What people do not appreciate is that every time a horse submits to pressure, whether subtle or overt, he is diminished. Probably the great majority of people who achieve their own ends by making their horse submit are not even aware of what they have done. It is a sad fact that a horse can be made to do many things by breaking his will. If he can be persuaded to give his assent freely and pleasurably rather than give into man’s pressure or clever techniques, he is not diminished. ~Frederic Pignon
Wish I had a good video camera but for now …
The Spirit prevails.
And here’s from today — our play time: http://youtu.be/HxS-nFEaZWo
What a remarkable difference in Tamilyn from being haltered and lined to being at liberty! Can you see that difference? More importantly, can you FEEL it?
An interesting comparison …. watch this short video with the same horses, on line, and what do you see as differences? (besides being on a line) … http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYm-0N_GlD0&feature=share&list=ULIYm-0N_GlD0