Learn How to Desensitize Your Horse to Moving Objects

0305_01

Is your horse frightened of traffic? Does he lose his marbles when a 4-wheeler or ATV zips by him? From time to time, your horse is going to spook at objects, especially if they appear suddenly and are moving fast. These spooky encounters don’t have to be ride ruiners if you learn how to safely turn them into training opportunities.

In the March No Worries Club digital download, Clinton works with Method Ambassador Rick Badousek who is riding a horse that has just a few weeks of training. Rick’s goal is to desensitize the gelding to a 4-wheeler dragging a roping dummy. Throughout the session, Clinton shares a three-step process to safely turn your horse’s anxiety into confidence.

YouTube player

Watch the full video by logging on to the No Worries Club website, on your mobile device using the iOS and Android Downunder Horsemanship app, and on your TV using the Downunder Horsemanship app for AppleTV, Amazon Fire and Android TV. Learn how to set up your device to watch No Worries Club videos on your TV here.

More News

Back to all news

See All
FILES2f20152f052f0526_Tip.jpg.jpg

11 years ago

Training Tip: Be Effective With Pressure

Nagging a horse, constantly pecking at him without getting a result or failing to reward him for correct behavior, only…

Read More
FILES2f20152f112f1110_05.jpg.jpg

11 years ago

Don’t Miss Clinton at the NFR Next Month

Clinton is taking Downunder Horsemanship to the world’s biggest rodeo in December. The Wrangler National Finals Rodeo features the best…

Read More
031026_01

6 months ago

Visiting With Legends

Clinton headed back to his roots in Australia earlier this week to film two special episodes of the Uncut &…

Read More
0418_04r

9 years ago

Frustration is Natural and Can Be Overcome

Method Ambassador Daniel Coggin knows what it feels like to be frustrated with the lack of progress you’re making with…

Read More