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[RC] re: the best method to reform a dedicated puller - A. PerezDon't know if it qualifies as a 'natural horsemanship' method, or even 'the best' method, but here's what worked with both my horses. I run either a fairly thin cord or a chain though the rings on the halter, up behind his ears (UNDER the crown peice of the halter), with the ends coming through the ring under the chin. Knot or clip the ends together, and clip the lead to the chain/cord instead of the halter. This way when the horse sits back, pressure is applied to the poll. I like this approach because the horse corrects himself, and when he stops pulling, the pressure lets up, reinforcing the proper behavior (stopping the pulling). Even worked on Idiot Boy! ________________________________________________ Get your own "800" number Voicemail, fax, email, and a lot more http://www.ureach.com/reg/tag ============================================================ Locks do not prevent theft, they only deter those in doubt. ~ Robert Morris ridecamp.net information: http://www.endurance.net/ridecamp/ ============================================================
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