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The knowledge is unrecognizable, they - [It's What You Do With Your Horse Time That Matters Most](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/its-what-you-do-with-your-horse-time-that-matters/) - Asking how long it takes to saddle and ride a young horse for the first time, is like asking how long is a piece of string. I started training horses for a living more than fifty years ago. Horses of all shapes, sizes and varieties were sent to me to be started under saddle. Many - [My Horse Paws and Kicks in The Trailer](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/my-horse-paws-and-kicks-in-the-trailer/) - Q: Do your trainers have any tips for stopping a horse from pawing and kicking out while he is travelling in the trailer? My 10-year-old crossbred gelding does this if he is travelling on his own, or with a friend. He is wrecking the inside of my trailer and it's quite distracting for me when - [Horse Behaviour](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horse-behaviour/) - The biggest problem to overcome in horse training is human behaviour. Humans come up with all sorts of theories and methods, then try to make every horse fit their set lessons. Many people cling to traditional theories and set methods, no matter how their horses react. Instead of trying to make horses adapt to - [Give the Flap the Flick](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/give-the-flap-the-flick/) - When you ride your horse, many trainers would have you believe that the biggest problems to overcome are plastic bags blowing in the wind, umbrellas suddenly opening and a world covered in plastic tarps. The first thing these trainers do is frighten young horses with plastic bags, flags, tarps, umbrellas and goodness knows what else. - [Pulling back when tied up](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/pulling-back-when-tied-up/) - Last week, I read an article in an old issue of a prominent horse magazine on tying a horse for the first time. There were graphic photos of a terrified horse pulling back and fighting against a post. The article recommended the use of hobbles and 'special' headstalls while the horse pulled back. Here's my - [The Horse's Lament](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/the-horse-s-lament/) - THE HORSE'S LAMENT‍ By Neil Davies He puts a dreadful halter on, it’s made from rope and knots And when he jerks and jerks my head, it really hurts me lots ‍ He flaps a stupid flag each day, I don’t know what to do And though I try to please him, he hits me - [Teach your horse to relax](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/teach-your-horse-to-relax/) - Every horse’s world must be predictable before he can relax. Horses must always know what the outcome of their actions will be. From the very first lesson, I rub every horse’s head. I teach every horse that when he has his head with me it’s a pleasant experience – a rub around his head, neck - [It's nobody's fault but your own](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/it-s-nobody-s-fault-but-your-own/) - Lots of people go to clinics to watch a ‘wild’ bucking horse being ‘tamed’. It’s high time for everyone to realise that a young horse is frightened and terrified when he bucks. Yet I’ve seen trainers make a joke of it or say, “It doesn’t matter, he’ll get used to it. He has to work - [Round Yard Reality](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/round-yard-reality/) - People have an obsession with forcing horses to come to them. When a horse is hard to catch, trainers say you must make the horse come to you. They say you must be the alpha and the horse must submit. They say the horse must be lower in the pecking order. In other words, the - [Neil's Horse Training Book](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/neil-s-horse-training-book/) - Fear-free Horse Training, every step of the way explains every facet of horse training - from catching a foal for the first time, starting a horse under saddle, teaching your horse to move forward and give, overcoming problems such as shying, rearing, pulling back, and much much more. A horse training book built on removing - [A Catchy Poem](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/a-catchy-poem/) - By Neil Davies When you cannot catch a horse It's hard to keep your cool You get so close, he walks away And makes you feel a fool Some say each horse must come to you "Chase him, make him move Be the boss, don't give up You've got a point to prove" Forget the - [Which Halter Should I Use?](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/which-halter-should-i-use/) - My recent visit to the US made me realise how ingrained bad training ideas have become. Unfortunately, so many of these beliefs are accepted far and wide. Ideas like you must become your horse’s leader and you must gain his respect have been marketed for the last thirty years. Thinking like this leads to many - [HORSEMANSHIP](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horsemanship-2/) - HORSEMANSHIP Horsemanship is for every horse owner. Whether you’re a horsewoman or a horseman, horsemanship means that you: Always rise early to check your horses and feed them before you eat breakfast. Don’t sleep in until 10 o’clock just because you had a big night. Always make sure your horses have the best and safest - [My Horse Pulls and Shakes Her Head Whenever I Ride](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/my-horse-pulls-and-shakes-her-head-whenever-i-ride/) - Q: "My horse constantly pulls against me and shakes his head when I ride. How can I fix this?" From Sally *** Hi Sally, There’s no magic fix for head shaking or any other problem. Like all problems, head shaking doesn’t exist in isolation. Your horse’s head-shaking could be caused by any number of things. - [A Happy Agreement with your Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/a-happy-agreement-with-your-horse/) - Many people have a happy agreement with their horse, whereby the rider is happy when their horse mostly does as they ask for most of the time. Whether they ride in an arena, in a paddock, down the road or on the trail, many people are happy to simply arrive at their destination. They don’t - [The Respect Myth](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/the-respect-myth/) - I’ve heard at least a thousand times that you must gain your horse’s respect. It’s a mantra parroted off by horse people everywhere and many trainers say that respect is the first thing you must achieve. There are countless videos, articles and books on how to gain respect from your horse. Respect is often explained - [How Smart is Your Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-smart-is-your-horse/) - How Smart is Your Horse? How intelligent is your horse? Are some horses smarter than others? Are humans smarter than horses, or are horses smarter than humans? Horses think all the time and maybe we should take a hint from that. Yes, horses do think differently to humans. Not less, just differently. If a horse - [Starting a horse under saddle - Videos](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-the-first-lesson/) - LEARN MORE HERE - [Horse Training. It's as Easy as One Two Three](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horse-training-it-s-as-easy-as-one-two-three/) - Horse training isn’t complicated. Your horse concentrates on three simple things, every time you ride or handle him. When you concentrate on the same three things, you’re thinking on the same level as your horse. Understanding this is the key to horse training. Every movement you teach every horse comes back to these three things. - [A Magic Horse Training Fix](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/a-magic-horse-training-fix/) - Everyone who rides or handles horses will have problems at some point. Everyone has trouble at some stage. You may have a problem cantering on the correct lead; you may have a problem making your horse go; you may have a problem making your horse stop…. The list is endless. Sometimes, problems develop into something - [How to use your most valuable horse training tool](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-to-use-your-most-valuable-horse-training-tool/) - Rubbing a horse’s head, neck and around his ears gives him to time to relax. I show every horse that life is easy and pleasant when he has his head with me. Rubbing your horse’s head will be the start of a whole new relationship between you and your horse. Whenever you ask him to - [Using Sticks and Spurs Correctly is Not Cruel](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/using-sticks-and-spurs-correctly-is-not-cruel/) - Many people have an unjustified prejudice against the use of sticks and spurs in horse training. They think that sticks and spurs are cruel and are used to punish a horse and ‘show him who’s boss’, and therefore should never be used on any horse. Some people believe that horses are naturally afraid of sticks - [I Can't Touch My Horse's Ears](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/i-cant-touch-my-horses-ears/) - Q: "I have a former racehorse who is very unhappy about having his ears touched around the base especially, which makes it quite hard to bridle him. For example, to arrange his forelock and mane around his headpiece, and also to get rid of sweat from the area. Can you please give me some advice - [Respect and Desensitisation](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/respect-and-desensitisation/) - I recently watched a video of a trainer trying to handle a horse’s legs. The horse was seven years old and kicked quite badly when anyone attempted to pick up his hind legs. The trainer was obviously frightened of being kicked, so he flapped a rope around the horse’s legs to 'desensitise him'. Though the horse kicked - [How Can I Teach My Horse To Move From Trot to Canter?](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-can-i-teach-my-horse-to-move-from-trot-to-canter/) - Q: Hi there. I have a five-year-old crossbred who I have just started riding. I am having problems getting him to canter though (he canters fine in the paddock with his mates). He just trots faster and faster and faster when I try to get him to canter. Have your trainers got some suggestions please? - [How Can I Calm My Hot Headed Thoroughbred](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-can-i-calm-my-hot-headed-thoroughbred/) - Question from a reader "I'd like your expert opinion about calming down a hot-headed TB. I have to keep him boxed at night as he gets staggers from the grass. I mostly work him every day but it's hard to give him a full schooling session when he is so full-on. Some friends have suggested - [My Horse Rears or Bucks and Refuses to go Forward. What Can I Do?](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/my-horse-rears-or-bucks-and-refuses-to-go-forward-what-can-i-do/) - Question from a reader: "I've owned my 6-year-old warmblood-cross gelding for three years, and he has recently started to get really nappy when I ride him (although not always). He will stop out of the blue, sometimes rears or bucks a little, and refuses to go forward. I've ridden horses for many years, and I cannot - [How Can I Introduce a New Horse To My Old Horses?](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-can-i-introduce-a-new-horse-to-my-old-horses/) - Q: I’d like some advice about introducing a new horse to a herd. My two elderly geldings (21 and 24) have been together for most of their lives. I have been riding the younger one, but his jumping days are over and though I will keep hacking him lightly, I am about to purchase a - [Is it Okay to Use Treats as a Reward](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/is-it-okay-to-use-treats-as-a-reward/) - From Sharon What do you think about using food treats as rewards while training horses. Is it effective, or does it just turn them into pushy, demanding horses? Does it encourage them to start nipping for treats, which is what we were told at pony club? Hi Sharon It is okay to use treats as - [My Horses Rushes When I Lead Him to His Paddock. How Can I Stop This?](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/my-horses-rushes-when-i-lead-him-to-his-paddock-how-can-i-stop-this/) - Question: I recently bought an 11-year-old TB gelding with a potentially dangerous habit. This horse is a bit high energy, but he generally behaves well both on the ground and under saddle. The problem comes when I turn him out after riding him. As we approach the gate to his paddock, he rushes up to - [My Young Mare Has Suddenly Started Being Nasty to Other Horses. How Do I Stop This?](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/my-young-mare-has-suddenly-started-being-nasty-to-other-horses-how-do-i-stop-this/) - Question: My young mare has suddenly started being nasty to other horses (I've had her since a foal and she's always been sweet natured). She is now 5. I know I can't do anything about how she treats her paddock mates. But lately she's started lungeing violently with her teeth bared at other horses tied - [Catching an Unhandled Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/catching-an-unhandled-horse/) - There's a big difference between a horse doing as you ask and half doing as you ask. This includes catching an unhandled horse for the first time. It should never take weeks or months to catch an unhandled horse. Sneaking around a frightened horse for weeks on end isn't good for the horse or the - [Let Horses Be Horses](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/let-horses-be-horses/) - Q:Would you, given large enough paddocks with safe fencing, run a group of eight horses as a single herd, or split into two or three (or more) smaller groups? If you split them, would you split by age/gender or have a mixture?Tara, via emailHi Tara,From your question, I can tell you want the best for - [A Better Way for Horses](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/all-about-my-book/) - I’ve seen many big name trainers working with horses and I don’t agree with much of what they do or what they say. I don’t agree with harassing horses with ropes and flags, or letting them buck with the saddle, or chasing them until they’re distressed. Every week I get emails from people whose horse - [Neil at California State Fair 1989](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/neil-at-california/) - ‍See my Starting a Horse Under Saddle Online Clinic here - [No Ifs Buts or Maybes](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/no-ifs-buts-or-maybes/) - People often say, 'Never say never when it comes to horse training.' 