I guess I should clarify what I said a little more.
I would never advocate "forcing" a horse into a trailer by whipping or beating
it. I'm talking about a horse that is just plain stubborn and playing games with
the owner. When I said "encourage him in with the lounging whip" I meant just
show it to him. At the most, a gentle tap on the rump to remind him to go
forward if he doesn't respond. I am by no means hurting them, any more,
than if someone were applying leg pressure to urge the horse to
go forward. I also put carrots and treats in the manager because I believe
in positive reinforcement also. Horses are not stupid. They can sense if someone
is afraid of them and some horses will take advantage of a timid, unexperienced
person. That's all. JMHO.
