
Lothmorwel
says
If you keep going from bit to bit you'll never solve the problem. If she is heavy in the hand and she pulls then you are giving her something to pull against. She has to learn to carry herself, not to rely on your hands, and to respond when you use the reins. And you need to teach her this by not pulling back.
Do lots of basic schoolwork and really concentrate on having her on a very light contact. If she starts to lean, give and retake the reins so she has to hold her own head up. Do polework and lots of transitions to get her off the forehand. Flex her neck to each side, teach her to rein back (lift your hands up as you ask or she'll just lean on the bit). Make sure your hands are soft and light and giving, but with a steady contact. If you accidentally jag her mouth or have unsteady hands, especially in a harsh bit then she may grab the bit to avoid sudden tugs.
Change your bit to something softer, have some lessons and concantrate on her carrying herself, not leaning on you.
14 May 2010 14:02
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