'Oh but,' they say, 'If you’re having problems, maybe you’ll need to resort to other techniques.' I beg to disagree. No matter how much trouble you’re having with a horse, here are some things that are NEVER EVER okay to do. It’s never - [My Horse Has 'Separation Anxiety'](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/my-horse-has-separation-anxiety/) - Here's a question from a reader: I am needing some help with separation anxiety in my horses. I have a five-year-old mare who I bred, and she has lived her whole life with two geldings, very happily. She's always been independent and confident when I have taken her away from them to handle and (over - [What's This Densensitising All About?](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/whats-this-densensitising-all-about/) - Q: Hello there. I am fairly new to horses, and I'd like to know your trainers' opinions about the practice I've seen of people 'desensitising' horses by doing what looks to me like chasing them around a big yard with a plastic bag on a stick. What are they trying to achieve? Dan, via email Good - [My Ex Racehorse Won't Settle Down](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/my-ex-racehorse-wont-settle-down/) - Q: We were given a thoroughbred former racehorse who is quiet and gentle on the ground, to lead and work on a lunge. But he is a horror to ride - gets extremely wound up and scuttles around sideways, throws his head around, gets into a foaming sweat... all this just trying to walk him - [How Can I Teach My Horse To Stand To Be Mounted?](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-can-i-teach-my-horse-to-stand-to-be-mounted/) - Q: "Every time I try and mount my horse, she moves backwards. If someone holds her head, she's fine, but without a helper she moves back. I do not pull on the reins and also try not to be overbearing. How can I fix this problem?" Carol. Hi Carol, It can be dangerous if your - [Never Punish Your Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/never-punish-your-horse/) - No matter what your horse does or doesn’t do, it’s cruel and pointless to punish him. When a horse shies or doesn’t stop or doesn’t change leads or doesn’t do whatever else the rider thinks he should do, running the horse down a fence, forcing him to run backwards, hitting him after the event or - [How to Stop Your Horse Biting or Pushing Over You](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-to-stop-your-horse-biting-or-pushing-over-you/) - Your horse learns from every interaction he has with you. Every time you go near your horse, he learns something new. He may learn to lay his ears back and push over you or bite you. He may learn to turn his tail and kick at you. Horses aren’t born with an urge to bite - [Horse Experience](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horse-experience/) - Horses have been part of my life since the day I was born. My father and grandfather worked with cattle and horses all their lives and I, in turn, grew up working with cattle and horses. In my late teens, I started competing in campdrafts. In 1976, when I was twenty, I began training horses - [Consider Your Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/consider-your-horse/) - CONSIDER YOUR HORSE By Neil Davies Do you think your horse enjoys it When you tie him up to fight Do you really think he's happy As he pulls with all his might Do you think your horse is having fun When you chase him from the ground Do you really think he loves it - [Bitless Riding](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/bitless-riding/) - All around the world, people gain great pleasure from riding and handling their horses. It’s a wonderful feeling when your horse learns to co-operate and try his hardest for you. And I’m sure that the horses enjoy the mental stimulation and the exercise they receive from good training. However, your horse won’t do anything because - [How to Teach Your Horse to Step Over Obstacles](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-to-teach-your-horse-to-step-over-obstacles/) - The problem everyone has with their horse is being able to walk, trot and canter when they want, where they want, at the exact speed they want and to have their horse relaxed and confident at all times. That’s it – pure, simple and uncomplicated. Problems are never about establishing your place in some horse - [Separation Anxiety Barn Sour Herd Bound](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/separation-anxiety-barn-sour-herd-bound/) - People write to me all the time asking for help with their horses. “My horse is barn sour.” “My horse is herd bound.” “My horse has separation anxiety.” “My horse shies.” “My horse rears.” “My horse kicks.” “My horse bucks.” “How can I fix him?” No matter the problem, my answer is always the same. - [Why I Never Use a Flag on a Stick](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/why-i-never-use-a-flag-on-a-stick/) - Whenever you work with an unhandled horse or foal, the first thing you must do is get a rope around his neck. Without a rope, the horse can run away at any time. And the more frightened the horse is, the more he’ll run. Some horses will run to the point of exhaustion rather than - [Ten Horse Rules to Remember](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horse-rules-to-remember/) - 1. No matter how old your horse is, take him a treat each day and rub his head. If you do this, he’ll soon look forward to seeing you. Start each lesson by going to your horse and showing him it’s easy and pleasant to be with you. Every horse will learn to enjoy having - [How to Handle a Horse's Legs](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-to-handle-a-horse-s-legs/) - Way back in 1989, I did an exhibition at the California State Fair in Sacramento. I was the four o’clock show every day, for eighteen days. At the Fair I met Tad Griffith, one of the greatest trick riders the world has ever seen. Every day, Tad put on a fantastic Wild West show, complete - [Old Wives Tales from the Horse World](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/old-wives-tales-from-the-horse-world/) - Here are some old wives’ tales from the horse world. I’ve heard them over and over, all my life. 1. One white foot, buy him. Two white feet, try him. Three white feet, be on the sly. Four white feet, pass him by. The best horse I’ve ever ridden had four white feet. 2. Chestnut - [An Interview with Neil and Colin Dangaard](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/an-interview-with-neil-and-colin-dangaard/) - Read about Neil's philosophy in his book - [A Training Fix for You and Your Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/a-training-fix-for-you-and-your-horse/) - People always ask me for advice on how to ‘fix’ their horse. 'My horse rears/shies/kicks up/won’t leave the barn/won’t leave his friend/won’t go into the trailer…' On and on it goes and everyone wants their horse ‘fixed’. Others say: 'There’s something wrong with my horse because he lays his ears back/chases me/bites me when I - [You Must be Definite and Consistent With Your Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/you-must-be-definite-and-consistent-with-your-horse/) - You must always be definite and consistent whenever you’re with your horse and you must have definite rules. When your horse does as you ask, you must always make things relatively easy and pleasant for him. When he isn’t doing as you ask, you must make things a little unpleasant for him. These rules must - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/starting-a-horse-under-saddle/) - Following are some of the remarks people invariably make when they watch me work start a horse under saddle. “That horse is quiet. What happens when you get a wild one?” “I’ve got a colt at home you couldn’t handle like that.” “The youngsters by this stallion all buck and there’s nothing you can do - [How to Load a Horse Into a Trailer](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-to-load-a-horse-into-a-trailer/) - Loading a horse into a trailer should never be a confrontation where the horse is chased and frightened and pressure is applied until the horse eventually rushes in. Before you even think about trailer loading, every horse must be taught that it’s always easy and pleasant to step forward to you and to keep his - [No More Flags on Sticks](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/no-more-flags-on-sticks/) - Lots of trainers tie a plastic bag or a flag on the end of a stick and call it a 'training tool'. When the stick is used, the plastic bag/flag makes a whooshing noise that frightens horses every time it’s waved near them. If a horse is already worried or frightened when you approach, you - [The Super Sensitive Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/the-super-sensitive-horse/) - A horse is a very sensitive creature. He can feel the lightest touch of your hand and the slightest squeeze of your leg. He can hear the slightest rustle in the bushes and feel the smallest fly land on his back. This is how a horse is made. There’s nothing you or anyone else can - [Mouthing a Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/mouthing-a-horse/) - There’s a misconception in the horse world that you need to do something to a horse’s mouth or nose so that he’ll stop or turn. In fact, I’m often asked how I 'mouth' a young horse. My answer is always the same, “I’ve never been able to teach any horse’s mouth anything.” There’s no process - [It's What You Think That Matters](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/its-what-you-think-that-matters/) - Your attitude and how you think about horses, is the most important part of horse training. Your ability to handle horses isn’t worth a dime if your underlying thinking is flawed. Here are a few examples: 1. If you think your horse is being bad or naughty on purpose, you’ll punish him for reasons that - [Humans Are One Sided Not Horses](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/humans-are-one-sided-not-horses/) - The near-side of a horse is his left hand side when you’re sitting on his back. His off-side is his right hand side. It’s ingrained into most horse people that horses should always be handled from the near-side. We’re told to always approach and catch a horse from the near-side and to saddle, bridle and - [Your Horse Won't Forget Stressfull Experiences](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/your-horse-won-t-forget-stressfull-experiences/) - Campdrafting started to become popular in Australia in the late 1970s. I was about eighteen when I started competing at local campdrafts and like most eighteen year olds, I thought I knew everything. However, after getting cracked off (disqualified) more times than I care to remember, it finally dawned on me that maybe I didn’t - [Too Much Feed and Not Enough Work](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/too-much-feed-and-not-enough-work/) - In my grandfather’s day, horses had to earn their keep. A horse eating his head off out in the paddock wasn’t much use to anyone. Not many people could afford to keep a horse as a pet or just to ride on Sunday. Grandfather managed 'Abbotsford' at Picton, about 60 miles south west of Sydney. - [How to Overcome Horse Problems](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-to-overcome-horse-problems/) - People always ask me how to overcome horse problems or does my book cover this or that specific issue. Here are some examples: My horse: Doesn’t trust people, Is herd bound, Is barn sour, Bites when I do up the girth, Has head-tossing syndrome, Shies or Rears, Kicks and Bites, Pulls back, Bucks, Won’t back - [One Step at a Time](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/one-step-at-a-time/) - When I was about 14, people often sent ponies to us to be 'broken in'. I got the job done on weekends and after school, with my father’s help. Looking back, we took a pretty crude approach. For the first few days, we put the girth and mouthing gear on and left the pony in - [Neil's Horse Training History](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/neil-s-horse-training-history/) - NEIL'S HORSE TRAINING HISTORY By Christine Davies I’ve known Neil since he was twenty and shared his love of horses for all those years. While I rode my nicely trained (by Neil) horse five or six days each week, Neil rode at least eight or nine 'outside' horses that came to our stables for training - [How to Teach Your Horse to Tie Up](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-to-teach-your-horse-to-tie-up/) - Lots of horse owners are obsessed with the idea of tying young horses up. One of the first things they do is tie their foals to a post. When the foal pulls and fights, people often say 'It’s okay, leave him and let him pull. He’ll work it out for himself'. This makes no sense. - [Timing is of the Essence](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/timing-is-of-the-essence/) - Your timing is critical in every aspect of horse training. If you’re even a few seconds early or late with your timing, your horse won’t understand what you want and he won’t respond as you think he should. Horses learn only from the immediate result they get. You must correct your horse by making things - [Of Horse Herds and Pecking Orders](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horse-herds-and-pecking-orders/) - In every group of horses, there’s always some form of pecking order. When you feed a mob of horses in the paddock, there’s always one horse who will chase the others away so he can eat more. If you take this boss horse away, another will take his place. In the wild, a stallion keeps - [Why Your Horse Feels Soft or Hard](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/why-your-horse-feels-soft-or-hard/) - People often describe how their horse feels when they’re riding. Some say their horse is soft in the mouth and light and supple. Some say their horse is stiff and hard and they need to flex him to one side to soften his neck and poll. Others say their horse is hard in the mouth - [Training Horses Is Not a Race](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/training-horses-is-not-a-race/) - Some trainers claim they can saddle and ride every young horse in half an hour. They often time themselves and make a big deal of how quickly the horse was ridden. This makes no sense. Starting a horse under saddle isn’t a race. There’s no prize for how quickly you can ride a young horse. - [A Bit of Bit Advice](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/a-bit-of-bit-advice/) - Walk into any saddlery and you’ll see many different types of bits. There are hundreds of different types of snaffle bits – all shapes and sizes, smooth metal, rough metal, twisted wire etc etc. There are hundreds of different types of curb bits – short shanks, long shanks, spoons in the horse’s mouth, nose pieces - [Pressure and Relief in Horse Training](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/pressure-and-relief-in-horse-training/) - Most horse training is based on pressure and relief. Everyone uses pressure and relief in some way shape or form, even those who say they don’t. Pressure can be described as anything that a horse finds uncomfortable or unpleasant or worrying. No matter how slight the discomfort, unpleasantness or worry may be, it’s still pressure. - [Don't Put Human Values Onto Horses](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/don-t-put-human-values-onto-horses/) - Every horse person puts human values onto horses in some way, shape or form. We think some horses are better than others and some are prettier than others. We become attached to our horses and then we think that they love us back. We think our horses love to work for us and enjoy competing - [Dealing With Horse Problems](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/dealing-with-horse-problems/) - Many people have horse problems and lots of people think there’ll be a magic fix for their particular issue. Here are some examples: 'My horse used to be perfect but now he kicks up, bucks, rears, runs home (you name it). How can I overcome this?' If only it were that simple. If your horse - [Horsemanship](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horsemanship/) - Horsemanship is a word that’s heard a lot these days. It conjures images of immaculate horses competing at the highest level and of ‘important’ horse trainers with cowboy boots, lassoes, chaps and spurs. Sorry to disillusion everyone but horsemanship isn’t reserved for a chosen few. Horsemanship is a word that relates to every man, woman - [Horse Training it's not Rocket Science](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horse-training-it-s-not-rocket-science/) - In every aspect of training, what you want to do must always be more important to your horse than whatever he wants to do. The only way you can 'fix' any problem is for your horse to think it’s more important to do what you want than whatever he wants. Your horse must concentrate wholly - [Horse Whisperers](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horse-whisperers/) - Nothing irks me more than when people call me a Horse Whisperer. Let me say once and for all – I’m not a Horse Whisperer. There are no special gifts or secret magic powers when it comes to training horses. No-one can teach a horse by ‘whispering’ or looking into his eyes. No-one can apply - [Safety First With Horses](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/safety-first-with-horses/) - When you buy a horse, the first and foremost consideration must be your safety. Forget about the breeding, the colour, the amount of ribbons and trophies that the horse has won – all these things are pointless if the horse isn’t safe for you to ride. Many people own horses that are dangerous and unsuitable - [Make Your Horse Easy To Catch](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/make-your-horse-easy-to-catch/) - Catching horses has absolutely nothing to do with horse herds, pecking orders, respect or domination. Everyone must remember that it’s not a competition when you go to the paddock to catch your horse. Horses know nothing about winning or losing. Some horses learn to run away when they see someone coming to catch them. This - [Horse Back Riding](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horse-back-riding/) - Horse-back riding conjures up images of a loving relationship between you and a horse, with the two of you cantering off into the sunset in harmonious rapture. People often have visions of horse-back riding where their horse loves to carry them around and obeys every command smoothly and gracefully. Unfortunately, the reality is often very - [Horse Training It's Time for a Change](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horse-training-it-s-time-for-a-change/) - Everywhere I go I see older horses that are