HazuraJane
Well-Known Member
What makes a good trainer? One who watches what you're doing and isn't occupied returning text messages.
One who gives instructions beyond the mechanics; for example, mine will say, "Take a breath," or, "Relax your face," or memorably, "You keep telling him, 'let's go!' when your aids are telling him to do the opposite!" (Ouch.)
One who loves your horse nearly as much as you do.
One who has the strength of purpose enough to tell you to get off your horse so he/she can demonstrate when you're not 'getting it.'
One who never, ever, ever mistakes abuse of an animal for discipline.
Probably a lot of other things, but those are the qualities that spring to mind.
One who gives instructions beyond the mechanics; for example, mine will say, "Take a breath," or, "Relax your face," or memorably, "You keep telling him, 'let's go!' when your aids are telling him to do the opposite!" (Ouch.)
One who loves your horse nearly as much as you do.
One who has the strength of purpose enough to tell you to get off your horse so he/she can demonstrate when you're not 'getting it.'
One who never, ever, ever mistakes abuse of an animal for discipline.
Probably a lot of other things, but those are the qualities that spring to mind.