Introduction
Concept of Choice
Moving the Feet
Use as much force as necessary to stay safe
When we move horse aiming for softness
De-sensitization
How many parts to a horse 5 areas from JF
Liberty Demo
DO Over principle
Use body language to communicate intent
five parts of body to move
Requires Mindfulness
Need to be able to read horse behaviour
Assess environment and anticipate behaviour
Be in the same moment as the horse
Danger Zones
Personal Space
Escape route
Communication Attributes to strive for
All about body language which is informed by intent
Presence Jonathon page 16
Leadership and Herd Dynamic leads to safety
Balance between compassion and firmness
The comfort zone – the sweet spot
Assertive versus agressive
Non Reactive
Patient and Persistent
The horse has a voice
Jonathons five C’s page 52 care control communication confidence competence and challenge
How to approach a Herd
Watch the other horses, who is the boss
Halter and Unhalter
Grooming
Picking feet
Mutual Safety
Carrot Stick
Leading a Horse
Disengaging the Hind
What does a horse need to feel safe?
Comfort
What leads to comfort for the horse or what leads to discomfort
Tack
Micromanage
Poor communication
Poor leadership
Does a horse have to be standing still to be relaxed
Friendly
Driving
Pressure / release of pressure
How do you gain a horses respect and trust