Horse & Rider

Shut Down Successfully

BEING ABLE TO EFFECTIVELY ask your horse to slow down from a faster speed is an important maneuver in an event like reining where you’re required to go from fast to slow multiple times and make it look effortless. Outside of the show pen, it’s a great way to see how well your horse is listening and responding to your cues.

Mastering a maneuver like this takes time, patience, and

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