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Haltering and Tying a Horse

In All The Tie Rail, Ground Work by Eric Ancker

 Prerequisite steps needed… Step 1: Read my post 2 Knots. Then come back. It’s important to have a knot down so well that you don’t have to think about it. Then come back and move on to step 2. Step 2: Learn to tie a rope halter correctly right now. The halter will be much safer and will work much better …

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Hand Feeding a Horse

In All The Tie Rail, Ground Work by Eric Ancker

“But it’s so fun” said every girl in the history of all time. – Denise OK, first things first. Don’t hand feed your horse. But, if you are OK with the possible implications of it…go for it. As long as you are aware of the following information, make your own decisions. But, don’t hand feed ’em. Here’s the deal, if …

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If your horse wants to move… And you don’t.

In All The Tie Rail, Ground Work, Riding by Eric Ancker

Lets say you’re standing there having a good ‘ol time just standing still, talking to a friend. Out of nowhere your feet start to move. They just start walking around. Walking to no place in particular, at least none that was discussed and agreed upon. Would you be happy about this? What would you say to your friend standing there …