๐Training Tip:
Float Loading - A Stress-Free Journey for Your Equine Friend
Have you ever struggled with float loading?
๐ด It can be challenging, but itโs also a window into your horseโs stress levels.
๐ด Hereโs a fantastic piece of advice I received: Treat float loading like a trip to a cozy stable, a comfortable place that will lead to a fun adventure.
๐ค Start by leaving the back gate open,
๐ค Let your horse stand calmly.
๐ค Teach them to step forward.
๐ค Teach your horse to step back
๐ค quietly loading and unloading
๐ค 1/2 way in 1/2 way out
๐ค stop-start
๐ Close the tailgate,
๐ Take a short drive in the car park - just one circle.
๐ Then venture down the road and back.
๐ Take your horse to a friendโs place and let them relax in their paddock.
๐ float with a buddy.
๐ float your horse by itself
Your horse will thank you for it, and the float will become their home away from home.
Float loading is not only about transporting your horse but also about ens...
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