This is wonderful. I tried this on my gelding. In 2 sessions he had it down. Now all I have to do is give him a verbal cue and he moves to the mounting block. He used to walk off before I could mount. Now he stands and waits. Thank you!!!

@cindysheets1824

5 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait to try it on my gelding!

@yusufdustin5038

2 жыл бұрын

instaBlaster.

Don't know how I ended up here, I've never ridden a horse in my life but hey - it was interesting.

@shaunmcinnis1960

5 жыл бұрын

I always find interesting stuff to watch when I have work to do..That's really really weird

@cheriecolbath7865

5 жыл бұрын

Maisie Carter you haven't rode before u poor soul

@Softie47

5 жыл бұрын

LOL, me too! And I agree, it was very interesting. Impressive, beautiful horse.

@DianeCallahan

5 жыл бұрын

Same here, never owned a 🐴, only rode a few times 35 years ago but love these videos!

@jordansupport1923

5 жыл бұрын

But if ever you do want to ride, now you know how to get it to stand at the mounting block.

"Chestnut mare" Me:

@kilaniobrien4667

5 жыл бұрын

Haha I got a chestnut mare! She pretty devilish 😈

@birchtreefarm1

4 жыл бұрын

LOL

@rmjrenee

4 жыл бұрын

😂

@quietriot7132

4 жыл бұрын

Michael Hoffmann FINALLY SOMEONE WITH GOOD TASTE!! Never compliment a chestnut mare before you dismount.. ever

@karissakat7931

4 жыл бұрын

*has a chestnut mare* Hm...has never bucked, bit, kicked, pinned her ears, or anything, is an absolute joy to ride, has the smoothest lope. Idk the chestnut mare rumor

omg the end was amazing how she responded to the applause... What a pretty horse... He corrected a bad habit so fast!

After watching Mr. Maxwell with this mare, even I was calmer. So relaxing to watch; no bullying her, just "annoying her a bit". 😊

The horse’s clippings is so cool, I usually don’t like clippings, but her’s was actually pretty cool.

A lovely man, a horse whisperer. The gentle touch always wins.

@Rainbowsmom1

5 жыл бұрын

A stupid man , doesn't see the horse is hurting.

@younicekeepgoing9062

5 жыл бұрын

@@Rainbowsmom1 it's not hurting, you must be the stupid one 😂

@patrickfarley1277

4 жыл бұрын

Look closely, it’s enough pressure and the right timing which sets the horse up for success. Horses are incredibly intelligent. It’s a people problem that most horses have. When we communicate sufficiently and with timing, things get in tune and just about anyone with sense becomes a “horse whisperer”

@erika527

4 жыл бұрын

Rainbowsmom1 I really wanna know why you think this horse is hurting..

@HawkinaBox

4 жыл бұрын

@@erika527 They're just trolling

What a great demonstration of the application and release of pressure at the right time. This is probably the best I’ve ever seen it done.

love how this man doesn't say " if she doesn't listen then hit her with the crop', but instead taps to annoy and teaches her that standing still when asked to is alot better and stress free :)

@dunruden9720

4 жыл бұрын

a lot

But wow look how's she a good thinker and takes that type of training very well

Its so nice to get on a horse that stands for you ! And at the end Richard did a bit of de-sentitising work to the applause. A real horseman.

So many keyboard warriors who know better. Richard has been doing this for a very long time and can get a tune out of a lot of reluctant horses. What people have to remember is that this is a 45 minute slot in a large day of demos, he has probably only just met the horse and has to work with what is in front of him. He could very easily have said, "this horse has a slight pain issue so we won't bother today, all of you people who have paid for the demo just take my word for it that the problem can be fixed." Instead he has given a demonstration of HIS way of dealing with unwanted behaviours. The horse has not been ridden or chased round and round, so if there is a pain issue he has hardly exacerbated the problem with hard work. By the look on her face the mare is not going to take negative memories away from the day. Perhaps the "experts" should get off their high horses and be a little bit more open to someone else's way of doing things. Nobody has all the answers no matter how perfect you think you are. Personally, I enjoyed the demo and will take something away from it - remain calm when my anxious mare can't stand still.