frightened of humans. Riding horses, brood mares, competition horses. Horses of all shapes and sizes, from four years old to twenty four years old. I see horses that are nervous and worried every time they’re approached, let alone handled or ridden. I’ve read that’s there’s been - [What Really Happens When Your Horse Shies](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/what-really-happens-when-your-horse-shies/) - Many times I’ve seen someone take the rug off their horse and leave it on the arena fence while they ride. When they trot around the arena, the horse takes fright of his own rug and shies as he goes past. Trainers often say 'He’s gotta get used to it. Let him stop and look - [The Leading Edge](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/the-leading-edge/) - Everyone wants to be able to lead their horse calmly alongside. Nobody wants their horse to hang back or rush in front or pull away or run over the top of them. Some trainers say humans have a bubble around them that horses aren’t allowed into. Last time I looked, I didn’t have a bubble - [Teach Your Horse to Move Forward Not Backwards](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/teach-your-horse-to-move-forward-not-backwards/) - My pet aversion is seeing people chase horses backwards on the ground. The last thing I want any horse to do is move backwards away from me to relieve pressure. Everything you ever want to do with your horse relies on moving forward, not backwards. You must have forward movement to control your horse. Forcing - [Mind Over Muscle](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/mind-over-muscle/) - If you watch a week-old foal playing in the paddock, you’ll see that he already knows how to walk, trot, canter, do flying changes, turns, spins, levade, piaffe, passage, extended trot/canter/gallop and every other movement you ever dreamed of. When we ride, the problem we have is to convince our horses to perform these movements - [Horses May Forgive You but they Never Forget](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horses-may-forgive-you-but-they-never-forget/) - Back in the early 1970s, the Megalong Valley Gymkhana was a horse event not to be missed. The gymkhana ground was just a clearing in the scrub, about two furlongs (400 metres) in length and fifty metres wide. There were flag races, bending races, pick up races and other novelty events. The main events of - [Kick the Habituation Habit](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/kick-the-habituation-habit/) - Many equine scientists say that horses must be habituated to every situation – a new stable, the saddle and girth, the headstall, bit and bridle, the saddle cloth, the rug and on and on it goes. If you ask ten different people what they mean by habituation, you’ll get ten different answers. Habituation seems to - [Be Careful of Quacks](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/be-careful-of-quacks/) - We’re often told that horses are mimics and will copy whatever their 'leader' does. I’ve seen trainers run along in a trotting motion when they want a horse to trot alongside them. Even better, when they want the horse to canter, I’ve seen trainers skip along pretending to canter, thinking that the horse will copy - [It's Between You and Your Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/it-s-between-you-and-your-horse/) - Many horse trainers make lots of money selling all sorts of gadgets and widgets. You can buy ‘special’ lasso ropes to catch your horse and ‘special’ halters to make him ‘respect’ you. There are the ‘special’ sticks with magic powers, all sorts of bridles to solve all sorts of problems and halters to ‘cure’ a - [101 Uses for Your Most Valuable Training Tool](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/101-uses-for-your-most-valuable-training-tool/) - The first thing I do with every horse is go to him and rub his head. I teach him that life is easy and pleasant when he has his head with me. This is the most important thing you can teach any horse. Next, I teach her to stand and keep her head with me - [Natural Horsemanship](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/name/) - Many horse people like to think they are at one with nature. They feel it’s perfectly natural to chase a horse in a round yard. They have a warm fuzzy feeling about being a member of the horse herd. When their horse eventually faces them or follows them, it appeals to their 'inner spirit' to - [Be Careful What You Reward](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/be-careful-what-you-reward/) - When you work with your horse, you must be very careful which behaviours you reward. It’s very easy to reward undesirable behaviours without even knowing that you’ve done so. At a recent campdraft, I watched a lady trotting her horse around in the warm-up area. When her horse slowed down to look at a garbage - [It's Always Up To You](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/it-s-always-up-to-you/) - Training horses isn’t easy. When you set out to train a horse, the plain fact is that you’re going to have problems at some point. Different problems will arise at different stages with different horses. No two horses have the same experiences and handling. Every horse will react slightly differently in any given situation. You - [Be a Switched On Horseman](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/be-a-switched-on-horseman/) - One way to communicate with your horse is to apply pleasantness or withdraw pleasantness. Another way to communicate with your horse is to apply pressure or relieve pressure. When you think about it realistically, these are the only tools we have and the only tools we need, for every training situation. When you use these - [Teach Your Horse to Enjoy a Head Rub](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/teach-your-horse-to-enjoy-a-head-rub/) - People often say “but my horse doesn’t like having his head rubbed”. I know this is true in many cases. No horse likes having his head rubbed when he’s first handled. Every horse will be worried when your hand first comes near his head and ears. If a horse doesn’t like having his head rubbed, - [For Horses' Sake, Keep it Simple](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/for-horses-sake-keep-it-simple/) - Over the years, I’ve always read everything I could lay my hands on about horses and horse training. Many authors make horse training sound very complicated. Sometimes I can’t make head nor tail of the complicated explanations of how and why horses do certain things. Countless books and articles talk in depth about the anatomy - [In Defence of the Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/in-defence-of-the-horse/) - When a horse is frightened, his first means of defence is to run away. When a frightened horse is cornered and can’t escape, he’ll instinctively defend himself by kicking, striking, biting or bucking. These aren’t signs of aggression, they’re simply signs that a horse is frightened and can see no other way out of the - [Whoa Boy, Whoa](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/whoa-boy-whoa/) - When a horse pulls back, the first thing someone does is yell 'Whoa boy, whoa'. When a horse bucks or takes fright you hear the same thing, 'Whoa, boy, whoa'. When a horse falls or becomes tangled in a fence, you hear it again, 'Whoa, whoa, settle down'. You’ve probably heard this a thousand times. - [Too Many Horses Can't Cope](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/too-many-horses-can-t-cope/) - Due to bad handling and bad training, thousands of horses never reach their full potential. Many horses don’t make it past the 'breaking in' stage. Many others are 'blown up' by the use of too much pressure and too much force during their training. These days, trainers everywhere chase horses with flags, ropes and tarps. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle Isn't Rodeo](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-isn-t-rodeo/) - If you go to a rodeo and ride a bucking horse for eight seconds, you could be in the money. Eight seconds is all it takes and that’s not very long. Count it out and see. Rodeo horses only have to work for eight seconds, once or twice a week. A rodeo horse is allowed - [A Horse's Memory](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/a-horse-s-memory/) - A lady bought a horse to one of my clinics and said, 'I’m having trouble with flying changes. Can you teach him to change leads for me. I’m doing dressage and I need flying changes.' There are many steps that lead to a correct flying change. Your horse must be able to walk, trot and - [Don't Follow the Leader](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/don-t-follow-the-leader/) - There are about 23 million people in Australia and about 75 million sheep. If you drive out into the countryside, you’ll soon see sheep in the paddock. It’s common to see a flock of sheep heading across the landscape. One sheep starts off for a drink or a feed and a hundred others follow blindly. - [The Horse's Point of View Vs The Human Point of View](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/the-horse-s-point-of-view-vs-the-human-point-of-view/) - Most people feel apprehensive when they start a horse under saddle. The last thing they want to do is actually get on the horse’s back, because they’re worried he might buck. So they spend days and sometimes weeks chasing horses with waving flags and flapping tarps. They saddle horses and drive them in long reins - [Ground Lessons For Every Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/ground-lessons-for-every-horse/) - This video shows the basic ground lessons you can teach every horse.Learn more here: - [How to lunge a horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-to-lunge-a-horse/) - If you want to learn how to lunge a horse, don’t use a round yard; your horse will simply run round and round the fence without learning anything. To lunge a horse, start in a twenty foot square yard with a plain headstall and lead rope on your horse. Teach him to walk a circle - [Don't Sit On The Fence](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/don-t-sit-on-the-fence/) - I watched a horse starting competition on video the other day. One of the trainers left his saddle in the round yard with the horse, explaining that this allowed the horse to look at the saddle and get ‘used to’ it. When the horse walked over and sniffed the saddle, the crowd clapped as though - [Excuses, Excuses](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/excuses-excuses/) - I watched a TV show the other night where a film crew followed rodeo contestants through a season of competition. The programme featured bull riders, saddle bronc riders, bareback riders and two barrel racing ladies. One of these ladies had a problem. About half way through the season, her horse started knocking over the second - [Don't Follow the Herd](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/don-t-follow-the-herd/) - There’s a big debate in the horse training world about whether you should be the ‘alpha’ mare, the ‘lead’ mare, the ‘boss’ stallion or the ‘submissive’ horse. Trainers have allegedly camped out in the bush for months on end to study the behaviour of wild horse herds. They say that observing horses in their natural - [Here's The Rub](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/here-s-the-rub/) - My wife Christine always spent lots of time rubbing and scratching her horses. Our grey horse ‘Kip’ soon learned to come to her and present the spot that he wanted rubbed or scratched. Sometimes it was his rump, sometimes his ribs, withers, neck or head. He’d back up to Chris to have his tail scratched. - [Advance and Retreat and Learning Theory](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/advance-and-retreat-and-learning-theory/) - In my opinion, advance and retreat is the key to introducing everything to every horse without frightening them. Equally, when a horse has previously been frightened by a specific item, advance and retreat must be used to overcome the bad experience.When advance and retreat is used, two components of learning theory are at work: Negative - [The Horse as a Prey Animal](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/the-horse-as-a-prey-animal/) - Every time I pick up a horse magazine, I read that horses are prey animals and humans are predators. Many articles say horses are ‘naturally’ afraid of humans because humans are predators. Others say it’s ‘natural’ for a horse to buck when the saddle is introduced, because a ‘dead animal’ is being strapped onto their - [How to Catch a Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-to-catch-a-horse/) - If you walk into the paddock and your horse runs away, guess what? Your horse isn’t bad, naughty or disrespectful. It’s absolutely nothing to do with being his leader or showing him that you’re the alpha horse. The plain fact is, your horse is worried and nervous and doesn’t want to come near you. Never - [Teach your horse to stop](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/teach-your-horse-to-stop/) - We should try to use as little unpleasantness as possible at every phase of horse training. Everyone thinks horses stop when you pull on the reins. However, before you apply pressure on the bit, bring your legs on and sit in the stand and relax position. If your horse is ‘giving’ and ‘listening’, he’ll understand - [Starting a horse under saddle. See the difference](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-see-the-difference/) - This was filmed in Australia in 1989. I've been dong this for a long time. Learn more here ‍ - [Round Pen Myths and Legends](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/round-pen-myths-and-legends/) - There are many stories about round yards and chasing horses. One story often told is that if you chase your horse in a round yard, you enter the ‘mystical’ world of the horse herd. You become the dominant horse in a magical herd of two. When your horse eventually comes to you, it’s supposedly because - [The Buck Stops Here](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/the-buck-stops-here/) - A couple of friends of mine... I’ll call them Chris and Macca – because these are their names, looked at a horse to buy the other day. The mare was eight years old and hadn’t been ridden for two or three months. Macca saddled the mare, hopped aboard and trotted around. "Canter her so I - [The Truth About Desensitisation](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/the-truth-about-desensitisation/) - The most misunderstood part of horse training is the idea that you have to get horses 'used to' new things. Many trainers advocate to keep exposing horses to things that frighten them and they'll eventually 'get used to it'. Others say, when a horse is frightened of something, just keep frightening him with it and - [Teach your horse to mooove forward](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/teach-your-horse-to-mooove-forward/) - If you want to move a horse or cow forward, you must apply pressure on his rear end in the ‘flight zone’. Pressure in front of the ‘point of balance’ will move a horse or cow backwards. This is a very simple concept. However, most horse people try to teach a horse to lead by - [You Don't Have to get Your Horse Used to Anything](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/you-don-t-have-to-get-your-horse-used-to-anything/) - Here’s a scenario to ponder: A person who’s never even been near a horse before, attends his first riding lesson. The teacher says, 'Welcome, we’ll start by putting you on a horse that bucks. Don’t worry, just work your way through it. We'll teach you coping skills and tomorrow you can do it again. After - [Your most valuable training tool](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/your-most-valuable-training-tool/) - Everyone looks for a magic fix to ‘cure’ their horse problems. Plenty of people will sell you a ‘magic’ halter, stick, lead rope, bit or some other contraption. None of them will really help. No contraption ever invented will teach your horse to be relaxed, confident and ready to learn. I’m going to tell you about the most valuable - [Groupthink in the horse world](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/groupthink-in-the-horse-world/) - Here’s a quote from a scientific magazine. Although it’s written for social psychologists, it also applies to the horse world. 