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Hitching and unhitching your carriage driving horse is the most dangerous part of your drive. Having your horse standing well during that process is more than a convenience, it's critical to your safety. Learn the critical steps for getting your horse to be still for hitching with this downloadable lesson plan. -
Are you prepared for a runaway with your carriage horse? It can be one of the most frightening experiences of your life. Knowing what to do (and what not to do) can make all the difference. This 11 page guide gives you the coaching that I give all of my students for the best chance of survival in a runaway.
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My carriage horse is running away with me! What do I do??
The decisions you make in the first 3 seconds of a runaway are the most critical. It can make the difference between a scary moment, and an outright disaster. In this class you'll learn where to put your priorities, and what the most effective techniques are to stop a runaway horse. You'll also learn important safety information for reducing your risk of an accident in a runaway, and measures you can take to prevent a runaway from occurring in the first place. Add this class to your cart to get 6 months access to the online class page where you can view the class and download the course materials and videos. -
It can be pretty intimidating when your horse spooks in the carriage. Employing the right strategies can keep a simple spook from boiling over into a full-blown runaway. This article gives you the tips and tricks get past the spooks and keep them from turning into something worse.
* 2019 Revised Edition ~ With more info and illustrations
Receive this lesson plan free with your purchase of the online class "Drive Past the Spook."
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How to Prevent A Runaway
Even the best horse has a spook from time to time. How you handle that situation can determine if that moment just passes by, or ruins your day. In this class you’ll learn the strategies to turn that spook from a scary emergency into a momentary distraction. -
Following safe a hitching method keeps you and your horse safe. Download this article to learn the best practices for hitching and unhitching the single horse.
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For many carriage drivers using public roads is a fact of life. This article gives you some tips on how to stay safe on the road while working your horses.
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Here's an in-depth carriage safety inspection checklist. Use this at least once a year to inspect each of your carriages to be sure they're safe for your driving season.
