When you ask your horse to do something, are you met with resistance or release? One of the most common issues I see in today's performance horses has to do with misunderstanding the release point. When you ask your horse to perform a maneuver and their first instinct is to resist or push against you, this is a sign that you need to go back to fundamentals. When you ask your horse to do something, it should not be a negotiation.

Tune in to this episode to learn my tips for building a solid foundation and helping your horses get into a mindset where they are willing to listen to the responses you are asking for. Read the full show notes at philhaugenhorsemanship.com/podcast.