Hello! I made this account just to ask about this. I've googled around and haven't found anything specific enough. I'd really appreciate any advice anyone has to give!
I've started riding a beautiful gelding and he is a total sweetheart. To be clear, he isn't my horse and I can only get out to ride once a week (he is ridden several times a week, just not by me!) so I have no jurisdiction over his tack. Apparently, he used to be a trail horse and has had no introduction to contact and collection. He has little to no steering, and I've tried neck reining and he's not very responsive to that either. He is very willing to go and respond to light cues, has a lot more "go" than "Woah" and a massive canter. I'm looking for advice on how to get his hindquarters working, off the forehand, and onto the bit. He's quite fast but also very heavy on his front half. I've tried stronger cues but it's like speaking another language, I can't say it louder and expect him to understand then. Anything you have to offer is very appreciated!
I've started riding a beautiful gelding and he is a total sweetheart. To be clear, he isn't my horse and I can only get out to ride once a week (he is ridden several times a week, just not by me!) so I have no jurisdiction over his tack. Apparently, he used to be a trail horse and has had no introduction to contact and collection. He has little to no steering, and I've tried neck reining and he's not very responsive to that either. He is very willing to go and respond to light cues, has a lot more "go" than "Woah" and a massive canter. I'm looking for advice on how to get his hindquarters working, off the forehand, and onto the bit. He's quite fast but also very heavy on his front half. I've tried stronger cues but it's like speaking another language, I can't say it louder and expect him to understand then. Anything you have to offer is very appreciated!