@philvinet4145

5 жыл бұрын

IF the horse had a pain issue ,,,the ethical thing to have done was to put the horse away....period,

@rebeccacarlson9166

5 жыл бұрын

I think everyone is missing the point of the video. It's not the horse that has the problem, it's the people who don't understand horse behavior, the people who think their horse understands" human behavior" , or the lazy people who won't take the time to work with their horse on basic groundwork. Smart, loving, caring people take the time and use pressure/release techniques to humanely teach their horse what they want & what is safe for the both of them. Example: owner of this mare in the video is a great owner/rider because she's gone to this clinic to figure out what she needs to do for the horse and herself- to be more safe while getting on her horse. You should ALWAYS feel safe & trust the horse before you get in the saddle..

@csgaiao33

4 ай бұрын

Clearly he's very talented and knows his way arround horses and what they react to. But there are other ways. Maybe better maybe worse but I rather do it differently.

"She's had a good little sigh there." Lmaooo this guy is hilarious.

I never heard of him but the way he made the horse turn in circles in the beginning convinced me.

I have had Richard work with my horses in the past, he is professional, and is amazing at getting a good response quickly. he is amazing

My horse is trained to move away from pressure. He used to walk away whenever I put my foot in the stirrup. I just started working on patience with him. Every time he started walking away, I pulled him back around and made him stand there for 5 minutes and wait. Then I started moving around to be more annoying and wiggling in the saddle and making lots of noise but he still had to stand there. It's called manners and working with your horse consistently to reinforce good behaviors. My gelding is very forward and very eager to ride. But he knows he has to maintain patience and his manners.

@keelsmac01

5 жыл бұрын

JayJay the Buckskin this is release of pressure. When she head butts him he keeps pressure on by tapping her. When she moves around to the correct position he’s stops the tapping releasing pressure. Just because she’s going to him, the pressure is from the stick. Not him.

It's always amazing to bear witness to the intelligence of such a wonderful creature as the horse. Truly stunning!

After watching this a fee times I taught it to my 14 yr old mare who was so hard to mount! Especially at shows. Now she does it like an angel! This really works and has made my mare (and me) so calm. She will even do it on cue when I catch her in the pasture! It has not confused any of her established riding aids. Thank you so much for this video!

@rlckwd2

3 жыл бұрын

This was my question? Does it confuse the horse with disengaging the hq away from u?

@juliefranck8510

3 жыл бұрын

@@rlckwd2 no, It doesn’t, she still does very well with her hq yielding, I made my que very distinct by raising my arm straight up high in the air, and I also say “bring it up, bring it up” and with a certain rhythm and tone always. When first learning If she ever offered to bring it up with out asking I just put the palm of my hand where my calf goes when riding, and she step right over. It has also made her more relaxed to ride! I have no regrets teaching her this!

@rlckwd2

3 жыл бұрын

@@juliefranck8510 thank you! Will do this!

Say what you will, folks. I know this seems a bit counter-intuitive. This method works! I've tried this with my own horse and another friend's horse. Within 20 minutes, they both got it. Yes, you may have to repeat it a few times, but he's right, pretty soon you just cluck at them and around comes the butt! Great approach!

@squanru1

5 жыл бұрын

I used the same method on my gelding with mounting issues. Guess what? We have a absolutely no issues now! Last night he had an audience of at least 10 people watching us (which I thought might make him less compliant) and he wowed everyone. :) It was a proud moment for both of us.

Why is no one talking about the incredible coloring of this horse!? Gorgeous!!!

@amylange7859

5 жыл бұрын

He's clipped

@iamjustjudy

5 жыл бұрын

@@amylange7859 Thank you for the response. I didn't know that was a thing. It actually looks pretty cool. I looked it up and see it's done for good reason, not just because it looks cool.

