Re: faster walk

[nevadaghostridr@webtv.net (L Eisele)]

Linda. darn, all this time I have been squeezing with the opposite
leg...right front left leg to encourage an extended walk.  Does it
matter, which is correct?
Thanks Linda

Linda Eisele & Sareei and                   
hubby, Allen & LS Iceman
& the young LS Lakota
nevadaghostridr@webtv.net


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• Subject: Re: faster walk
• From: flemmerl@rcbhsc.wvu.edu (Flemmer, Linda)
• Date: Wed, 05 Aug 1998 07:57:39 -0400
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Pam Johnson wrote:

> A friend wants to teach her horse to walk faster. Any suggestions other
> than following other horses who have a fast walk?

As the right front leg moves forward, squeeze with the R leg.  Vice versa
for the left.  Keep a little contact with the reins to avoid letting the
horse jog or trot.  Follow the horse's movement with your seat (but you
shouldn't have to exaggerate it).  You are encouraging the horse to take
longer strides this way.

Linda Flemmer

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