'Social psychologists, of all academics, should be particularly alert to the dangers of epistemological homogeneity, or groupthink as some prefer to call it. They would be aware of the errors that can pollute the group’s - [Horse Problems](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horse-problems/) - It’s interesting to read of the problems people have with their horses and the advice given. In a lifetime of working with horses, the problems haven’t changed and unfortunately, the thinking about horses hasn’t changed much either. People think they need to make a horse ‘soft in the face’ or ‘control his hindquarters’ or chase - [Teaching a horse to move forward and give](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/teaching-a-horse-to-move-forward-and-give/) - A horse that’s confident and relaxed thinks on a very simple level. When you tap your horse on the rump or touch him with your leg or spur, he moves forward and the tapping, leg or spur stops. Your horse soon learns how to make you stop tapping or spurring – just move forward and - [Always aim for perfection but be happy with improvement](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/always-aim-for-perfection-but-be-happy-with-improvement/) - At every stage of every horse’s education, you should always aim to improve. Even if you’re walking a circle, aim for a ‘perfect’ circle – where the horse walks the exact track you ask, at the exact speed you ask, with the exact bend you ask. This may sound easy but it’s actually very difficult. - [The Road to the Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/the-road-to-the-horse/) - I just watched a DVD of the Road to the Horse. A revolution in horse training it isn’t. At the end of the event, not one of the horses could even walk a circle in a confident and relaxed manner. There was an obsession with harassing horses with tarps, flags and ropes. It went on - [Sue Fyfe Starting her Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/sue-fyfe-starting-her-horse/) - Hi NeilThanks so much for sharing your knowledge. I have your book and both the foal handling and starting under saddle videos which I followed as closely as I could. My little colt had attitude and was a biter and kicker right from his first week but we got through that. He's now 2 and - [Safety First for Horses](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/safety-first-for-horses/) - If you want to handle horses, you must have good facilities. Horses can always find 100 different ways to injure themselves. If your fences and yards aren’t up to scratch, you can bet your horse will find a way to cut himself or become tangled in something. I’ve seen horse studs spend millions of dollars - [It's Nice to be Nice to Your Horse](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/it-s-nice-to-be-nice-to-your-horse/) - I grew up on a dairy farm in the 1960’s. We milked about 100 cows which was quite a big herd in those days. When I was eleven years old, one of my jobs after school was to feed the calves. There were about 20 calves fed by hand from the time they were a - [My Horse has a 'Cold Back'. What Can I Do?](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/my-horse-has-a-cold-back-whay-can-i-do/) - Question from a reader: "I'm about to lease a horse, who the owners say is 'cold-backed'. Apparently he dips or humps his back when first under saddle, sometimes bucks, and is better when you lunge him for a bit before mounting. Is this a physical (medical) thing, or a training/behavioural issue? Any suggestions?" Sue, via - [Fifty Years of Experience With Horses](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/fifty-years-of-experience-with-horses/) - When I handle their horses, people often say 'It’s ok for you, you have a special gift.' This isn’t true. I wasn’t born with any gift for handling horses. I know what I know from a lifetime of riding and handling thousands of different horses. Every horse taught me something and a lot of owners - [The Horse's Way or The Highway](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/the-horses-way-or-the-highway/) - I’ve seen many of the big name trainers working with horses and I don’t agree with much of what they do or what they say. I don’t agree with harassing horses with ropes and flags or letting horses buck with the saddle or roping their legs or chasing them around until they’re sweating and distressed. - [How to Overcome Shying](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-to-overcome-shying/) - One of the most misunderstood problems that people have with their horse is shying. There are all sorts of old wives tales about why horses shy and what to do about it. Lots of trainers say that the best thing to do for shying is allow the horse to stop and look so he can - [Your Safety is the Most Important Thing](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/your-safety-is-the-most-important-thing/) - A friend of mine recently bought a stock horse mare at the local horse sale. 'I got a bargain,' he said. 'She’s only seven years old and she goes great. Let me show you.' He rode the mare around and she danced and pranced and jigged and jogged and was very nervous and worried. She - [How to Teach Your Horse to Give](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-to-teach-your-horse-to-give/) - Giving is a state of mind. It’s not a physical condition whereby a horse carries his head low and feels soft in your hand. When a horse is ‘giving’ it means he’s relaxed, listening, moving forward and trying his hardest for you. To teach a horse to give, he must first be taught to move - [Be an Unflappable Horseman](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/be-an-unflappable-horseman/) - At every level of training, every horse has a threshold where his flight or fight response overrules his logical thinking process. Your horse may jump when he hears a noise or he may shy when he sees something. A badly handled horse will rush away at the slightest distraction and be constantly nervous and worried. - [Don't get in a flap. Say Neigh to Tarps and Flags](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/don-t-get-in-a-flap-say-neigh-to-tarps-and-flags/) - Recently I watched a famous trainer harassing a horse with a tarp. The horse was snorting and ‘taking fright’ of the tarp and was obviously very worried. 'I’ve been doing this for a few months now,' the trainer said. 'I’ll keep at him until he gives up. I may wear out a few tarps but - [Feedback](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/feedback/) - Our feedback is both heartwarming and encouraging. I'd like to share this letter that arrived in the mail today. Dear Neil, Thank you and your wife, without whom I doubt you could have written us another book. I can only imagine your frustrations between books. I am stunned when people comment on our horses / - [Neil's Book is Unique, by Joan Klenger](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/horse-training-books/) - Review Fear-Free Horse Training Every Step of the Way By Joan Klenger We live in a Hurry Up Quick world, moving a million miles a minute. We are inundated with information, a constant barrage of data, so much detail, in fact, that there isn’t really enough time to stop and think about what we’re - [No Method, No Worries](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/no-method-no-worries/) - A fellow rang the other day to buy a copy of my book. 'I need it straight away because I’m breaking-in my horse and tomorrow I have to tie him up and put the bit on for the first time. Everyone says I have to tie him up before I ride him. Is the book - [Respect and Horse Training](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/respect-and-horse-training/) - Fear is the biggest factor to overcome when you train horses. It’s very difficult to teach any horse anything at all when he’s frightened. When a horse is frightened and confused, he’ll do whatever it takes to try and escape. This may include kicking, striking, biting, pulling back, rushing away or bucking. These behaviours are - [Desensitisation Doesn't Make Sense](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/desensitisation-doesn-t-make-sense/) - A common theme doing the rounds at the moment is that you must desensitise certain parts of a horse and sensitise other parts, in order to ride him and control him. Apparently, you must desensitise his girth area so he won’t buck and you must sensitise his mouth so he stops. You must desensitise his - [How To Be a Noted Horseperson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/how-to-be-a-noted-horseperson/) - My wife Christine has been a music teacher ever since she left school. She’s taught hundreds of people to play piano, keyboard, piano accordion and organ. I’d never had much interest in learning a musical instrument until a couple of years ago when Chris arrived home with a $25 tremolo harmonica. I picked it up - [For Horse's Sake, Keep it Short and Sweet](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/for-horse-s-sake-keep-it-short-and-sweet/) - One of my grandfather’s favourite sayings was 'Work beats the best of them, man or beast'. He firmly believed that if you were having trouble with a horse or a man, the best thing to do was to work them to the point of exhaustion. When I was a kid, Billy Wilkie was another old - [The Best Laid Plans](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/the-best-laid-plans/) - When I trained horses for a living, I rode between eight and fifteen horses every day. Each horse was at a different stage of training and each horse reacted differently on any particular day. Half the time I couldn’t even remember where I was up to with them. It didn’t matter because each horse soon - [Give a Little Bit](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/give-a-little-bit/) - When I was about fourteen, one of my chores after school was to exercise our racehorse. My father always said, 'Just sit quietly and canter him up the hill. Don’t take hold of him. He’ll pull if you take a firm grip and you won’t be able to hold him.' I can remember the horse - [Respect or Confidence](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/respect-or-confidence/) - There are a few key words that we should all think about every time we train our horses. 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Thank you Neil - [Nathan Smith, Forbes, NSW, Australia](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/nathan-smith-forbes-nsw-australia/) - Got it. LOVE IT. WORTH IT! - [Susan Perryman, Australia](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/susan-perryman-australia/) - I purchased your book recently, because my Australian Stock Horse started to refuse float loading late last year. Short story- in the last week of daily training he is now loading straight up, with a reward of a carrot when on and done. Tomorrow we will be lifting up the ramp. Thank you. - [Leah Harradine](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/leah-harradine/) - Love this book, always a go to when things go pear shaped - [Kay Ryder](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kay-ryder/) - Brilliant book, always being referred to!! - [Mark Blackie](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/mark-blackie/) - Neil, you saved my life. I have educated over 500 thoroughbreds to the saddle for their 1st time in my life and not 1 of them bucked. I learnt your way in 1995 at a class you did on Racecourse Road Cambridge New Zealand and have used your way ever since. Even done 62 breakers - [Andrew Ost](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/andrew-ost/) - Buy his book for your horse. It is full of common sense and great tips for training. I knew nothing about horses and got all sorts of advice from people, even vets told me to scare them to help them. The book is clear and easy to follow, and if you really like horses rather - [Stewart Geiger](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/stewart-geiger/) - I bought the book and the “Starting a Horse Under Saddle Online Clinic,” for my Daughter for a late Christmas present. In the last 10 days she has implemented it on her 2yr old filly with amazing results. I’ve been around horses all my life and Neil’s system just makes sense and the proof is - [Wernard Broodryk](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/wernard-broodryk/) - The best horse training book you will find anywhere! - [Mieke Bestbier](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/mieke-bestbier/) - Absolutely love this book. Easy to follow. After reading this book, eveything just clicks into place more while working with your horse. - [Christina Kraj](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/christina-kraj/) - I love this book. It helped me with my horse so much. I go back to it and reread it often. - [Richard Mulcahy](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/richard-mulcahy/) - Probably one of the best I’ve met and competed against. Other clinicians tell you that they don’t have to prove anything to anyone. Neil was one of the toughest competitors I had to compete against… Terrific and humble horseman that won’t make you buy a product, that you don’t need to fill his bank account! - [Suzanne Evan](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/suzanne-evan/) - I have this book absolutely fantastic training tool. - [Dave Reynolds](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/dave-reynolds/) - The best horse book I have ever read. It just makes sense when you read it. - [Shelley Ramstein](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/shelley-ramstein/) - Well worth the price. Nicely written and photos. Definitely a wealth of common sense humane training. Glad I purchased! - [Susan Pollock](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/susan-pollock/) - This book is so worth every penny. Neil Davies explains his approach to fear-free horse training in a straightforward, comprehensive, logical manner that's easy to read and follow. I even found it quite calming just reading his book! I'm sure every horse would respond positively to his approach and be grateful for Neil's insights and - [Pam King](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/pam-king/) - This is necessary reading to having a horse. Or should be! - [Jenny Pate](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/jenny-pate/) - The Book of Common Sense. - [Bob Lawrence](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/bob-lawrence/) - I started studying Neil Davies over 30 years ago. His methods make it simple for horses to understand. - [Jeannie Littlewood](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/jeannie-littlewood/) - I went to one of your clinics many years ago. I have always adopted your approach with my horses, and of course, with success. I remember "Little Digger", and I purchased "Lubra" from your dad, and I placed in many campdrafts with that great black mare. 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If you can only read one book on how to work with your horse then read this one!! Please! For the horses. - [Glenn Perry – Queensland Australia](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/glenn-perry-queensland-australia/) - G'day Neil , Just wanted to say that I think the Fear-free Horse Training book is bloody excellent. I'm not a horse trainer but I've certainly made so so many mistakes while working with my horses. I'm now slowly getting myself sorted and calmed down. Thanks for sharing a lifetimes worth of knowledge and learning - [Tuesday Rennie](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/tuesday-rennie/) - I can never say enough good about Neil!!! I’ve worked with horses my whole life and 2 years ago received his book. It changed my world!!! I have found my life with horses so much easier. And his number 1 rule (rubbing your horse's head) works like a charm. 