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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!…………..
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.
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
The One Rein Stop by Charles Wilhelm
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
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.
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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
by Gerry_Grant
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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Crossing a Creek
By Charles Wilhelm
When teaching a horse to go over any obstacle, including a creek, there are certain things that the horse must already understand and we must have control of the horse. When we begin to teach a horse to go over any type of obstacle, we begin on the ground. The horse must first know how to lunge and give to pressure. On the ground and in the saddle, we must be able to control the hind quarters, the shoulders and the nose. We begin with a simple object on the ground, like a pole.
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We excitedly welcome the outstanding work of Charles Wilhelm.
Well known and highly respected horse trainer Charles Wilhelm will be contributing his articles to the readers of Horse 2 Heart.com
Charles is a seasoned Training Master for all levels of horsemanship. If he isn’t already one of your favorites, he will quickly become one.
While I jokingly like to blame my horse for the dumb things I do in training, Charles keeps me honest. He shows us how it is really not the horses fault in so many common situations we encounter.
