The Basics of Training a Horse
Horse training can be fun, but it also can be quite a challenge. For the beginner, it's probably best to leave starting young horses to more experienced trainers. Youngsters are too unpredictable, and knowledge, timing, and skill are required for success. But really, we train our horses—even extensively trained ones, each time we interact with them. When you teach your horse something new, it means you've learned something as well, and that is very rewarding. Learn what your horse should know and what you'll need to know to train your horse. Here are fun, easy, and safe training ideas for first-time horse owners.
What to Know Before You Begin
Before you begin horse training, there are a few things you need to know in order to be effective and safe with your horse. You should learn how to approach training, what doesn't work, and how to know when what you are doing is working.
And while it isn't necessary to have a round pen to train a horse, it is good to work in an enclosed space such as a round pen, ring, arena or small paddock.
What Your Horse Needs to Know
Even if you don't ride or drive it, there are essential horse manners every horse must have. One thing every horse should know is how to safely load onto a trailer, just in case there is an emergency.
Safe Things You Can Teach a Horse
It's easy and fun to teach your horse to neck rein. Whether you ride