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Lovely, gentle, cooperative, willing and brave horses has for me, always been the outcome. Thank you Neil, you changed my life for the better and helped me - [Annette McFadgen](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/annette-mcfadgen/) - Love this book Neil. I have followed to the letter and so far have had great success my foal. She is now a yearling, and loves everyone, and is inquisitive about everything. I re -read bits as I get to different stages so I get it right ( as much as I can). The float - [Suz Lloyd](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/suz-lloyd/) - Your knowledge and advice is not measurable Neil. My little Welsh Cob Ivy and I are developing such a beautiful trusting bond by following your approach. Stand at float and encourage - rub head - no step backwards or halter pressure applied. Then step forward - rub head - and voila - she walks on - [Anthony Fletcher](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/anthony-fletcher/) - This man is a encyclopaedia on handling any discipline with horses , if only there were more out there like him. - [Erin Coats](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/erin-coats/) - Just recieved the book...its changed my whole way of thinking..after 40 years of riding .. amazing. - [Belinda Seiboth](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/belinda-seiboth-2/) - I have always felt there was a better way for the horse to be educated, this is it. You have allowed me to grow into a better educator for my horses. - [Sue Fyfe](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/sue-fyfe/) - Hi Neil Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge. I have your book and both the foal handling and starting under saddle videos which I followed as closely as I could. My little colt had attitude and was a biter and kicker right from his first week but we got through that. This is where - [Lianne Van Kerchof](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/lianne-van-kerchof-2/) - I just love how sensible this is. The book is full of no-nonsense, common sense info. - [Valerie Evans](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/valerie-evans/) - Just wanted to say thank you. Your info has taken me beyond what I could have imagined with horses, and in life overall. At 38 yrs old I bought a horse that was way out of my skill level (I had only ridden cow ponies on ranches off and on as a kid). My first - [Vickie Griffis](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/vickie-griffis-2/) - The money I invested in the Starting a Horse Under Saddle Online Clinic is proving to be one of the best things I have ever done to help me become a better horseman. 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The difference in my horses speaks volumes for you as well. - [Robin Watson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/robin-watson-2/) - I enrolled in your Starting a Horse Under Saddle Online Clinic. For the last few weeks, I’ve used your method to work with my Gypsy Vanner, Pistol, who is a 3 year old gelding. I’m so pleased with how fast he is learning and how I, now, recognize when he is “worried” versus when he - [Niomie Kruger](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/niomie-kruger-2/) - Get the Book SO worth it. just received mine the other day & I luv it, learning so many new things as a first time trainer for my yearling . You will get farther by doing less & end up with greater results in a much shorter time. - [Oscar Wells](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/oscar-wells-3/) - I bought this book for a young girl that owns a horse. I all ready own the book and I told her this is my bible when it comes to horses. I have spread the word all over Facebook and in Missouri. Thank you again. My two appys, a filly and a colt are 7 - [Haillie Buckley](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/haillie-buckley-2/) - Buying Neil’s book and reading from cover to cover AND actually applying completely transformed my horse – and me! Thanks Neil. Can’t endorse this approach enough. - [Sarah Van De Sandt](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/sarah-van-de-sandt-2/) - Already taken your advice on spooking – Fantastic! Distraction and getting the horse to do other stuff as soon as the gait slowed and the head went up – worked so well – without horse or rider getting to the point of being scared and wanting to bail out! Thanks for another addition to my - [Kelly Bek](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kelly-bek-2/) - Just received my book and loving it! Even chapters that I thought might not apply to me as much (such as starting a foal – as I don’t have one) I still read it through, and came across some very helpful advice and knowledge that I’ll be using with my gelding who’s not a baby - [Ralph Livingstone](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ralph-livingstone-2/) - Hello Neil! I’ve just read your book and want to tell you how wonderful it is. I’ve ordered a second copy this morning. I’ve read over 100 books on training/eqitation/horsemanship and yours is simple the best of all of them. I train young thoroughbreds and have immediately put your approach to a real world test - [Shirley Robinson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/shirley-robinson-2/) - This is an excellent book. 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It just makes so much sense. - [Carol Conklin](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/carol-conklin/) - I like the slow gentle, approach to a confident horse and the compassion shown for horses.... - [Mariana Martin](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/mariana-martin/) - I have been using Neil’s training advice since our foal’s birth and seeing great results! - [Marianne Horscraft](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/marianne-horscraft/) - Because it is always logical, common sense and so so right! Love it. - [Sonja Dake](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/sonja-dake/) - Clear concise kind advice on having a cooperative relationship with horses instead of brute force old time techniques. - [Rebecca Anderson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/rebecca-anderson/) - I have recommended Mr Davie's blog posts and book to several friends. His fear-free approach is refreshing and it works, too. We need to get back to this kind of horsemanship. I am grateful that Mr Davies has shared his lifetime of horse knowledge and training with us. - [Joanne Bridge](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/joanne-bridge/) - Your thought process on how the horse thinks and your approach as to how horses reason is so spot on that more people need to hear from you and see your training methods. - [Crystal](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/crystal/) - It makes sense and it works every time! - [Cindi Greene](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/cindi-greene/) - It is a kind, gentle, compassionate way to train. - [Lulu Kane](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/lulu-kane/) - I read your book and find the approach so simple to follow. The regular emails with tips are amazing and I can now hack out alone and if he is spooky I no longer freeze but take control and make him listen to me. We are regularly in the ribbons now when I compete. - [Kim Elsey](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kim-elsey/) - I love what I read! If ever I need advice there's always something I can find to help me resolve a problem! ❤️ - [Joseph Pryor](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/joseph-pryor/) - It teaches patience with regards to what ever horse you are working with and also teaches yourself patience. - [Wendy Preston](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/wendy-preston/) - I love the book, easy to read and then see results on my horse. - [Ainslie Clough](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ainslie-clough/) - It makes me think of other ways to do things. To look at things from a different perspective. Sometime that's just what I need to change instead of following. - [Susan Brooks](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/susan-brooks/) - I am no expert with horses and have seen various techniques in use but with grave reservations. Fear-free Training fits my view of the world and having tried in a small way some of Neil's processes I am truly convinced. I recommended Fear-free to a friend who had had an unfortunate experience and she was - [Carla Mitrov](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/carla-mitrov/) - Gentle training and working with the horse not against it. Everything works and is all easy to understand simple and very effective. - [Karen Phillips](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/karen-phillips/) - Simple and effective ways to enhance our relationship with our horses. - [Cecilia Marlborough](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/cecilia-marlborough/) - Neil's experience, his common sense and knowledge helped me in my journey with horses. - [Pamela Schuessler](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/pamela-schuessler/) - I’m using Neil’s techniques on a 4 yo Arabian gelding that has been traumatized by being handled in a heavy handed manner. He is gaining trust and confidence and is settling down over time. Thanks for the tips! We don’t have to follow the crowd! - [Jan Rees](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/jan-rees/) - Sensible, kind methods which reap rewards in the long term. Easy to follow. - [Ann Swan](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ann-swan/) - Been working on your training and results quite positive. - [Tim Claire](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/tim-claire/) - Great training practices. - [Marilyn Wileman](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/marilyn-wileman/) - I totally agree with this philosophy. It’s all about the horse which is how it should be. - [Debbie Hordos](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/debbie-hordos/) - Since I have read Neil’s book - I know that rubbing my horses head has been calming to him. I am grateful that I found out about Neil’s philosophy on horse training. I believe it is a better life for horses. - [Ralph Pedersen](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ralph-pedersen/) - Great, straight forward, logical training advice. - [Janine McGowan](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/janine-mcgowan/) - Gives the best results, I believe. Makes absolute sense. - [Jennifer](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/jennifer/) - I like the way you train, as well as it is straight forward and easy to follow. - [Lisa S.](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/lisa-s/) - I love the approach that Neil takes in communicating with the horses. It has helped me take a frightened, abused, ‘quirky’, 20 year old horse to a horse that is will to do just about anything for me. She is not head shy and ‘flighty’ any longer. She stands quietly and moves smoothly. I’m so - [Jacqui Beaumont](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/jacqui-beaumont/) - Neil’s methods really work. Regardless of your horses age, training level or mindset, fear free training enables both horse and rider to connect so much better than with the older, more traditional and “frightening” measures. I have learned so much about working with my horses (from newborn foals to older competition horses), and now feel - [Jeanette Butterfield](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/jeanette-butterfield/) - Fantastic reference source from a man that truly understands horses. Highly recommended. - [Heidi Grosen](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/heidi-grosen/) - Good sound advice that makes sende and is easy to put into practise. - [Aja Kinninment](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/aja-kinninment/) - Because Neil understands horses and he explains things so simply that anyone can understand him Bit by bit Neil is making the world a better place for horses all over and that in itself is priceless. Thank you Neil. - [Emma Pike](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/emma-pike/) - The lessons were clear and easy to follow and i love that its not about gadgets or tricks but most importantly building a great relationship with your horse so you'll enjoy being together. - [Aletta Duff](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/aletta-duff/) - I have been using your methods with our young horse now 4, and he has made such progress without any fear, taking everything in his stride. - [John Davis](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/john-davis/) - I have been following your method for some time now and at 68 years old have completly changed my outlook on training. This method is so much better for horse and trainer. Will continue to use your method Neil thank you for enlightening me. - [Sylvie Hand](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/sylvie-hand/) - Love the common sense approach; and the horse’s well-being is the priority. - [Ann Johnstone](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ann-johnstone/) - Everything I have read makes complete sense. It is so lovely to have this way of training that is so kind and fear free. I have put a lot of things into practice with my own horses and I can proudly say they are a credit. Thank you. - [Mick Gleeson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/mick-gleeson/) - I used to Rodeo back in the seventies,competed in Western and Stockhorse events and Campdrafting and over the years have adopted a lot of the American trends with flags and join up etc.Neils method is without doubt THE very best in my opinion because it is literally,''Fear Free'.The horse remain calm and relaxed throughout the - [Christine Warde](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/christine-warde/) - Common sense training for the horses which uses kindness and is not complicated for horse or rider. So similar to the training I had as a young woman which is great for me. There are so many new and supposedly better ways now that it can become confusing (we all need things to be more - [Chris Piscopo](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/chris-piscopo/) - Have used this method with my foal, and has worked well. - [Michelle Gray](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/michelle-gray/) - I have always believed that a frightened horse is a dangerous horse so, as giving your horse reasons to be calm and confident when they're with you is at the centre of this method, it makes sense that it will produce safer, more reliable horses. - [Debbie](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/debbie/) - book has sensible achievable methods - [Kim Alexander](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kim-alexander/) - Common sense, horse-wise and person-wise, step by step building of respect and trust and expectation. Seems ethically correct and kind to give all ages of horse questions they can answer, without causing a meltdown, being chased or being rushed. Rushing anything is very unfair to every horse. Daily routine and practise of the techniques in - [Helen Duncan](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/helen-duncan/) - I have been following Neil’s training methods and have found them invaluable when working with my own horse. - [Marilee Lazar](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/marilee-lazar/) - It is giving me positive results on my filly by using the book as a guide . - [Wendy Hollart](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/wendy-hollart/) - Common sense approach, well explained book that focuses on straight forward training strategies for young horses and remedial behaviour in older horses. All the explanations are clear and instructions easy to follow. The methods are kind and that the horse can understand. A must have on the horses owners book shelf. - [Meike Raasche](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/meike-raasche/) - It is easy, no nonsense and works. - [Michelle Bishop](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/michelle-bishop/) - Common sense. Kind to the animal and it works. - [Allison Patterson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/allison-patterson/) - This man talks sense! I like the way he explains each and every action regarding the horse and the owners. - [Caroline Anstey](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/caroline-anstey/) - Clear instructions on how to get the best out of your horse . - [Bruce Kefford](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/bruce-kefford/) - Your training approach is kind, effective, straight forward and it works. Thank you so much. - [Shanette Ballard](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/shanette-ballard/) - Everything that I have read for. 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I love your approach that it’s a partnership and not a - [Gavin Brown](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/gavin-brown/) - Fear free training is how I want to train my horses, it has long lasting effects for a good relationship for me, my family and the wellbeing of the horses I train. - [Lesley Cargill](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/lesley-cargill/) - The advice is so practical and down to earth, at the very heart of it is kindness but never sentimentality. - [Jan Farrar](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/jan-farrar/) - Neil's gentle and sensible approach for training is the best I have encountered. - [Cherie](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/cherie/) - Suitable for my mare post a bad experience, method worked fast. Suitable for my weanling, he's perfect. 