cold backed. Windy days, even though he lives outside and is use to the wind. I swear he uses it as an excuse. Your word “ goofiness “ is exactly right.

[@tommaclean7394]

Hi Trinity. Exceptional video was really wonderful, appreciated more than you can know. No one will ever know everything having to do with Horses, a constant bottomless learning, then you die before knowing anything about Horseman Ship. Really enjoyed your True Horsemen Ship, especially how you turned his head breaking his line, I never seen that ever before. Tom

[@ronahunt104]

Thanks for this video. It was very informative ❤

[@jett888]

at 18:10 when he gave you that bend, I would have rewarded with an instant release of that pressure. He gave you what you were asking for.

[@johnt3728]

I really enjoy your videos, I learn so much.

[@RegenalSommers]

It’s So Real!! Gosh, As a Natural Method Trainer,I Appreciate this video Trinity!!!

[@LifeintheWest]

Glad you liked it!!

[@dianeregan4848]

I LOVEEEEEEEEEEE horses. And your video was so informative. Thanks. JOINED

[@hhlagen]

Love your videos. I agree with the reprimand on the kicking thing. Always wondered what loco weed looks like.

[@arabianhorses4ever115]

I bought a new TB gelding with the original thought of giving the grandkids something to ride, he is supposed to be well broke, which I did see in a video. I have him in quarantine now, so haven't done much with him. Otherwise I have a trusty old mare that is gentle and quiet, stallions (which I will ride but not let the kids) and broodmares not much more than just started. I have not ridden this new horse yet, on the ground he behaves for me, but tests me a bit, which I don't let him get away with anything and he will comply, but I just have this gut feeling about him that messes with my confidence. Now mind you I'm a grandma, have a lifetime of horse experience and I still can't pin down why this horse gives me the feeling he does.

[@RoundTopRanchWY]

It’s sad the days that you have to explain yourself (KICK) to the concrete Cowboys why you do the things you do?

[@LifeintheWest]

Those are the days in which we live. That’s for sure.

[@nancybraybrooks5509]

oh i read recently and it makes sense. that they can’t hear well in wind so to be able to pick up danger more readily.

[@maggsm3392]

Just found your channel. I know nothing about you but I think I love this already after 1 minute. lol I won't be doing any of this that's for sure but love to watch anyone who does. But you never know even on the very quiet wonderfully trained horses I ride. Unpredictable animals at the best of times. Greetings from Australia xo

[@LifeintheWest]

Welcome. Yes. Any horse should be treated like they could hurt you, cause they can. 😁

[@laurence1643]

Excellent tutorial. You are 100 % correct; they have to know you're the alpha of the herd !

[@Orangeshebert]

Not a horse person. Several years ago my granddaughter wanted a horse. I hooked her up with a paint off Craigslist and a local ranch family for boarding. Before I knew it she was barrel racing. The things that girl learned about horses and training was fantastic. A great experience for both of us.

[@edhorsemanship2010]

Great video! Do you have any advice for a horse that’s main idea is running? My gelding who I’ve been working with for a year and half is stubborn when it comes to me being in control of speed. He’s great with walk/trot, but as soon as I ask for a slow canter he’s uncontrollable. It’s like in that split second he goes from a great bombproof horse to a little turd that won’t listen. I try one rein stops and if that doesn’t work I end up relaying on the fence. I don’t know if you’ll have any tips but boy this horse is the hardest rock I’ve had to train.

[@munozinni]

That was a great video señor Trinity…very informative and educational specially when you have to train Caliber to stop kicking…you deserve to be call” the horse 🐎 whisperer!!! Yep boys there is a new sheriff in town “The horse whisperer!!!”…Saludos!!! Watch out for the Chinese weather balloon 🎈 spying on those Montana nuclear silos 👀😳…Y’all have a great weekend 👋😃👋

[@LifeintheWest]

Thank you. I am very humbled.

[@munozinni]

@@LifeintheWest GRACIAS for taking some of your busy time to reply back to my comments….definitely you guys live in a different world…so much to learn from you guys I like your content and I will keep supporting your channel by watching the videos to the end with some commercial ads giving likes and sharing and commenting with others…Saludos!!!👋😃👋 Y’all have a blessed weekend!!!👋👋👋

[@user-gz2hq8tc9n]

Great video. Love the horse. Sparks, Nevada😊

[@LifeintheWest]

Thank you. Yes, Calibar is a great horse if you are careful.

[@kryssynation6366]

You did exactly what you needed to do! Horses can definitely be dangerous meaning to or not, you have to prepared! Ive had to many bad encounters to let something like that slide 🤣 even my best horse that I trusted fully with my kids had to learn that lesson the hard way! A couple of my neighbors horses got loose once while we we out riding. I got them with him and rode back home to put him up and call the neighbor to let him know i had 2 of his horses. I went to leave with them and my Hank got pissed i was taking his new friends away, he started trying to charge at me and kick. I was a little shocked at first because at that time he was 26 and had never even attempted to kick me, let alone charge me! I kicked him in the belly after he kicked at me, but my kick wasn't nothing 😂i ended up grabbing the whip, i didn’t hurt him but i made it very know that i would not tolerate that kind of behavior, then ran him for quite a while lol. He never acted that way again!

[@nancyrea3863]

I really like your saddle. It looks something like my Aussie saddle. Great video with some funny parts.

[@LifeintheWest]

Thank you. It is build a lot heavier than an Aussie saddle though. When you rope an animal and pull it with your saddle, it has to be build pretty solid. I have bucking rolls on this saddle to supposedly keep me in the saddle. They do look similar to whatever those things are on an Aussie Saddle.

[@weeniedogwrangler7096]

@@LifeintheWest The Aussie bucking pads are called poleys, and yes, they do help keep you in the saddle. Ask me how I know...

[@sharonvincent1772]

Love watching your channel.

[@Natalie_C94]

This was so incredibly helpful even for my lazy young warmblood im retraining

[@NoahSantos-ko8pc]

Is you rope a nylon or poly? What Honda do you use? Buckaroo or Great Basin? Thanks

[@sassy6292]

Most horses don’t want to bend to the right. They are so conditioned to everything happening on the left side so we all have to work more evenly on both sides. I’ve heard it said that they have two brains and they don’t communicate very well with one another. So what are your thoughts on the spade bit crowd?

[@CrossTimbersSon]

Great video! In the early 90’s a farrier I was helping gave me a bootleg copy of a video tape of one of Ray Hunts clinics, it was fascinating to consider horse psychology. (At first it seemed like some kind of crazy voodoo tactics) My left and right broken collar bones, cracked scapula, and a couple of ribs attested to just grabbing a horses and going, regardless of wind snow or shine, like the mailman, I had to go to work, but going to the ER (and paying for it) was a costly and untimely venture. Paying attention to surroundings, conditions and reading the horse was a different way of thinking, definitely not what was passed down to me. Strange how loco weed will sometimes be more prevalent than other years, it seems the weather conditions have to be just right. Bad stuff, like fentanyl for livestock.

[@LifeintheWest]

I agree wholeheartedly. Even with all the precautions one can take, you can still get hurt on any horse. The likelihood of getting hurt goes way down however, so I try not to rush things. Yes. Loco weed just pops up some years, and hardly see it for several years in a row. Just right conditions I guess. This year, the hills near my house are about a quarter covered in the stuff. That is gonna make grazing really tough this year.

[@commoveo1]

Thanks for sharing! I worked on a cutting horse trainer ranch once upon a time and as you can imagine learned a great deal. Noticed his feet were nice. The halter was a nice one, once you learned the knots we made our own. Hadn’t been ridden in what I heard you say a couple months lol, he did quite well. We had some proud cut geldings that would have to be ridden a bit longer lol. Out of curiosity what bit were you using? Loco weed! Not a good plant for either cows or horses huh. Again thanks for sharing! Your videos lets me feel @ home lol. Retired and living in the city lol. Oh by the way lol didn’t care for the fence lol and please don’t take personal cause I’m sure you’re well aware ha. Seen many good horses hurt. Hope you get time to ride him a lot this summer and fall. Later, Howard

[@LifeintheWest]

Thank you for your thoughtful comment. I should get to ride quite a bit this year.

[@junesecrist6719]

My uncle gave me some advice about horses that buck. He told me to back them up a long way then ride them. I found this didn't work and longeing or running them in a small round pen did a better job of taking the edge off. Riding horse regularly almost every day helped the most.

[@shirleyrensink6847]

He winced twice when you were brushing him. He probably hurts and is in pain! He needs treatment, not getting kicked. Good lord, don't you understand he is in pain???

[@Chopperdoll]

This is a great training video. People think all horses are the same. I have a metal plate in my neck that proves all horses are different 😊

[@LifeintheWest]

So true. They each have their own personality.

[@debh3404]

Wow! What happened?

[@jett888]

My little stallion, if I haven't consistently saddled him, will kick like that but not at me. Caliber wasn't kicking at you- he was kicking out. I typically don't like to react like that to them, but a QUICK response, just as you did it, did tell him HEY! It's speaking horse to him. SO I agree w/ this- and I rarely EVER agree with physical response, but I would have done what you did as well.

[@wrenwest4887]

Only because the wind makes a stronger noise than when calm, I have to wonder if they are more spooked because of the sounds when they are so dependent on hearing if a predator comes near. But the horse was obviously defiant even when lunging and jumping to a forward position. Do you ever watch British trainer Steve Young pull straight downward on his head while standing beside and gaining submission? Anyway, looks like you won! More power!

[@tinoyb9294]

Nice preflight check!

[@LifeintheWest]

Yep! That's exactly what it is. You don't want any leaky seals or malfunctioning parts. :)

[@kathybradbury]

How can you tell the difference between what you call “goosiness “ and sore muscles? I suppose the cure for muscle soreness is often just movement, but I have seen a lot of horses getting light physio to keep them supple and prevent injury (good for you too!)

[@jeanettecoleman-mz7ie]

8:44 obviously doesnt like Your ROUGHNESS with the currie on his spine, What else do you expect him to do to show it HURTS...!!!!!🤬

[@jameswyatt2662]

excellent teaching

[@user-nm9je2id3r]

Excellent Video 👍🤩🐴

[@damianocelli1483]

Ho trinity! What brand is the saddle pad?? I love It! Thanks from Italy!

