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"I have been accused of over tightening the cinch for 20 years"
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Dear Keith...
Sunday, June 4, 2006
I have been accused of over tightening the cinch for 20 years. I have read the Lyons 8 book library and find no sure-fire test to insure the cinch is neither too loose or too tight. For the sake of our horses--how do we know? |
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Suggested Article: "Horses That Pull On the Bit and Head Tossers"
If your horse begins to "root at the bit," that is to drop its head and try to pull or tug the reins out of your hands, then what he's saying is that you've taught him that if he pulls on the bit, your hands will move – and he'll get away from the...
from our Horse Riding Instruction series > read more |
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Suggested Article: "Cinchy Horses"
It certainly doesn't take them long to learn that a saddle on their backs means they're getting put to work pretty quick – so it's no wonder that so many bad habits develop along this point. They weren't born yesterday: You approaching with a...
from our Saddle Breaking a Horse series > read more |
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Saddling and First Ride
How to Train Nervous Horses: He will not let you put a halter on him or touch him very much |
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Equipment
Horse Tack and Supply: What are the essentials I need to have in the barn as far as tack, grooming and health care, etc? |
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Saddles and Fitting
Fitting Saddles: How do I fit a saddle on my older horse? |
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