Tarps are commonly used as a training tool. Watch as Idaho horseman Wade Black demonstrates his method for helping a young horse feel comfortable walking across a tarp laying on the ground.
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I do not favor “sending my horse away” on a 12’ lead, as he always faces up immediately, showing respect and attention to me w positive eye contact! He is always attentive and goes anywhere, Although past horses have followed my lead and will circle. I feel uncomfortable “forcing this action” on this horse! Please have someone comment on this. Is it really necessary?
Not it’s not necessarily at all, it’s not even that useful as a horse reacts differently to things when a rider is mounted. Is it bad for the horse, probably not but it’s not for the horse it’s for the people watching.