We need more trainers like him! Excellent!

This worked absolutely beautifully. My only tip is ingnore them when they are being stroppy . My gelding gets angry when confused so was mini rearing and kicking at the stick. Keep going and remember to give 1 min ish break when they get it right. Only work for 10mins max when they are stroppy. He is now doing it after 1 week. Big thumbs up from me

@jamesmellinger8451

Жыл бұрын

What does stroppy mean?

I love horses! How cool is this! Truly amazing by just slowing down and understanding things.

Outstanding! Thumbs up for Richard Maxwell!

he's so patient! quite amazing to watch~ he should come to our stable and learn all horses honestly

Fascinating to watch. Thank you.

One of the most beautiful things I have ever seen, thank you Richard.

@Rainbowsmom1

5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful? Ignoring the horse is in pain? Did you see the back leg..and probably back pain too.

@danien2411

4 жыл бұрын

Rainbowsmom1 I can Assure you, this horse is in no pain whatsoever

Brilliant! Thank you from the Pacific Northwest, US.

my God.. Animals are amazing they need lot of love

Thank you! Great video!

You’ve taken over the evasion and my momma loves it so do I. Standing ovation for the chestnut mate 😍😍😍😉😎👍🏻💥💥💥💥😎

This is amazing! Definitely going to take these tips and steps with me with my horse!

That made my day, great video!!!

This guy is hysterical. There is more than one way for everything. Much easier to use psychology. Well done!

What a beautiful horse! Amazing, really.

10:05

Great job. Top trainer. Made it look so easy. Richard understands horse and their thought process. You nailed it Sir.

Wonderful rapport with this beautiful animal!!!!!

9:33 look at his face when that person laughs 😂

She's beautiful, and beautiful work!

Richard Maxwell is awesome! I've been around horses for 35 years and found this video to be right on the money. Richard seems to be very intuitive to the equine mind. Bravo!!

Brilliant. I learned so much in this video

This guy is awesome! Gentle and reasonable

Chestnut mare. *calls an exorcist*

@Happyheretic2308

4 жыл бұрын

As a redheaded woman, I'm saying to you, don't push your luck!!

So pleased, this worked so well! X

EXCELLENT ! Horses are SO VERY SPECIAL !! XO

well done! i like ur gentle but persistant nice way of persuasion.

Such an awesome training video and so easy to do that my 7 and 11 year old grandchildren could do this with their horses. Thanks for sharing.

Lovely! Thank you!

Great lesson. Love it

This is awesome. Great video.

She's gorgeous. 😍 Love this!

I love horses but I have never ridden one ever! This is a beautiful horse and I am not sad I somehow got here and watched this!!

Very smooth & good video!

This is great! Thank you!

Very good training video!

I'm self taught on how to mount a horse, bareback. I would just stand next to the horse, pet it and swing up onto their back. All the saddle stuff never worked for me. I had an arab/Tennessee walker mix, and used a pad because of his backbone. Had a thoroughbred that ran loose on a farm for several months that I trained to be a jumper. She went on to win several ribbons. I think kindness and daily training work best. And trust. Once they know you will be nice and not hit them, they will do anything you.

@brennapartridge9405

4 жыл бұрын

Doing that is really bad for their back,. That's why proffesionals use a block.

Amazing. So informative.

I have a 23 year old Friesian who has been Parelli trained all of his life...I can’t say enough good about the Parelli Program, which emphasizes understanding horse psychology and being safe around horses in everything we do. I can just tap across his back or lift my arm, and Marcus will side pass toward me for mounting. In the six years I have been riding him, he has never moved while mounting. I feel so blessed to have him. I did want to also share that when getting on a horse, don’t just get on and walk off right away. Vary your time of just sitting there, relaxed. The horse in this demo is very smart!

