Defining and Solving
Resistance in the horse can come in several forms, at times violent and on the other end of the spectrum, passive. Both forms are harmful, frustrating and a sign that the horse does not fully understand what is being asked of him. Let us take a deeper look at the forms of resistance in the horse, and how they need to be approached to restore a healthy relationship.
What is ego, and where does it belong in the act of riding, training and otherwise interacting with horses?
In the first part of this article, we covered the Rules of the Aids, along with introducing and describing the Half Halt and Reverse Half Halt. We now continue on, in a very logical way, to discuss the Direct and Indirect Rein. These two aids are the means of directing, guiding and helping to shape the horse.
Part I; Introduction, Half Halt & Reverse Half Halt
I should think that the best place to begin with describing the aids we use to influence the horse, is to first find the exact meaning of aid. By Definition:
