Wednesday, September 21, 2016

Different Techniques For Horse Training Kansas

By Matthew Mitchell


When it comes to teaching an animal a new trick, it can often be difficult. Although, when it comes to horse training Kansas, having the necessary information can often make it easier. As such, it is important when providing this type of training that the information taught is age appropriate for ponies and older horses.

In all cases, the first lesson needs to be aimed at owner and animal. For, unless the owner can learn to work correctly with a horse, training can at times be impossible. Whereas, if there is balance and harmony between owner and animal, most often ongoing and repetitive training will become successful over time.

Depending on the breed, horses have a multitude of purposes in life. For example, some are bred for farm work, while others are being trained as police mounts, for racing, therapeutic work and pets. Whereas, others are taught to participate in rodeos and events such as barrel racing, jumping and others.

Learning the commands of a rider is essential to safety when it comes to owning or riding a horse. These lessons can include pulling back on the lead which says stop and moving the lead to left or right which tells the horse an intended direction or teaching the horse to back up. Whatever the command, only by owners and riders doing the activity properly and repetitively over time will the animal learn to respond properly.

Many individuals who have been riding for years often find it fun to jump fences, stones and other objects. While this is fun, unless a rider has a great deal of experience and is in good health, doing so is not always a good idea. For, even the most advanced riders have been known to be thrown while doing so.

While there are definitions when it comes to training, most often it refers to practices which result in better overall performance. As such, it is always important to reward positive behavior while letting an animal know negative behavior is never appreciated or rewarded. After which, the animal will learn that it is better to get rewards than experience punishment or rejection for bad behavior.

When working with individuals with disabilities, it is important to use horses which have shown no signs of aggressive behavior. In addition, it is always advised that these individuals be accompanied by a friend, relative or trainer when riding on various pathways and trails. Otherwise, if the individual were to fall off or be thrown, one may have no way of calling for help.

Originally, these animals were trained to work during wartime, as transport mechanisms and for working on farms. Whereas, teaching is now more personalized and aimed at those which are pets, race horses or both. In other areas, riding stables own a fleet of horses which can be hired out on a daily, hourly or sometimes weekly basis.

Ultimately, when animals and people can communicate across language barriers, training is much easier. Whereas, individuals mistreating animals based on not understanding or adhering to commands often defeat the purpose. As such, those who are patient, kind and understanding while going through the process are going to see far more success than others.




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