Monday, August 12, 2013

The Importance Of Horse Training

By Anne Hill


There are many reasons to learn horse training techniques to use with your steed. Of course, one of the most common reasons is that you want your steed to exhibit desirable behavior. However, there are many, arguably more important, reasons.

The reason with the greatest importance, perhaps, is safety. Steeds are big, strong and mighty. You don't want to be on a steed when it is out of control. You could be injured or even killed and it happens every year to many riders. Training your steed could be life saving for you.

Training your steed creates a lasting bond. It's important that you and your steed both trust and respect each other. Praising your steed when he does something right helps to build that trust and respect. Riding a steed with quality bridles for sale that listens to you because he loves you and has a bond with you is much better than riding a steed that listens out of fear.

With the right training you can learn your horse's disposition. Before he exhibits bad behavior, you'll be aware of what he is thinking and feeling and take appropriate steps. This is vital, not just so you stay safe, but also for the quality of life of your steed. He can't talk and tell you what is wrong. Having a relationship where you are almost intuitively aware of his needs will bring him much joy. A joyful steed makes a joyful rider.

A well taught steed has a higher monetary value than one that is untrained. Maybe you never want to sell your steed, but if you did, the new owner will be willing to pay a pretty penny for the ease of having an already trained horse. This will save the new owner both time and money. Even if you never sell your steed, though, teaching him will create such a great relationship for you both.

Schooling your steed creates a basic foundation for more advanced teaching. An athlete doesn't start of by going straight to the Olympics. It is similar with a horse, baby steps must be taken. In order to get your steed to an advanced level you have to be sure he starting off right. He has to know what you want and you have to be in control before you can expect to train him in more advanced levels.

Taking the time to train your steed will make riding more enjoyable for the both of you. Having to fight your steed for control all the time is exhausting, both physically and emotionally. Not to mention, it can be very dangerous. Horse training will make things easier and more pleasurable for both rider and steed.




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