I have to tell you how much I appreciate this video of teaching horse to take the bit. In studying sooo much in past 1 1/2 yrs by videos on training, I usually have few favs of 1 particular subject. But with THIS video , it's the only 1 I need. Thanks!!
Good Luck! I may have a few other FIRST TIME BIT Videos floating around.. check some of my colt start videos, First Bit... The concept is have him SEEK low and left, softening of his demeanor... The reward is his friend...
PinkRoseRed he was never in pain. We also had him checked by a vet. I think that he his old owner shoved the bit into his teeth really hard. But now he is amazing with a bit!
So I did a lot of prep work, got the bit in the first day pretty well, gave it a few days. Second attempt was ok, but the head went up. Mind you she is a giraffe and there's NO way I can reach up that high! So I backed up, went through the prep work again, and got the bit in. Gave it a few more days - today was a crazy, head up, ain't no way that bit is going in my mouth type of day. I tried to back track, but when I tried to get the bit near her mouth, she actually pulled me up off the ground. (The horse in the video pulled his head up at first, but it wasn't a major issue because of his size. ) I hope she doesn't use this against me as we move forward with this process. Decided to go back to just the halter going on and off in order to end on a good note. But I feel frustrated.
Maybe make a loop in a soft lead rope, slip that in, now when she raises her head she takes the rope with her, you can hold the rope and then wait and ask for her to lower her head and reward for that try!
I am just starting bit training on my 3 yr old mustang. What do you suggest as in wrinkle around the mouth? My first time intro was yesterday and I had 1 wrinkle. Kept it for about 5 minutes then removed. I will definitely restart this way! Thank you for your videos!
Personally when first putting it in like that i DO ask for one Wrinkle to help them keep for getting a tongue over. You can also add a cave-in to help keep for gapping the mouth open. When they are good, later, drop it down, NO wrinkle, just to the touch of the corner. Also let him wear it and feed him with it!
Thank you for sharing. I really like this method. I was told that it helps if you use molasses to sweeten the bit. Is that true? I also noticed that in all the videos I've seen of horses being introduced to the bit they already were introduced to the saddle. Is there a reason why it's done that way? Thank you again for sharing!
I don't think molasses has much of an impact, they may like it but why bother? As for the saddle, it is just part of the normal sequence of starting a colt I guess... You can sure introduce a bit sooner.. I often let them pack a bit while doing ground work...
Short of a sore tongue or broken tooth, I've never seen a horse who 'hates' bits... In almost all cases it was the way they were installed and hung and handled.
Tennel: I just saw ur other comment. I've studied A LOT about bits & the effects. I would use only the mildest with the lightest hands. But there's other times I'd use side pull. I get where ur coming from. I don't disagree.
Awww poor abused horse with the perfect healthy shiny coat and perfect body score what a poor baby. My goodness people are so f*cking stupid. BITS ARE NOT ABUSE. If he were "abusing" this horse do you think the horse would sit there?? He is obviously bigger and stronger than the man. If he were that displeased he would leave. But go off about how smart and educated you are on how abusive bits are.
Bits CAN be abuse when put into uneducated people’s hands. It’s exactly like a prong collar on a dog. It can do serious damage if you don’t know what you’re doing. I get what you’re saying, but at least acknowledge both sides and educate rather than just calling people idiots.
love how you're breaking this down for the horse to understand easily. thanks for the video
Thanks.. I think we have a couple more videos showing this...
I have to tell you how much I appreciate this video of teaching horse to take the bit. In studying sooo much in past 1 1/2 yrs by videos on training, I usually have few favs of 1 particular subject. But with THIS video , it's the only 1 I need. Thanks!!
Shucks! Thanks! We have a few on here.. I sure make no claim to be an expert, just trying to share some ideas that may help...
Shirley Cooper don't put a bit in your horses mouth. Wth
Bits are the most useful -_-
@@stephano9571 bits are bad she know better
Omg this is so much help!! My horse refuses to take a bit and throws his head. Now I have a few ideas to help his problem!!!
Good Luck! I may have a few other FIRST TIME BIT Videos floating around.. check some of my colt start videos, First Bit... The concept is have him SEEK low and left, softening of his demeanor... The reward is his friend...
@PinkRoseRed It was a learned behavior to avoid, 100% good to go now
PinkRoseRed he was never in pain. We also had him checked by a vet. I think that he his old owner shoved the bit into his teeth really hard. But now he is amazing with a bit!
Great video!
This was so helpful. Thank you for the video.
This was a very nice video! I'm going to use this for my young horse.. Thank you!
love how LilahPlays has profile picture of horse with a bit in it's mouth....keep on rocking Gerry, I hope to be able to work with you someday.
