Is your horse half-brained or just seeing things differently?’To be successful with horses you must understand their nature.’
Submitted to Horse2Heart Great Horse Stories by Charlie from HorseTrainingResources.com
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“Is Your Horse Half-Brained?”

I remember being called ‘half brain’.

The reason for that was my ‘not so
smart moments’ in life like when I forgot
to shut the front door as I left the house
or a dozen other things.

But what about horses?

Believe it or not, horses are half
brained much of the time and it can
work against you if you’re not aware of it.

Bucking and Bolting on the Trail can start to be a problem as the weather turns and our horses are locked inside for longer hours. Horse Training Master Charles Wilhelm addresses how to handle behavior problems before they become dangerous on the trail. So simple you can and must, do them at home to prepare for a successful outing with your horse. Tally Ho!…………..

Horse Trainer Jonathon Field from British Columbia demonstrates what working horses at liberty is about. Those of us that work our horses this way will tell you it is one of the most fun and satisfying things you can achieve with them. Jonathon will be coming to California this fall to hold clinics on getting this connection with your horses. If you don’t have your own horse Horse2Heart can guide you to a travel destination that will fulfill that for you. Fill out our information form here and get information.

Audrey Pavia, the most published equine author in the U.S., sends us this look at the Quarter Horse breeding crosses-
The Quarter Horse is the most popular breed of horse in the world, and it’s no wonder. The breed’s versatility and athleticism, combined with a superb and willing disposition, have made it the horse of choice for many riders in a variety of disciplines.

But the Quarter Horse’s claim to fame goes far beyond its abilities to provide a good performance horse in whatever discipline a rider might choose. The Quarter Horse has also been the catalyst for the creation of several new breeds that are separate but closely related to this all-American horse.

The use of stud chains while handing horses is a controversial topic. There are exceptions to every rule and set of circumstances in horse training. Ultimately it is necessary to train a horse on what is expected of him with the use of positive reinforcement. Horse Trainer and Clinician Charles Wilhelm gives us a great understanding on the long-term use of stud chains. .Ed.

The Use of Stud Chains on Horses

If we really love and care for our horses as much as we say or think we do, why would we ever want to inflict pain on them? Stud chains are used on the nose, below the chin or across the gums. These areas are very delicate and sensitive.

The famous Gateway 2 Ranch Healing Horses got some healing work of their own from Horse2Heart’s Gerry Grant. The Equinisity Program was developed by Liz Mitten Ryan stemming from the award winning publication of her book One With the Heard.  Gerry Grant at the Equinisity Retreat

Gerry heals Miro

In Liz’s well done slide show you can get a glimpse of tidbits of a program that will change your life forever. Watch for a stunning video Gerry is editing now (and again, and again) that will have you saying you have to get there.

A well-trained horse will physically, emotionally and mentally, start checking in with us to see what we want to do next. It is good to have a weekly, three-month, 6-month and a yearly road map.  Start with small steps and when those are mastered build on them to increase learning. 

The Benefits of Setting Goals for Your Horse by Charles Wilhelm

One Rein Stop

Make sure you have a Whoa when your horse suddenly has a Go!

Emergency brakes on a Horse? Master Horse trainer Charles Wilhelm gives us the step by step instructions to make sure you have a Whoa when your horse suddenly has a Go! Control the momentum by using a properly installed stop cue that doesn’t interfere with other operating systems.

The One Rein Stop by Charles Wilhelm

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Straight from the Horse’s mouth, Strong as a Horse: Just two of the many clichés people relate to involving the horse and man. Fact is that care is necessary for both horses and people to avoid and relieve pain in the mouth and back. Clinician | Horse Trainer Charles Wilhelm explains the reasons that many horses have training problems related to these issues. Like Charles says-“it’s never the horse’s fault.” More likely it’s ;

The Need for Chiropractic and Dental Care

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Did you know?

“There are three parts to a horse that give you directional control”

“Always begin with a verbal pre-cue”

“Correct safety and respect behavior issues”

“Following tips will help you to be successful with this exercise and give your horse every chance to succeed.” Charles Wilhelm

The Concentrated Circles Exercise

In this Horse Training article by Master Horse Trainer Charles Wilhelm he gives us ways to set yourself up for success by being aware of the non-verbal message you bring to the horse and visa versa. Read this well written article in entirety a few times ; then go smile at someone and you’ll see how easy it is to send a communication without a word.

The Need to be Consistent by Charles Wilhelm

Hand Feeding Horses by Charles Wilhelm

Feeding horses by hand is a pet peeve of mine and I want to talk about it in detail, giving the pros and cons and why I am against it.  In the horse industry there are a lot of people who hand feed their horses.  It is a way to have communication with the horse, a way of showing affection and a way of accommodating his needs.  It is a loving moment.  On the other hand, some horses begin to expect the treat and become pushy and aggressive, crowding into the person’s space.

Horse2Heart is proud to host Charles Wilhelm’s Success Through Knowledge training articles. Look for them in the Charles Wilhelm Category.

Master Horse Trainer Charles Wilhelm brings it home to us that horses like routine. I think it makes them feel comfortable and confident. It can’t be emphasized enough that regular handling of a horse from the ground, even a small degree of time; helps continue our training and improve our riding experience. Charles tells us, “this is the one set of exercises we do on every horse every time we ride.  We may need only to spend a couple of minutes on it, or maybe up to a half hour, but no matter what – we will go through this routine to ensure we have an attentive, responsive, supple and respectful horse.” H2H

Everybody likes to hang out and socialize. We do it with our horses and with our own kind. As a heard animal it is important for the mental health of any horse, young or old. Charles gives us solid tips for going about it in the right way. Ed.

 Socialization of a Young Horse by Charles Wilhelm

This is a great article even if your horse is okay with the saddle. Read at least the final paragraphs to re-boot your saddling techniques. Thank You Charles, you are one of the Best of the Best!

Getting Ready to Saddle For the First Time by Charles Wilhelm

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