Second Level - Trot Transitions
Laura Graves
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15m
In this ride, Laura points out that the horse is a little long in his body. Horses with this type of conformation, she says, often would rather go left and right instead of closing up their bodies. If that the case, transitions between and within the gaits can be very beneficial. The ability to move the horse feet from the leg is what going to promote the acceptance of the bridle.
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