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Thank you Neil so much. - [Michelle Koster-crockford](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/michelle-koster-crockford/) - Because the book is easy and straightforward to read along with step by step pictures to support the traing. A fantastic book and Neil is absolutely spot on with his experience and knowledge on how to treat horses and make a friend for life. Thank you Neil. - [Karen Stuart](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/karen-stuart/) - I have watched regularly for pointers and has helped me with training my boys. - [Sue Brooks](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/sue-brooks/) - Having watched and read the info that you put out and tried it, it works! And therefore I have no hesitation over sharing with people in the appropriate mind set. - [Bev Watson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/bev-watson/) - I like the gentle, practical approach. Have adopted the head rub and walking a circle with good effect with a 10 year old ridden horse and with a non ridden miniature. - [Louise Stone](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/louise-stone/) - I am finding that everything you teach and offer makes complete sense. It takes time, even if it is just 5 mins at feed time or when I'm walking by, and its creating confidence and teaching me patience in the process. Its all about the horse first, once he's confident, mine is increased as well. - [Jodi Dewick](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/jodi-dewick/) - Neil explains things in a very simple user-friendly way and has the horses welfare and best interests first and foremost. My horses have all responded to the way I work with them by using Neil's methods. I could not be happier with the results. 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It puts into words the feeling of the importance of being able to train the horse when it is emotionally ready to go and communicate with. I was very happy about the book and it was signed by the author! It is a different doctrine while being simple and logical. - [Chris Cole Cole](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/chris-cole-cole/) - The methods are just so easy sensible and safe, for horse and owner. - [Kate Small](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kate-small/) - I love your straight forward no nonsense approach, and it all makes so much sense, I have never tied up legs etc either, and have followed your practices since the early days, like early 90s! - [Michelle Parker](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/michelle-parker/) - I love the way you explain everything and how you are against the harsher methods of training. I've never agreed with those ways of working with horses and I truly hope more people out there start thinking the same way and if your method can help even one more person to change their way of - [Karen Morgan](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/karen-morgan/) - Sensible thinking, no cons, no gimmicks, if you understand it all makes sense. - [Matt Tapley](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/matt-tapley/) - After just a few days of spending time with my horses, I could see a huge difference in the way that they behaved. Not only did I learn from the techniques but when I cut back on their feed like Neil suggested that was always a major change in the way they behaved. 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Thank you Neil. - [Ian Martin](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ian-martin/) - Very informative material. - [Sarndra Matthews](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/sarndra-matthews/) - Alot of commonsense. I love the easy to understand language that I could go out and implement straight away. Awesome. - [Beverly Tomlinson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/beverly-tomlinson/) - After going to many different trainers and not finding what I was looking for I have read Neil's book "Fear-Free Horse Training" and purchased his online video "Fundamentals Online Clinic", this is what I have been searching for all these years. - [Michelle Meara-Fletcher](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/michelle-meara-fletcher/) - I believe that this book aligns with how I believe a horse should be treated & trained. 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I just wish these so called professionals that don't use their own brain to work out why they have different outcomes than Neil Davies would ask themselves Why? Humans demand respect from others. Why not show respect to our four legged friends. A big Thank You for putting your - [Ruth McMinn](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ruth-mcminn/) - The approach is very horse orientated and reminds us that we have to find the right way to handle and communicate with horses, from their point of view, not ours. - [Ann Growley](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ann-growley/) - Easy to understand,& it worked with an older TWH gelding! He loves his head rubs now! - [Bettina McLeod](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/bettina-mcleod/) - I already have recommended it to friends! - [Nicky Plummer](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/nicky-plummer/) - I purchased Neil Davies book "Fear-free Horse Training" and it is the best piece of horse "tack" I have bought. 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The results are a testament to you! - [Hayley Reed](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/hayley-reed/) - I like the theories and the practices as they really work. - [Kirsty Du toit](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kirsty-du-toit/) - Revolutionised all the training methods I’ve been taught. Back to just listening and being consistent with every single thing I do. Gentle but clear messages for my horse without all of this “leader” BS. Thank you Neil! - [Denise Wileman](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/denise-wileman/) - Neil's book offers a simplistic and informative guide to a step by step kind and understanding way to teach your horse. - [Olivia Heywood](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/olivia-heywood/) - I have already recommended it to a friend! My horse has totally changed after just 3 weeks of following your teaching. She no longer whips rounds and is much happier and calmer when I ride her. 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Was at a bit of a loss to start with him but we are getting there slowly but we are both building a positive relationship. Thank you! - [Heather Ronaldson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/heather-ronaldson-2/) - I am loving Neil's methods and using them now on my horses with success. - [Nicky Clayden](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/nicky-clayden/) - Really informative and easy to understand videos using the training on all my young horses now. - [Christian Pilon](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/christian-pilon/) - Love the approach and violence free training. - [Pam Andrews](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/pam-andrews/) - Clear concise easy to follow instruction, I would recommend for anyone in the horsey world to read. - [Kate Roz](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kate-roz/) - Everything I've heard Neil Davies say, makes sense, I've watched some videos of him working with horses, and it made sense, no horse was frightened unneccessarily, it was realistic, natural and backed up what he's said. Thanks for reminding me that no horse is bad or good, they are just doing what they've been taught - [Paulette Roberts](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/paulette-roberts/) - Amazing training methods easy to understand... very impressed one of the best training books I have ever read. - [Lisa Laurin](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/lisa-laurin/) - Neil keeps it simple, very easy to learn. - [Mark Tymms](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/mark-tymms-2/) - Training is practical, easy to understand and makes sense. - [Helen Duncan](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/helen-duncan-3/) - Neils methods make sense to me and have helped me with my own horse. - [Ruby Strand](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ruby-strand-2/) - I love your way of training... so kind, caring and simplified. Thanks for opening my eyes up after being taught the wrong way with so called Natural Horsemanship. - [Oscar Wells](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/oscar-wells/) - His book and videos explain in a simple way how to train a horse if you follow his instructions I am not saying training a horse is easy but if your ever going to train a horse correctly his way is the correct way. - [Naomi Dix](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/naomi-dix/) - I’ve always believed frightening a horse to get it to do what you want is the worst thing you can do. Neil’s book is clear and easy to understand, and supports everything I’ve always thought. I recommend it to anyone who’s having issues with their horse. If just one person changes the way they think - [Adam Tibbitts](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/adam-tibbitts/) - Neil’s Method is so gentle and so very effective his practice is amazing as a student of my grandfather who worked and learned off Kel Jeffrey I can safely say Neil is the next step in evolution of “a better deal for horses”. Thanks Neil your a true horseman and a gentleman. - [Coleen Avery](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/coleen-avery/) - The concepts which make perfect sense are explained easily and directly in a gentle tone. - [Theresa Mawson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/theresa-mawson/) - Because your ways are kind and considerate to the horses. Very practical. 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Highly recommended. - [Rose Cronin](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/rose-cronin/) - Neil shows that the horse desires a partnership and he treats the horse as respectfully as the horse should treat him. He convinces the horse to choose the correct behavior for the partnership rather than trying to subdue and dominate him through intimidation. - [Lorrie Lewis](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/lorrie-lewis/) - It offers a totally different way of thinking of the horse and how they process things. - [Colleen Farrell](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/colleen-farrell/) - Love the non-aggressive approach to working with my horse. - [Julie Martin](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/julie-martin/) - Positive encouragement for the horse broken down into bite size pieces, looked at from the horse's point of view. - [Scott McGuren](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/scott-mcguren/) - Straight forward practical horse handling techniques that work. - [Peter Williams](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/peter-williams/) - Sensible & practical approach. Easily understood. - [Kristine Lugert](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kristine-lugert/) - The information is very valuable to my horse training. I have learned so much from this book that puts the horse first. They are very misunderstood intelligent and peaceful animals. - [Lillian Cooke](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/lillian-cooke/) - The book was easy to follow and gave excellent results. - [Tooki Riggs](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/tooki-riggs/) - Advice was clear and sensible. Easy to follow. - [Julie](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/julie/) - The simplicity and it works! - [Adam Tibbitts](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/adam-tibbitts-2/) - Neils approach is the next step in Horsemanship his work is hands down some of the best I’ve seen in 30+yrs of breaking and training. This is most definitely, “A better deal for horses”! - [Denis Pagan](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/denis-pagan/) - I enjoyed reading your book and I learnt more about how I will handle and look after my horses. - [Linda Standing](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/linda-standing/) - Very good instructional lessons that work. - [Julie Brown](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/julie-brown/) - Brilliant book and great delivery time. - [Rose Ritson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/rose-ritson/) - I believe in the training method that is used as it is kind and considerate to horses and would love to see more people implement the wisdom that has been shared as horses would surely benefit. Thank you. - [Elizabeth Deer](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/elizabeth-deer/) - I enjoy your advise it's something I can incorporate into my training and riding. Your kindness resonates with me. - [Helen Crook](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/helen-crook/) - Because the book gives great tips and a good way to work with your horse. I'm using it for my young mare and it works. One relaxed and confident youngster, thank you. - [Ronda Houghton](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ronda-houghton/) - Neil speaks in a down to earth manner and explains why he does what he does. - [Julia Austin](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/julia-austin/) - Refreshing information. 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From a learning perspective, I enjoyed the repetition of particular training behaviours (being clear, consistent, quick to respond, touching horses heads) - it really helped cement the ideas. Demystified the idea that you have to work miricles around horses... really it’s a case - [Yanina paterson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/yanina-paterson/) - I have a young 5 year old welsh cob who I have had from 1 hour old. I have pretty much gone down the same path but I few things I see now I could have done better. I feel bad can put these I practice even though he’s older. Wish I had read this - [Debbie Kelly](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/debbie-kelly/) - It's made me realise the importance of first contact with my horse. Till I read the book I was always thinking of the next lesson without getting basics right. - [Natalie Jackson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/natalie-jackson/) - Your method of training is easy to follow and is explained using common sense. I particularly like the theory of thinking about what is best for the horse in all aspects of handling and training as opposed to what is best for the trainer. - [Barbara Seed](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/barbara-seed/) - Kindest way to train a young horse - no fear or bullying necessary at all, just TRUST. - [Tanya Wieler](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/tanya-wieler/) - It’s one of the best forms of training I’ve come across. - [Christine Chevrier](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/christine-chevrier/) - This philosophy should be taught and practice to and by every horse people. My horse right now was damaged for life by wrong abuse. I spend all my time trying to repair it. - [Robbie Collins](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/robbie-collins/) - Enjoyed the read. Like the training ideas. Down to earth presentation. Thanks. - [Denise Blyde](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/denise-blyde/) - Great book, answers lots of queries, gives food for thought. - [Janet Harner](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/janet-harner/) - Clear and concise. Lots of helpful pictures. I am able to quickly find just what I need help with at that given time. - [Jo King](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/jo-king-2/) - The book is a great source of information. - [Roger Atkinson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/roger-atkinson/) - Common sense given. Mystery taken away = happy horse owner and even more important happy horse. - [Wendy Klopp](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/wendy-klopp/) - It is such a kind and effective way to work with my horse, an ex-pacer, we are now trotting and occasional canter after only 6 months off the track. He raced for 6 years and was not saddle broken. Your book is great for guidance on how to teach what you would like you horse - [Jo King](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/jo-king/) - I'm enjoying