[@user-uo1cn4dg4p]

I am 200% with you on the kick in the belly thanks!!!!

[@GerryCoxHorsemanship]

Good Ol Belly Kick always gets em back in line! hahaha

[@jennifertselentis4755]

I prefer saddled to broken. I watched a friend who bred horses saddle horses a slow patient process.

[@billysarabia5055]

Don’t you explained your ways ,,, YOUR A GOOD HORSE MAN AND MORE THAN THAT YOUR A GOOD PERSON !!!! yes my bro don’t you do that ,,, if the people don’t already know ,,,, forget them…. And one other little thing so he’s been running with a group plus hasn’t been ridden …. When I had horses I’d notice ,,,, they are just like kids ,,,,they run around in a pack and doing whatever whenever,,,and now he’s got to knuckle down so of course he’s going to ack up gotta expect that …..

[@meycoe]

love the little self-deprecating clips...hysterical! Rugged little horse, is he part Morgan?

[@chriswatchingponies9877]

Very cool. And great job. He was being funny with you 😆 I will remember that ''keeping your head down''. Interesting. I used to work with some scary, dangerous, bad-behaving horses years ago as a groom. Not always fun. I always found it difficult on how to approach them in their stall. I usually just made a lot a noise 😆 Like, ''Yes ! You can think about it, jerk !'' I saw grooms almost getting killed in stalls.

[@Manlopsan2]

Nice video Trinity!!!

[@LifeintheWest]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed that. 😁

[@bernhardpflug7924]

Good job!

[@timklassen421]

I agree 100 percent with your horsemanship horses respect the boss horse if you aint the leader oh boy ,anyway about a month ago I came off a colt hard and fast rode him 6 times last fall and first ride this spring 90 minutes into the ride he spooked twice rabbit and then prarie chickens he spun me out of the saddle my left foot stayed in the saddle my right boot planted on the ground with his head tucked into me Igot right back on him like nothing ,anyway about 5 minutes later just trotting along I was airborn wondering where did the horse go next I see blue sky above me knowing Iam going to be hitting the ground soon trying to stay loose as possible for sudden impact ,anyway Icould feel jolts going down to my lower back when I hit the ground slowly Irolled over still in shock Istill had the reins in my hands the colt dragged me back a couple off feet and stopped anyway I slowly got back on the colt now I have to ride him back another 90 minutes back to the barn and I know I cant take another fall like that again but thank God we got back and my back is about 90 percent recovered a couple off things might be in the recipe his hooves where long I had a halter lead rope he might of stepped on I may never know for sure but it happened real fast .

[@dragally1]

I have a 6 yr old recently broke but I just jump on him and he's a little goof for a bit then settles down. Maybe I should warm him up first a little and save the bone jarring buck? I am 75 , I guess I should help me while helping the horse. lol Glad I finally clicked on your video. Now I'm subbed and, on my way, to sign up.

[@wwkjr584]

I think the wind makes them goofy because of the mix of odors coming at them. But you may have a point with the static electricity theory. BTW, back in the 60's my job as a teenager was to get the buck out of them. Fortunately, training methods have improved. 29:48 Which is good because I don't bounce like I did back then. Some days, I wonder why I still mess with them. Maybe all the concussions have messed me up.

[@jeaniLovesAnimals]

I think you're right about horses and the wind.. They are so tuned in to the elements.. Calbar wants to be boss..Horse behavior.. Trinity you know how to handle your boy. You're a *Cowboy* after all..👍🐴 ❤🙏🙋🏼‍♀️🐈🐕

[@perryseltz8010]

Trinity, that "discussion" you had with Calibar about leadership absolutely needed to be in the video, thanks for sharing.

[@mrs.c5471]

I'd bet he has to have that "discussion" everytime he rides him, that's poor leadership on the mans part. My mare can sit in her pasture for months and when I saddle her up, she alrready KNOWS who's in charge, because I trained her with respect and not force/pain. That doesn't mean I never corrected her. I've popped her when she got froggy, but I always am aware of what MY role is when she reacts to something. 99% of the time when a horse acts out, it's the FAULT of the rider.

[@christyb7590]

Awesome video

[@LifeintheWest]

Thank you Christy.

[@ricardoruiz6612]

im glad you put this in 8:31 . He forgot whos boss

[@quest4knowledge768]

I'm getting the guts to ride s very opinionated TB mare after having been off horses for about 3 years due to having babies working and farming. I'm in my 40's and don't bounce as good. Nice to see I'm not the only one that sucks it up but still scared.

[@AVToth]

Those thorns, in about 30 minutes, you'll find the ones hiding. In Texas, they hide until you're close to done, tired, then out of nowhere the jump out of nowhere and lodge in your sock, doen in your boot. There are asylums just for people who finally snapped.

[@LifeintheWest]

😄. Yep! Exactly right.

[@elizabethsmith4932]

Do you also kick your dog to show him whose boss? Won't tune in again.