Question # 120: I'm having a problem with my mare on the flat. She started out Western, so she was taught originally to give to the bit, not go on the bit. Which means she's usually behind the vertical when we're doing flat.
She moves forward freely when I ask her to, I'm just not sure how to start correcting this problem of giving to the bit. (Holly)
Hi Holly!
This problem can be very tricky to solve, as when you try to take more feel of the rein, the horse is likely to curl her neck even further to keep the reins loose. But it is very important to not let the horse feel rewarded for attempting to evade the bit. When I have that curls to evade the bit, I... (Click on Question Title above (in blue) to read full answer)
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