Introducing Scary Objects | Monique Potts
Groundwork
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5m 32s
Monique explains and demonstrates how to introduce scary objects to a young horse. In this case, she uses a tarp on the ground, which the weanling offered to go over it himself. This is because of building confidence in the horse and communication between horse and handler.
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