Lots of Experts out there... I wish I was Half as Smart as they THINK they are! I'm just an old fat man trying to have a good time
@@GerryCoxHorsemanship // not old and fat, but doing a great job. Its appreciated.
So I did a lot of prep work, got the bit in the first day pretty well, gave it a few days. Second attempt was ok, but the head went up. Mind you she is a giraffe and there's NO way I can reach up that high! So I backed up, went through the prep work again, and got the bit in. Gave it a few more days - today was a crazy, head up, ain't no way that bit is going in my mouth type of day. I tried to back track, but when I tried to get the bit near her mouth, she actually pulled me up off the ground. (The horse in the video pulled his head up at first, but it wasn't a major issue because of his size. ) I hope she doesn't use this against me as we move forward with this process. Decided to go back to just the halter going on and off in order to end on a good note. But I feel frustrated.
Maybe make a loop in a soft lead rope, slip that in, now when she raises her head she takes the rope with her, you can hold the rope and then wait and ask for her to lower her head and reward for that try!
Beautiful!
I walk my horse with the bit but she keeps eating grass with it and it bugs her and me so this help
Good luck
Thanks so much! I can't wait to try it out!
I am just starting bit training on my 3 yr old mustang. What do you suggest as in wrinkle around the mouth? My first time intro was yesterday and I had 1 wrinkle. Kept it for about 5 minutes then removed. I will definitely restart this way! Thank you for your videos!
Personally when first putting it in like that i DO ask for one Wrinkle to help them keep for getting a tongue over. You can also add a cave-in to help keep for gapping the mouth open. When they are good, later, drop it down, NO wrinkle, just to the touch of the corner. Also let him wear it and feed him with it!
Thank you for sharing. I really like this method. I was told that it helps if you use molasses to sweeten the bit. Is that true? I also noticed that in all the videos I've seen of horses being introduced to the bit they already were introduced to the saddle. Is there a reason why it's done that way? Thank you again for sharing!
I don't think molasses has much of an impact, they may like it but why bother? As for the saddle, it is just part of the normal sequence of starting a colt I guess... You can sure introduce a bit sooner.. I often let them pack a bit while doing ground work...
Thank you .This is very helpful.
How old was he?
4
Tennel: not sure what you meant. To not ever use a bit? My youngest one was taught by trainer only using side pull. I want him to ride with both
thank you so much
I have a horse and she HATES BITS
Short of a sore tongue or broken tooth, I've never seen a horse who 'hates' bits... In almost all cases it was the way they were installed and hung and handled.
Or it could be the wrong bit.
Thats why I go bitless
Can I come to your ranch I live near Spokane WA
sure! 509-685-1977
Tennel: I just saw ur other comment. I've studied A LOT about bits & the effects. I would use only the mildest with the lightest hands. But there's other times I'd use side pull. I get where ur coming from. I don't disagree.
Gerry Cox can I ride one of your horses?!
Ight so now I know that's normal for a horse to try and get away now to find out how I'm 12 yr old self can reach up to his head TvT
Teach head down first
Why do horse bite on the bit like chomp on the medal like
Bad taste? Bad fit? Bad habit from nerves/anxiety?
I hope to come to ur place someday.
Well you are sure welcome anytime... We are near Spokane, Wa 509-685-1977
Awww poor abused horse with the perfect healthy shiny coat and perfect body score what a poor baby.
My goodness people are so f*cking stupid. BITS ARE NOT ABUSE. If he were "abusing" this horse do you think the horse would sit there?? He is obviously bigger and stronger than the man. If he were that displeased he would leave. But go off about how smart and educated you are on how abusive bits are.
Bits CAN be abuse when put into uneducated people’s hands. It’s exactly like a prong collar on a dog. It can do serious damage if you don’t know what you’re doing.
I get what you’re saying, but at least acknowledge both sides and educate rather than just calling people idiots.
YOU CAN TELL HE HATES IT AND WANTS TO LEAVE
Agreed
Will you stop hating and just leave.
ok.
Don't teach your horse to take the bit. Its painful. Unnecessary. Does tons of unseen and seen damage. And it has no purpose for being there .
When I get to be as good as you maybe I won't need a bridle...th-cam.com/video/vkCAsGitodk/w-d-xo.html
This is bit abuse
Yeah, I'm mean like that..
@@GerryCoxHorsemanship bits cause medical issues
ONLY if Idiots use them.. So I strongly suggest YOU never use one...
@@GerryCoxHorsemanship well what's the point of putting metal into their mouth to pull on when you can ride without it
Like I said, Only Idiots PULL or THINK you Pull.. So YOU should not use one...
this why i hate horses cuz of people trying to tell me to get a job with with horses is not my thing