Tack provides you a method of communication, it is not intended as tools for control.When a rider forgets that the point of a saddle, bridle, and other tack is to communicate with their horse problems arise. It is a fool that thinks there is anything they can put on a horse that will allow them to "control" a horse without the horse eventually rebelling against their control.
Humans and horses need to build a relationship based on understanding and clear communication. When that happens, becoming highly developed, the tack will become unnecessary.
Enjoy your day and don't forget to hug your DOR!
5 comments:
Well spoken.
Great quote. I agree 100%!
~Lisa
Truer words...it's unfortunate that the first thing people opt to change is the tack [and not what they're doing] when problems arise.
I just saw a string of horses working the beach at Ocean Shores on the Washington coast. For $25 an hour they take everything from kids to adults on guided rides along the shore. Not a life for Cactus Jack Splash for sure. - Margy
Wonderful! I always had this idea (even as a young girl with a trainer who liked bigger and heavier bits) that you should be able to ride your horse with the lightest gear possible.
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