It was heartwarming to see how well April took to pulling the wagon. She's a fine horse. Not to overlook your skill as a trainer. Your mindset of building confidence at every step really pays off. Thanks for posting. signed, Ernie
You should have a swingle tree on your wagon, for the ends of the tugs. A solid tug-hitch like yours is hard on the horse's shoulders, causing the breast band to rub on her shoulders as pulls, causing friction.
you are correct this type of hitch is usually used with a racing harness and a very, very light vehicle. The horse pulls from the saddle so there's no rubbing on the chest area. But don't use this set up without a single tree.
Reminds me of my childhood. We use to ride a two-wheel buggy and a wagon similar to yours! The neighbors’ Welsh Pony loved to pull anything and was good for kids to learn around.
I just looked at the age of this video and I think you subsequently did sell April for the farm payment. Great video and nice job rigging up the little wagon. I'm assuming that Oliver will be too wide to fit the wagon as it is?
just so you know I have binge watched nearly all your videos. I have a small farm and I really appreciate how you discuss your costs and how to make farm self sustaining something I am constantly working on
Wow I had no idea of these things my family is from PA & there's tons of Amish with horses pulling wagons - I never knew all these things about that - they make it look easy - I would've never known that any horse can't just hook up & go - this is why I love your channel this is a great learning experience April is exceptional & beautiful too what a sweet girl she is
What a wonderful video, I would have loved a wagon like that when I was younger, I know the dogs love a good run but I’ll bet they’d like to be sitting up in that wagon with you 😂 .that was very educational, April is a lovely horse. ❤xx
A coat of paint and some padding and the buggy will be nice. April already is nice, she needs some grain after that, but I am sure you did give her a treat. Maybe you need to find a Rudolf for the wagon at this time of year!
We start new ones with someone leading and someone on the lines. The best mule we went from first harness to driving in 6 hours. You’ve got a good, light hand.
Every time I've trained any kind of horse or pony I've always driven them from the ground behind the car so they can hear me not so much so they can see me but to have somebody else in front of them
April is one of my favorites from your Homestead...very versatile & such a beauty (I remember her McD's drive thru adventure w/you). I can't imagine she will be up for sale for very long.
It was heartwarming to see how well April took to pulling the wagon. She's a fine horse.
Not to overlook your skill as a trainer. Your mindset of building confidence at every step really pays off.
Thanks for posting.
signed, Ernie
Haha, thank you for the tip.
Beautiful job April. You are a very cool horse.
Hello from British Columbia Canada
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I love April if I didn't live in Ausralia I would try to buy her, she is such a super star... ahhhh if only
As soon as you got that red wagon, God had a plan. He said, .... that man needs a Clydesdale!! 🤣❤
Beautiful mare.
You should have a swingle tree on your wagon, for the ends of the tugs. A solid tug-hitch like yours is hard on the horse's shoulders, causing the breast band to rub on her shoulders as pulls, causing friction.
you are correct this type of hitch is usually used with a racing harness and a very, very light vehicle. The horse pulls from the saddle so there's no rubbing on the chest area. But don't use this set up without a single tree.
Perfect turn with her so proud
You need a swingle tree or if you get much weight on that way again it's going to rub your horse in her shoulders check out what swingle tree is for
Thank you I didn’t think of that
Reminds me of my childhood. We use to ride a two-wheel buggy and a wagon similar to yours! The neighbors’ Welsh Pony loved to pull anything and was good for kids to learn around.
Well done April. Thanks fpr taking the time to educate us in these videos. X
I just looked at the age of this video and I think you subsequently did sell April for the farm payment. Great video and nice job rigging up the little wagon. I'm assuming that Oliver will be too wide to fit the wagon as it is?
No I can use it
just so you know I have binge watched nearly all your videos. I have a small farm and I really appreciate how you discuss your costs and how to make farm self sustaining something I am constantly working on
Wow I had no idea of these things my family is from PA & there's tons of Amish with horses pulling wagons - I never knew all these things about that - they make it look easy - I would've never known that any horse can't just hook up & go - this is why I love your channel this is a great learning experience April is exceptional & beautiful too what a sweet girl she is
could you make a video of horse pulling wagon, with no voice over, just the sound of nature as you ride?
You are so blessed to have a horse like her. She is a wonderful spirit. A very good horse.
The Old Tesla 😂
What a wonderful video, I would have loved a wagon like that when I was younger, I know the dogs love a good run but I’ll bet they’d like to be sitting up in that wagon with you 😂 .that was very educational, April is a lovely horse. ❤xx
A coat of paint and some padding and the buggy will be nice. April already is nice, she needs some grain after that, but I am sure you did give her a treat. Maybe you need to find a Rudolf for the wagon at this time of year!
She definitely gets a treat….and grain lol
We start new ones with someone leading and someone on the lines.
The best mule we went from first harness to driving in 6 hours.
You’ve got a good, light hand.
Very nice JR i THINK SHE'S got it BEAUTIFUL
Good job April with that wagon! Oh yeh and good job JR.😊
Nice virtual buggy ride. Beautiful April is a gem, I think.
Is there ANYTHING this gentleman cannot do? What a genius!
The puppy is in charge!!!
Exactly 😝
I hope you installed a single tree on that wagon. Thats a lot of weight to be pulling without one.
What a great horse. She just wants to please you. She trusts you and gives you her all . Good job .
She is a Great horse and lovely lady!
Single tree will keep her or other horses comfortable! 😊
Love April ❤ I'M TOTALLY ON TEAM CART. GREAT WORK.
Not as nice as your cart! Your cart is a dream💖
Every time I've trained any kind of horse or pony I've always driven them from the ground behind the car so they can hear me not so much so they can see me but to have somebody else in front of them
April is such a beautiful horse and she did so good pulling the wagon. 😊 Whoever you sell April to will be so blessed.
Eu sou doido pra fazer uma carroça dessa aí
Totally awesome 👍
Good Job JR! -ACD
April did great, what s pleasant horse ❤❤❤
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were do you live
Beautiful horse, smart too. ❤
looks exhausting
Very nice work!👍
Fantastic job😊❤
You need some lights and one of thode reflective triangles. Your fellow county residents have to get used toorganic horsepower.❤ Mighty April.
April is one of my favorites from your Homestead...very versatile & such a beauty (I remember her McD's drive thru adventure w/you). I can't imagine she will be up for sale for very long.
Just love all the videos, keep them coming!
Lil dog,s not gonna wow, got to get that bone home!
super video clarity. which pony breed is this?
This is a Missouri Foxtrotter. A horse breed developed in the Ozark mountains of central America
@@homesteadhorsemanship You mean, Ozark mountains in central United States of America. :)
@@homesteadhorsemanship nice