Word of the Day: Bombproof Horse

Bomb Proof- more currently known as a "husband proof" horse.  This is frequently the inaccurate description of a horse known for its seemingly calm, quiet, unflappable manner that makes people feel secure in permitting inexperienced riders to mount up; typically these horses are very confident in controlling familiar situations but can become extremely hard to manage in new and unfamiliar situations rather than being available to receive help and support from the rider.  These horses are the ultimate example of a Patternized animal.

Word of the Day- Assessment

Assess(ment)- Of the horse
To evaluate the mental availability, emotional state, and physical softness of the horse.  This is a foundational key to build a partnership with your horse.  By recognizing the horse's starting point, can help a person understand how to proceed in the session to address, support, and guide the horse to let go of fear, tension, or defensiveness.

Word of the Day: Tolerating

Tolerating- a horse's lack of mental availability despite his physical interactions. Often assessing for softness in his movement and his mental and emotional response towards the human will display a rigid, tight, and often dramatic responses.