After numerous falls and disasters, I realised I needed help before me or my horse ended seriously injured. And thank goodness I found Sue.
Her methods allowed me to look at my behaviour first, what emotions I was putting on him, and how my body language was giving out the wrong signals. I had no idea how weak my leadership skills were, but by working first from the ground before even attempting the ridden side of things, it gave us the confidence in each other which was lacking.
When I took on my horse he had already been labelled as "dangerous and unrideable" by everyone from my vet to osteopath, equine dentist to saddle fitter. In my naivety I though love, patience and kindness were all I needed to help him.
After numerous falls and disasters, I realised I needed help before me or my horse ended seriously injured. And thank goodness I found Sue. Her methods allowed me to look at my behaviour first, what emotions I was putting on him, and how my body language was giving out the wrong signals.
I had no idea how weak my leadership skills were, but by working first from the ground before even attempting the ridden side of things, it gave us the confidence in each other which was lacking.
Sue has a no-nonsense approach, she will always tell you how it is (whether you want to hear it or not!!), but you need to be prepared to stick it out for the long haul. This is not a one-visit-cures-all approach. It will change the interaction you have with your horse forever.
Louise and Tora, West Sussex