@x.sanneg

5 жыл бұрын

It's great when horses know all these kinda trics. I had to turn someone else's horse towards the wall so another horse could go behind her and when others pushed her against the wall she didn't budge, I was sticking out my arms and she moved immediately. When a horse knows what you mean and how you use things it will listen and that's amazing.

@wilsjane

5 жыл бұрын

At the end of the day, it is all about how you treat and respect an animal, rather than see it as some sort of fashion statement. I imagine that you love animals and have a good relationship with cats and dogs as well as your horse. Our daughter is a vet and like me has a genuine love of animals. While others have assistants to hold and subdue animals during treatment, they just come to her and somehow trust her, even when she is dealing with an injury. To me, it is more about the person than the animal and some people should just not own them if their is no love and respect.

@anyagetman8596

5 жыл бұрын

@@wilsjane Well said. When I go to a friend's house for the first time, they are amazed that their most scared cat, who never greets anyone, will greet me ;). On the flip side, if I encounter pit bull, it will immediately keep its distance, and start growling and snapping at me, knowing that I will not put up with even one half second of its crap, and if they come anywhere near any of my animals, I will shoot them. I've had enough of pit bulls murdering and mutilating my animals, and the message is now loud and clear to them.

@elizabethal7399

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, my horses are the same, always started from the ground up with a parelli type method. However, I do believe what John Lyons says. I went to see him many years ago, and he demonstrated how a horse can be trained to ANY cue. It is true as seen here. His method is not at all like the parelli approach to learning how to stand still at the mounting block, it actually is opposite as she is coming toward the pressure rather than away from it, but the concept is still the same, pressure to ask and release of pressure to say you got it! Stimulus, release of stimulus for the Reward. (btw my main mare I usually ride is trained to come over to me while I stand on the block and cue with a verbal to come- all accomplished by the use of pressure and release). So he is basically using pressure and release, but making the cue mean come to me instead of step away. As John Lyons says you can train a horse to any cue (just as long as we make it clear to them what you want- through the release and that timing is essential) Cheers! Fun video!

@jillsmith3093

5 жыл бұрын

Elizabeth Al - Enjoyed your comments, Elizabeth. Although I am a Parelli supporter, I agree that there are many training methods out there that are also good. At the end of the day, I always ask myself: is the method fair, and is it effective? The pressure motivates, and the release teaches the horse and no matter what, it’s our relationship and benevolent leadership with our horses that is most important.❤️🤠🐴

this was the video I needed!! gonna try this !!

Very interesting. Live this level of horse understanding.

This was very nicely done! That's how you instill confidence in your horse. It builds a partnership based on trust and mutual respect. I see so many poor examples of horsemanship on KZread, I absolutely 💓 this!

Amazing and so simple...

I taught my horse to line up to the mounting block but by moving away from pressure. He yields his hind quarters really super well, so, I used the lead rip as you usually would to move them in a small circle and move their hind end and I asked him to move his hind end, except (here's the plot twist) I was standing on his OTHER side, so essentially, he was moving into me, but still moving AWAY from pressure, which is how he was taught. While still using the lead rope and voice cues to ask him to move, I also used a dressage whip to lightly tap him to ask him to move away/into me. It took him a short 30 minutes to learn to line up to the mounting block after we had established how he was meant to move (I no longer needed to use to rope, just had to push his neck away from me and use the dressage whip). He lines up now without a dressage whip, I just point to his hind end and cluck and tada, he's moved over for me. People at my pony club wanted me to teach their kids ponies how to to it😂

@jowhite7809

4 жыл бұрын

My_Bay_Jed p

Love his methods!!!!!

I love all the ideas 💡 4 lessons with my horse And I had the circling stopped and it is safe for my little sister to mount on my geliding she is sooooo happy 😃

I have a 10-year-old OTTB. He raced for 7 years and was never taught to stand for mounting (jockeys are always thrown up into the saddle while the horse is moving). Luckily, he is a very smart gelding with a heart of gold, and really wants to please. This has been very informative.