the information. It's what I've been looking for, for my new colt. - [Hissy Mcgee](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/hissy-mcgee/) - Just want to say thanks to Neil! Tried for a two weeks to get my horse to do as I asked (he had gotten barn sour.) Finally went back to your book and got to the root of the problem. We made much more progress than before by following your approach. There’s a plethora of - [Dee N Silver](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/dee-n-silver/) - There was a time when I didn't know any better and I was shown way that made me sad and uncomfortable in my heart for the horse. So I searched long and hard to find a better way. My boy silver was only 5 months old when I learned of Neil Davies. He's now 4 - [Ann Louise Jones](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ann-louise-jones/) - I wish all my horsey friends would read your book and your posts. They - and not least their horses - deserve it. You have helped me tremendously in my journey with my young horses. Thank you - [Estelle O'Brien](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/estelle-obrien-2/) - I love this book! I am reading, re-reading, reviewing and memorising. Neil cuts through all the fluff and the bull and puts it exactly where it needs to be - succinct, straightforward and easy to understand. But being easy to understand doesn’t mean lightweight. This book contains deep and proven truths that will revolutionise your - [Kirsty Belinda Jones](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kirsty-belinda-jones/) - You have turned everything I've been taught over the last 10 years upside down. Fantastic, brilliant soft but solid methods without this 'leader' bull. I feel guilty for how I’ve handled horses in the past and now know it was me that caused the problems I was having. Thank you Neil Davies - [Nicky Clayden](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/nicky-clayden-2/) - An amazing book every horse person would gain from reading this book, glad I got it delivered as I read it all in one day - [Louise Farmer](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/louise-farmer/) - I messaged Neil about the catch me if you can game. Followed his advice now my horse is a breeze. Love my book. It lives in my truck for easy reference at the paddock. Thanks Neil. :) - [Cecilia Marlborough](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/cecilia-marlborough-2/) - I keep going back to Neils book again and again, I cant thank him enough for sharing his knowledge. It's good for me and for my horses. Also, the horses become happier and eager to learn. My wish: Neils book becomes the norm around the world, and if you don't follow this book your horse - [Julie Elsner](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/julie-elsner/) - Dear Neil, I truly want to thank you for sharing your way of being with the horses. My horses and I are now on our way to a trusting, relaxed relationship. Today was incredible! Using your methods and being very careful not to scare my horses we had the most fun and relaxing time together. - [Brian Corbett](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/brian-corbett/) - Your book is so comprehensive... you also explain it so perfectly... you are in a genius and to treat the horses with kindness means so much... will treasure this book for generations!! - [Alison Clark](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/alison-clark/) - Fascinating and informative with lots of useful things to include in a training programme. - [Kelly Wilkinson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kelly-wilkinson/) - I'm following your basic methods and my filly is responding well. - [Hollie Bakerboljkovac](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/hollie-bakerboljkovac/) - Really great, straight forward information that works! As a brand new horseperson, Neil's book is the first thing that makes perfect sense while providing practical tools for getting to know my horse. Thank you! - [Lisa Beattie](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/lisa-beattie/) - Reading your book gives me validation that what I have been doing with foals both in NZ and Aust has been the right way of handling I have been very fortunate to work with two very knowledgeable people both using almost identical methods to Neil resulting in happy confident young horses. - [Anne Shaw](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/anne-shaw/) - I loved the book because it brings everything back to basic level and teaches us to have patience with our horses and to give them the time they deserve so both horse and rider will benefit. - [Brian Drewry](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/brian-drewry/) - Neill’s book has really caused me to re-examine some of the “natural” horsemanship methods I’ve learned over the past 10+ yrs. Still working through the book, but good results are showing with the almost 3 yr old filly I’m working with. - [Jane Riseley](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/jane-riseley/) - You can always learn something more in horse handling the more you read. Plus I like the firm but kind approach. - [Candace Keach](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/candace-keach/) - I have been reading his book Fear-free Horse Training - every step of the way. I love his approach and training methods. I have been using them with my 8yr old quarter horse who came to me with a lot of issues. Every time we work together, using Neil's methods, I can feel Journey softening, - [Tony Getson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/tony-getson/) - Sensible approach to developing a relationship with you horse. - [Alexandra Parsons](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/alexandra-parsons/) - It is working on my 6 year old tb that I'd basically given up on. - [Gillian](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/gillian/) - Hi Neil, Thankyou for your book.... I haven't managed to get through it all yet, but, I'm amazed how the chapter on shying has made a difference to me and my mare. I can't believe how I have been missing the signs. Just two lessons in with correction when she looks at something ro takes - [Amanda Broughton](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/amanda-broughton/) - I have the book and it's amazing. So simple. My young one is coming along beautiful. Thankyou - [Helena Scott](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/helena-scott/) - Neil's book is the most common sense and enlightened guide I have read on horse training. The technique is working well for my green pony and my green self. - [John Davies](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/john-davies/) - I can recommend this book. Has been working great for me. - [Julie Rimmer](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/julie-rimmer/) - I just received the book yesterday! I knew from reading the blog that at last I'd found someone who had more experience yes, but the same way of thinking. Have only put the book down to get some sleep!! I've read lots of books and watched videos but there was always something missing. Thankyou Neil - [Ingrid Anderson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ingrid-anderson/) - I'm enjoying my book very much and applying the information working with my colt. I started a mare a couple of years ago and she is awesome but I see not that I can be even more sympathetic in basic training and handling. - [Ralph Livingstone](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ralph-livingstone/) - Hello Neil! I've just read your book and want to telly you how wonderful it is. I've ordered a second copy this morning. I've read over 100 books on training/eqitation/horsemanship and yours is simple the best of all of them. I train young thoroughbreds abd gave immediately put your approach to a real world test - [Gill](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/gill/) - Hi Neil, I just wanted to say Thank You! Having read your book and followed you on Facebook, my horses loaded onto the trailer first time of asking without any dramatics and force. I had a good look at myself and with lots of face rubs and very little in the way of pressure from - [Alana](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/alana/) - Thank you so much for writing the most simple book on horse training I have read. Everything you have learned from training horses makes sense. - [Sue](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/sue-2/) - Finished the book. Now to get this horse trained. Yard built and head coming around nicely now. Following the Fear-free Training as it is the only book that has ever been worthy of learning from. It's been a long time in coming to this world!!! Brilliant Neil - [Kaylea Moseley](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kaylea-moseley/) - I am absolutely loving your book!! It's simple and easy to follow and absolutely in line with my view on how we interact with horses!! - [Kerry Therese Calladine](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kerry-therese-calladine/) - Received my signed copy of your book. I'm so excited to continue reading it. I've already found myself nodding in agreeance and clarity in the small amount I've read. It's so nice to have a book that I can go to for practical tips and that's easy to follow and understand. Thank you so much - [Leah Cutler](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/leah-cutler/) - Great book Neil. I've not been able to put it down. - [Carla Haydon Carey](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/carla-haydon-carey/) - I really don't want to get to the end of this book! I can't put it down. Fantastic, thank you. Will be a re-read again and again - [Maria Langham](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/maria-langham/) - Great book, there's so much to still learn, I love the more gentle approach in training, your words make such sense to me, thanks Neil - [Lisa Forbes](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/lisa-forbes/) - It’s like the bible for horses! Best thing ever, just practical common sense. - [Wendy Luckett](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/wendy-luckett/) - Anyone who doesn’t buy Neil’s book is missing out on a great horseman's expertise. - [Melanie DeWitt](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/melanie-dewitt/) - I got a horse that was very touchy around his ears. We struggled for quite some time trying to get him used to us touching his ears. Nothing really helped. I got your book and that was the first section I read. I went out and tried it. It only took a couple times and - [Andrea Alman](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/andrea-alman/) - Your book is so well written and easy to understand. My 11y old daughter is reading it and is getting really inspired to work with her pony. Thanks so much for the very fast delivery! - [Janine Jung](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/janine-jung/) - This is what I had purchased to assist in treating a rear near side leg injury for my boy who was rear leg shy... I was going to tape the paintbrush to a broom handle and paint the Manuka honey on from a distance... Well after only a few days of using Neil's approach... no - [Gina Snyder Hill](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/gina-snyder-hill/) - The pony that couldn't be caught, that couldn't be ridden bareback, that dumped her on her head. Your book changed this pony's life and how I train my horses. Thank you! She is so confident now and much less fearful. She doesn't miss my stick/bag waving stupidity at all. - [Donna Tinsley](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/donna-tinsley/) - I'm an experienced rider. But had a series of falls and injuries and lost my nerve, and that meant every time I got on a horse I was emotionally transmitting fear. And as a result my horse was fearful. Neil's book pointed out such basic fundamentals of the emotional relation ship you have with a - [Vireena Peacock](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/vireena-peacock/) - Hi Neil, I took receipt of your book this week and read it cover to cover in two days. Your methodology clicked with me immediately. I bought the book for two reasons, one - I don’t believe in using fear when dealing with any sentient being - people, dogs or horses and two - my - [Karen Zelinsky](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/karen-zelinsky/) - I have just purchased the Starting a Horse Under Saddle Online Clinic and am only two videos in & loving what it is teaching me! I'm no professional … I have a horse that kicks and won't let me touch him past the neck ... Already after two short 10min sessions following Neil's training I - [Nick Weber](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/nick-weber/) - Mr. Davies, thank you. I have read and re-read your book, studied your videos, and contemplated your philosophy and vision. Thank you, for me and for my horses. I've seen the rest, but no one, and I mean no one, does what you do. The difference in my horses speaks volumes for you as well. - [Ruth Mayes](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/ruth-mayes/) - Neil is a pioneer, everybody who owns or interacts with horses should read Neil's book. His book will teach you all you need to know in how to manage your horse and build a relationship with him. It will most importantly teach you how to make your horse confident and happy. - [Vickie Griffis](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/vickie-griffis/) - The money I invested in the Starting a Horse Under Saddle Online Clinic is proving to be one of the best things I have ever done to help me become a better horseman. You may not realize that your quiet, calm, steady demeanor not only positively impacts the horse, but also the human who is - [Robin Watson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/robin-watson/) - I enrolled in your Starting a Horse Under Saddle Online Clinic. For the last few weeks, I've used your method to work with my Gypsy Vanner, Pistol, who is a 3 year old gelding. I'm so pleased with how fast he is learning and how I, now, recognize when he is "worried" versus when he - [Valerie Evans](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/valerie-evans-2/) - Just wanted to say thank you. Your info has taken me beyond what I could have imagined with horses, and in life overall. At 38 yrs old I bought a horse that was way out of my skill level (I had only ridden cow ponies on ranches off and on as a kid). My first - [Lisa Forbes](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/lisa-forbes-2/) - It’s like the bible for horses! Best thing ever, just practical common sense. I got this book originally for my foal (now 5 weeks old), but I’ve used it a lot on her 16 year old mother as well, they are never too old if using your approach. The difference is amazing. - [Niomie Kruger](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/niomie-kruger/) - Get the Book SO worth it. just received mine the other day & I luv it, learning so many new things as a first time trainer for my yearling . You will get farther by doing less & end up with greater results in a much shorter time. - [Oscar Wells](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/oscar-wells-2/) - I bought this book for a young girl that owns a horse. I all ready own the book and I told her this is my bible when it comes to horses. I have spread the word all over Facebook and in Missouri. Thank you again. My two appys, a filly and a colt are 7 - [Haillie Buckley](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/haillie-buckley/) - Buying Neil's book and reading from cover to cover AND actually applying completely transformed my horse - and me! Thanks Neil. Can't endorse this method enough. - [Sarah Van De Sandt](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/sarah-van-de-sandt/) - Already taken your advice on spooking – Fantastic! Distraction and getting the horse to do other stuff as soon as the gait slowed and the head went up – worked so well – without horse or rider getting to the point of being scared and wanting to bail out! Thanks for another addition to my - [Kelly Bek](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kelly-bek/) - Just received my book and loving it! Even chapters that I thought might not apply to me as much (such as starting a foal – as I don't have one) I still read it through, and came across some very helpful advice and knowledge that I'll be using with my gelding who's not a baby - [Alison Paisley](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/alison-paisley/) - My book arrived promptly a few days