Ground Work

[Poka_Doodle]

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Ground Work - What ground work is and why one would use it

Ground Work is a very important thing to teach any horse. There are many reasons that one would use it with their horse. The best way to explain it is with the Who/What/When/Where/Why.

Who uses ground work?
Any horse owner looking to establish who is the boss with their horse.

What is ground work?
Ground work is a series of "games" you do with your horse. Like: backing your horse, stretching their neck, pivots, putting the head down (Pictured below), and any other thing you might do with...

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[CinnamonEli]

I'm really glad I found this article. I love ground work. It is the basis of every horse & owner relationship

 

[Poka_Doodle]

On Monday I was reminded how important it was. We got to our horse meeting late and watched it leader talk about grooming. I then went and saddled my horse and walked into the arena. We bucked immediately and about five other times. Never again will I leave out Ground Work.

 

[Poka_Doodle]

Quick note, if you have an enthusiastic horse, lunging or round-penning is smart.