Groundwork Tools
Groundwork
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18m
Monique talks about the tools that she uses for groundwork such as a rope halter and a small flag on the end of a stick. She explains her thought processes behind them, what you can use that you already have and when you might want to try something different. She also demonstrates how to positively deal with scary objects.
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Yielding Left and Right
Monique shows how she can create suppleness on the ground. She wants the horse to give, bend or drop his head immediately when she touches the lead rope. Ideally, she wants the horse's ears stay up and that he doesn't twist his head or neck. She also wants it to be very light and soft.
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Understanding Rhythmic Pressure
Monique explains the concept of rhythmic pressure. Naturally horses will be in sync with the rest of the herd. When the person is out of rhythm is can cause confusion in the horse. She explains herd dynamics and how horses move each other and then how a person can utilize that to move a horse awa...
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Follow the Feeling of the Lead Rope
Monique demonstrates how to show a horse how to follow the feeling of the lead rope, when the ground person is on the opposite side. It helps them coordinate their feet, and it desensitizes the horse to something around his hind legs.