ago – it's really good quality and full of so much helpful advice – and all in the 'positive' vein. Had its first read through in the first 24 hours and now looking forward to the slower re-read. - [Kate](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/kate/) - Got a book for my birthday – best ever. Totally changed a lot of my ideas and increased my understanding and empathy ten fold – Happy horses too. Thanks Neil - [Elle](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/elle/) - My book arrived yesterday and I literally can't put it down. It's everything I was hoping for and so much more. I flipped through and the first thing I read was "You can't overdo pleasantness. The is the most powerful training tool available to you." Never a truer statement written. I had a huge smile - [Lianne Van Kerchof](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/lianne-van-kerchof/) - I just love how sensible this is. The book is full of no-nonsense, common sense info. - [Shirley Robinson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/testimonials/shirley-robinson/) - This is an excellent book. It doesn't matter how long you've been around horses, read this and learn more. ## Courses - [Online Clinic: Fear-free Fundamentals for Every Horse and Rider](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/course/online-clinic-fear-free-fundamentals-for-every-horse-and-rider/) - A step-by-step approach to change your horse's attitude from confrontation to co-operation - without fear, fight or force. Start - [Online Clinic: Foal Handling](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/course/online-clinic-foal-handling/) - Give your foals the gift of their lifetime with the Fear-free Horse Training Foal Handling Online Clinic. Start - [Online Clinic: Starting a Horse Under Saddle](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/course/online-clinic-starting-a-horse-under-saddle/) - Start a Horse Under Saddle - without chasing and bucking and fighting. And, 100% without the use of force or flags or tarps or restraints. Start - [Neil's Interview with Colin Dangaard](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/course/neils-interview-with-colin-dangaard/) - 90-minute audio interview with Colin Dangaard. I get expertly probed, cross-examined, and questioned on all aspects of my Fear-free Horse Training approach. I share in-depth, everything I’ve always wanted to say about horse training. Start ## Lessons - [The Importance of Ground Positions](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/the-importance-of-ground-positions-3/) - [Audio Interview](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/audio-interview/) - The secret about horses that are supposedly "hard to train" (1:20) Do horses really have natural abilities, like being suited to dressage? Hear Neil's response (1:49) The theory behind teaching a horse to walk a circle - and exactly why it's so important (3:48) The difference between your concentration and your horse's concentration - plus, insights into how - [Lesson 3 Trailer Loading – What to Look For In a Trailer](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-4-trailer-loading-what-to-look-for-in-a-trailer/) - Trailer loading Basics. What to look for in a trailer. - [Lesson 2 trailer loading – First Steps Into the Trailer](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-2-trailer-loading-first-steps-into-the-trailer/) - A difficult horse to load. First steps into the trailer. - [Lesson 1 trailer loading – Stepping over Obstacles](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-1-trailer-loading-stepping-over-obstacles/) - Preparing a horse to load into a trailer. Stepping over obstacles. - [Lesson with Peachey – A Basic Ground Lesson](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-with-peachey-a-basic-ground-lesson/) - Basic ground lessons for a more relaxed horse. The tack you need. - [Lesson 5 with EI – Remaining Neutral at All Times](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-5-with-ei-remaining-neutral-at-all-times/) - Assessing energy and teaching a horse to concentrate on the ground. - [Lesson 6 with EI – Getting Into His Mind and A Lesson with the Rider](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-6-with-ei-getting-into-his-mind-and-a-lesson-with-the-rider/) - Teaching a horse to move exactly how you want, exactly where you want. A Lesson with Isabel riding EI. - [Lesson 4 with EI – A Relaxed Trot](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-4-with-ei-a-relaxed-trot/) - Achieving a relaxed forward trot. Concentration and controlling speed. - [Lesson 3 with EI – Overcoming Excess Energy](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-3-with-ei-overcoming-excess-energy/) - Establishing a frame of mind where the horse can relax and learn. - [Lesson 2 with EI – Establishing the Basics](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-2-with-ei-establishing-the-basics/) - Establishing the Basics on the Ground. Moving where I ask, how I ask. - [Lesson 1 with EI – Overcoming Resistance and Moving Forward Correctly](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-1-with-ei-overcoming-resistance-and-moving-forward-correctly/) - Overcoming resistance and teaching EI to move forward correctly. - [Lesson 1 with Cheeky – Basic Ground Positions](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-1-with-cheeky-basic-ground-positions/) - In this lesson you'll learn the basic ground rules to teach your horse. You'll also see how being definite and consistent teaches a horse to relax. - [Lesson 3 with Cheeky – The Importance of Forward Movement](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-4-with-cheeky-on-the-road-to-a-better-attitude/) - How to overcome resistance. Working on trot to canter and canter to trot transitions. Controlling speed. - [Lesson 4 with Cheeky– On the Road to a Better Attitude](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-5-with-cheeky-lungeing-and-being-definite-and-consistent/) - Teaching a horse to lunge and how confidence and control leads to co-operation and relaxation. - [Lesson 6 with Cheeky – Some Improvement Under Saddle](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-7-with-cheeky-discipline/) - Why a horse pushes over the handler. Too much feed and not enough work. Backing up on the ground. - [Lesson 5 with Cheeky –Lungeing and Being Definite and Consistent](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-6-with-cheeky-a-relaxed-ridden-horse/) - Standing for saddling. Teaching her to listen and try. - [Lesson 2 with Cheeky – Standing for Saddling](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/lesson-3-with-cheeky-the-importance-of-forward-movement/) - In this lesson you'll learn how to teach any horse to back up on the ground. How the ground lessons can be used for everyday handling. Teaching your horse to concentrate on you and what you want. - [The Importance of Ground Positions](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/the-importance-of-ground-positions-2/) - [The Importance of Ground Positions](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/the-importance-of-ground-positions/) - [Foal Handling: Lesson 1](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-1/) - Using the catching pole to place a rope around the foal's neck.Positioning the mare to make it easy for the foal.How to approach the foal without making a fight.Placing the halter on for the first time. - [Foal Handling: Introduction](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-introduction/) - [Foal Handling: Lesson 2](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-2/) - Using the mare to keep the foal relaxed.Placing the lead around the foal's neck and placing the halter on.Working on both sides of the foal to build confidence.Rubbing the foal's neck on both sides. - [Foal Handling: Lesson 3](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-3/) - Teaching the foal to step around to me and keep her head with me.The importance of going to her and showing her, rather than forcing her. - [Foal Handling: Lesson 4](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-4/) - Approaching the nervous foal and placing the rope around her neck before fitting the halter.More steps in the circle.Building confidence and teaching the foal to think. - [Foal Handling: Lesson 5](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-5/) - Going to the foal instead of expecting her to come to me.Using the long stick to teach the foal to step forward. - [Foal Handling: Lesson 6](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-6/) - Building more confidence.Forward steps without the long stick.Standing and bringing her head around.Leg handling begins. - [Foal Handling: Lesson 7](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-7/) - How to deal with a nervous, worried horse.What to do when you lift a horse's leg for the first time.What not to do when handling legs. - [Foal Handling: Lesson 8](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-8/) - Taking the mare away for the first time.Holding the foal's legs off the ground for longer.Reinforcing forward movement. - [Foal Handling: Lesson 9](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-9/) - Teaching her to walk a correct circle around me.Moving her legs into the shoeing position.Building up in small steps. - [Foal Handling: Lesson 10](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-10/) - Never chase the foal.Always go to the foal and get a rope on.More circles and leading alongside for the first time.Leg handling continues. - [Foal Handling: Lesson 11](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-11/) - Teaching the foal to lunge around me at the walk and trot.First lead out of the small yard.Teaching her to concentrate on me and move where and how I want. - [Foal Handling: Lesson 12](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-12/) - Trimming her feet for the first time.Shows how to keep each approach short and easy. - [Foal Handling: Lesson 13](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-13/) - How to introduce a saddle blanket, saddle and girth to the foal.More lungeing and leading out of the small yard. - [Foal Handling: Lesson 14](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/foal-handling-lesson-14/) - How to catch the foal in a big area.Leading and lungeing in a big area.Tying up for the first time demonstrated and explained. - [Fear-free Fundamentals: Introduction](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/fear-free-fundamentals-introduction/) - [Thanks from Neil](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/thanks-from-neil/) - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 1](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-1/) - Placing a rope around the horse's neck and approaching him. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 2](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-2/) - Using the catching pole.Teaching the horse to stand and keep his head with me. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 3](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-3/) - Teaching the horse how to relieve pressure when he's worried.Teaching him to walk a small circle around me. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 4](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-4/) - Teaching the horse to trot forward from the ground.Lifting his legs and holding for longer.Negative reinforcement explained. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 5](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-5/) - Being positive teaches the horse to move more freely and become more relaxed.Sitting on his back for the first time. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 6](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-6/) - Bringing it altogether.How building confidence, leg handling and circles from the ground come together when I'm on the horse's back. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 7](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-7/) - Going over what he's learned and not expecting too much.Coming back a step, rather than pushing on.Always thinking about next lesson. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 8](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-8/) - Instead of asking for more, I come back a step and show the horse what I want.The horse is becoming more relaxed and beginning to understand to move forward with the rider. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 9](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-9/) - Why I use a square yard.Why I Tap the horse to move forward.A forward walk, moving how I want, where I want, at the speed I want both on the ground and with me on his back. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 10](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-10/) - Introducing the saddle without frightening the horse.The first steps with the saddle and rider. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 11](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-11/) - Teaching the horse to go with the rider and introducing a stick.The importance of standing and relaxing.Explaining how the horse doesn't understand what the rider wants at first. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 12](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-12/) - Being positive to encourage more forward movement from the horse.Using this to teach the horse to trot with the rider for the first time.Explaining the sequence of lessons. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 13](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-13/) - When everything is going well in the small yard, the horse is ready for a larger area.Introducing my legs to encourage the horse to move forward.Keeping the horse concentrating on me at all times. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 14](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-14/) - How building up in small increments leads to being able to trim the horse's feet without any restraints or fights.Breaking up the lesson by being satisfied with doing a small amount of work on each approach. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 15](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-15/) - Using feed to catch the horse and going to the horse instead of expecting him to come to me.When everything is going well in a small arena, it's no trouble to ride in a big arena.The first canter on each lead. Introducing the stockwhip. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Lesson 16](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-lesson-16/) - Introducing the bit for the first time.The first ride in an open paddock.Introducing the hose for the first time.An interview with Neil. - [Starting a Horse Under Saddle: Introduction](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/lesson/starting-a-horse-under-saddle-introduction/) ## Quizzes - [Audio Interview](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/quiz/audio-interview/) - [Lesson 3 Trailer Loading – What to Look For In a Trailer](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/quiz/lesson-4-trailer-loading-what-to-look-for-in-a-trailer/) - [Lesson 2 with EI – Establishing the Basics](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/quiz/lesson-2-with-ei-establishing-the-basics/) - [Lesson 1 with EI – Overcoming Resistance and Moving Forward Correctly](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/quiz/lesson-1-with-ei-overcoming-resistance-and-moving-forward-correctly/) - [Lesson 1 with Cheeky – Basic Ground Positions](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/quiz/lesson-1-with-cheeky-basic-ground-positions/) - [Lesson 3 with Cheeky – The Importance of Forward Movement](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/quiz/lesson-4-with-cheeky-on-the-road-to-a-better-attitude/) - [Lesson 4 with Cheeky– On the Road to a Better Attitude](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/quiz/lesson-5-with-cheeky-lungeing-and-being-definite-and-consistent/) - [Lesson 6 with Cheeky – Some Improvement Under Saddle](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/quiz/lesson-7-with-cheeky-discipline/) - [Lesson 5 with Cheeky –Lungeing and Being Definite and Consistent](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/quiz/lesson-6-with-cheeky-a-relaxed-ridden-horse/) - [Lesson 2 with Cheeky – Standing for Saddling](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/quiz/lesson-3-with-cheeky-the-importance-of-forward-movement/) - [The Importance of Ground Positions](https://www.fearfreehorsetraining.com/quiz/the-importance-of-ground-positions-2/) - 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