What is basic or initial horse breaking?
It is the process of accustoming the young horse to handling and carrying a rider for the first time, forming the foundation of its entire athletic life.
Detailed explanation
Breaking-in, also called initial training or basic training, is the process by which a young horse learns to accept human handling, equipment (headcollar, saddle, bit), and, finally, to carry a rider. It usually begins between 3 and 4 years of age and covers everything from ground work to the first rides. It is the most delicate and significant phase of the horse's life: a well-executed, patient, and respectful breaking-in creates a confident and manageable horse; a rushed or rough one leaves behavioral problems that are difficult to correct. It is advisable to entrust this to an experienced professional.
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