Like desensitizing while standing still, maintaining a connection here is the key. Your horse should be able to stay at any gait you put them at, and stay mentally present, while you desensitize them.
Desensitizing While Moving
Success Tips:
- Ensure your horse can maintain the gait before you start working on this.
- Ensure your horse is good with this standing still first.
Common Problems/Mistakes:
- Starting out with a horse that won’t maintain that gait before you work on the desensitizing.
- Starting with too much energy or speed with the flag too soon.
- Not being aware when your horse shows tension