This is a non-commercial, independent website, owned and written by Nancy Kerson, for the benefit of actual and potential adopters of BLM Mustangs and Burros and similar animals.
DVD or VHS (2-DVD or 2-VHS set) almost 3 hours of instruction!
$39.95 plus $5 shipping/handling = $44.95 total
Lesley Neuman: The First Touch Gentling Your Mustang $45.00
Lesley works with 3 wild horses at a BLM adoption, and very clearly explains what is happening, what she is doing, & what she sees in each horse as it progresses. Study this video and you can learn "pressure and release" gentling techniques to gentle your own new mustang!
Help for Burro adopters! Crystal Ward Donkey Training
All the basics of gentling, handling, and training. A MUST for new burro adopters! Good for domestic donkeys, too!
1. BACKING UP
There are several ways to back up a horse. Each comes in handy in certain circumstances, so it's good to know them all:
1. From the Side at the Withers
2. From the Chest Muscle
3. From the Nose (pictures to come)
4. From the Front
For detailed instruction, get Jerry Tindell's "Ground Work" video, or Lauman Training's "Ground Work For Success", or seek professional help locally.
Jerry Tindell Talks About Ground Work $50.00
Learn to communicate effectively with your horse, using only halter and lead rope. Build a solid foundation for safe and pleasurable riding and driving.
The video focuses on these essential Ground Skills:
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Disclaimer: Horses are inherently dangerous. Use the information contained within this website at your own risk.
