I hope megs doesn't mind me stealing her pics (ETA: PM me if you do!). Luna is doing intro, and you can see how low her head is naturally due to her conformation.

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Here's what happens at the free walk when a horse is properly accepting and seeking contact (especially if they naturally move with head low):

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But don't let that pic above fool you. That is work in the back creating that "frame" not the reins or hands.



Chronicle of the Hoof

charleyharvey wrote:
SM is a smart lady. She'd run circles around half the people on this board who pride themselves on their cleverness and intellect.
RebelsBuckaroo wrote:
SM's all badass keeping illegal chickens in her yard and what not. She's a G.
baxtersmom wrote:
When the Nation of FiSH arises, SM will be the Intelligence and Communications Director.