@Doxymeister

5 жыл бұрын

He sounds like a nice horse, and you'll likely enjoy him, and he you. Your comment reminded me of my experience working as a groom for a couple of summers. The first time I helped a jockey mount, I inadvertently tossed her right over the horse. Years of tossing bales of hay and feed, and I misjudged her weight. Embarrassing, but the jockeys all laughed and I chuckle when I look back on it.

What a beautiful mare and a great trainer

This was great. And then she eats up the applause. Laughed my behind off.

The markings on this horse are absolutely beautiful.

That was BRILLIANT!!

love this guy!

beautiful horse!

This man is amazing

So many people do not understand the concept of 'pressure' and 'release from pressure' - great examples here. To a horse, 'pressure' is nagging and persistent ittitating/nagging stimulus, and 'release' means to cease the nagging. Timing is everything. I love how much collection he achieved just with mentally nagging this mare with persistent light taps, practically had her piaffing at one point with light tap-tap-tap of the stick without release of her head/impeding forward motion. Lovely animal.

These vids are so helpful.

Beautiful horse

Thank you.

taught my ottbs, both straight from the track, to come to the block, find the position, balance, stand, wait for the mount, wait to move off. did it with positive reinforcement (clicker training), no pressure or tension like this horse has, and they are truly happy and willing to be mounted. they also have a cue for going back to the block, finding the position, balancing, waiting, and then I can dismount to the block step without having to drop to the ground on my injured foot. they can do it from either side. the method here is using tension, not relaxation, to get the result. i want my horses to be willing and relaxed, then and only then are they trustworthy. it's not about the breed, color or gender, it's the relationship and training. once they learn the mounting process, there's no need to use the clicker or a treat, though I do reward them for continued excellent behavior. try it.

@kathryn5310

5 жыл бұрын

You're the type of trainer i want

@alexiaking7369

5 жыл бұрын

Amen. I’m not really Christian or anything but amen😂😂 finally, someone who understands

@kristynichols6283

5 жыл бұрын

I agree with this. This method would be awful with my OTTB. They're taught to run using adrenaline spikes. The worst thing in the world would be to try and train them to stand still to be mounted by using a method that would cause a spike of adrenaline. Kindness, consistency, firmness, patience have been what we've used, and my little mare is a dollbaby at the mounting block.

@Gumboz1953

4 жыл бұрын

I just (like w/in the past week) got an OTTB right off the track. I will need a mounting block when I start to ride him. I'm glad I saw your post.

I have always taught horses to move away from pressure. But I have a TWH that is a total brat to mount. She was clearly not treated well before she came to me and would panic when she saw a rope move to quickly. This is exactly what she needed! She picked it up rather easy and i had her coming to me at three mounting block in 30 minutes or less. This really is just a pressure and release technique. You just release when they do what you are looking for. Very simple and very calming. Thank you so very much for showing me something new. Even an old cowgirl can learn tricks :)

Testimony to the fact that horses understand and read and are sensitive to human emotions, that they think, assess, calculate and can be reasoned with. Thanks for a terrific video.

@Rainbowsmom1

5 жыл бұрын

Except he didn't understand or was sensitive to the fact that she has something wrong with her back leg r her back.I was hoping she would of knocked him into the next kingdom, maybe he would pay attention then.

Oh what a joy to watch

I'm going to try this on my mare tomorrow. Thanks for the lesson!

that horse has beautiful conformation... she is put together so well!

What a lovely horse 😊❤😀

so beautiful to watch

Smart man; smart horse. Good job.

So much patience!

Unreal, thank you

Loved it!

Wonderful....!!

"this mare is 10 years old. and she's got ants in her pants. so she's a busy, busy person." i love this man so much!!!!!

Lovely vid, thank you! :-)

Such a pretty clip

That was lovely.

I don’t know much about horses but that’s a really beautiful horse

Very helpful..

Marvelous!

this is amazing! so clever

Like this guy!👍👍👏👏