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Our
Goals

Where our Foundation Comes From

  • Carson James

  • Family Friend/Trainer

  • Professional Trainer/Lessons

  • Trial & Error

Our Equipment & Tools

First of all, I give a lot of credit to Carson James/Buckaroo Crew. Carson James has a very extensive website/videos for self paced training. I really appreciate his approach. Its broken down into pieces to really drive home the outcome that you're looking for.

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  • I've recently switched over to using a rope halter.
    Got one for my birthday :)

  • Typically I use a Dressage Whip with a flag tied to the end. I like the shorter ship over the stick which sometimes feels too long. I use both but I like the Dressage Whip more.

  • I have a cheap western saddle to use for training. Especially since Tosana sets back while being cinched. King Series Brisbane Trail Saddle

  • I'm a big fan of the Myler bits. I have 2 that I use. One is simpler and then I have a slightly more pressured one. They look very similar. Myler Level 2 Sweet Iron Low Port Western & Myler Level 2 Eggbutt with Hooks

I am mostly going to be focusing on Tosana. Her and I have the most work to accomplish.

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The items that need some attention are:

  • Setting back at the hitching post when being cinched

  • Relaxing at the wash rack

    • Ultimately being relaxed when getting hosed off/washed​

  • Some Buddy Sour (we only have the 2 horses so we can never eliminate it completely but we can make it less stressful)​

  • Spookiness/Confidence under saddle

  • ​Bucking/Bolting and some potential for Rearing​

  • Proper Saddle Fit

  • Lunging more responsively

  • Focusing

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