Q: How can I deal with my horse refusing jumps? A: To avoid refusals or deal with them when they happen, try the following: Use a stepwise approach to increase the challenge of a fence or obstacle bit by bit. Don't fight with your horse. Sometimes horses are just too frightened, or something hurts. These…
Q: What's the point of a placing pole? A: Placing poles help to control a horse who speeds and are also excellent for creating 'jump' in the canter leading up to the fence. They can also help correct your striding if you don't have a good eye for a stride. A ground pole rolled slightly away…
