Dragging Skill Development Developing the skill of dragging needs to be approached carefully. The essential goal in building this skill is to help the horse overcome the fear of being chased by something that scares them. When developing this skill, it's essential that you begin with something that the horse is [...]
The curtain is a fun obstacle and very popular. The best way to introduce a horse to the curtains is on the ground. You can separate the curtains in the middle and tie half of them to each side. Then, lead your horse through the frame. Depending on your horse’s experience, just walking through the stand might be enough of a challenge in the beginning stage.
The rope gate is a very challenging obstacle but once you and your horse master it, it's very rewarding. There are a number of ways to approach this obstacle. The most effective and safe ways are those where the horse's movement/path is not blocked by the rope. The horse's movement should not be impeded by...