it was so amazing to watch her body language change from absolutely terrified to still unsure but so much more trusting of you. she seems like such a sweet, gentle mare!

Mare: “wait … I let you lift my hoof and I get pets? SOLD!” Really great seeing much a bit of patience and a kind hand goes in the long run! Bravo. ❤

It’s really great to see your care with the animals. Patience and positive reinforcement are the best teachers

We know everything isn’t ideal in this video. We filmed this video after a week of groundwork and we felt she was ready for this next step in training. We feel that she did great. Even well-trained horses can randomly pull back when tied or even kick their owners. That is the nature of horses. They are extremely sensitive. However, we stand behind the method 100%. Hope you watch the video and learn something!

These are conversations I remember from my late father from the early 50’s when he was teaching me the ways of horses. As a man in my 70’s, you have reminded me of precious memories. Thank you. Jim

That was wonderful to watch .you aren't just a wonderful farrier you are very caring as well teaching the horse to co operate with you so you can look after their hooves. Well done.

She’s a lovely little mare and it looks like you’ve brought her a long way already!

Horses are incredibly sensitive creatures and it takes time, patience and a lot of gentle encouragement to train them for anything. You’re doing a wonderful job with this girl.

I loved how careful,calm and patient you were with her

You are a very good farrier , you taught this horse well and you were so gentle with her. Good job done on this beautiful little Mare !

I have watched many a farrier shoeing a horse but I never realized how much trust is needed on the part of the horse to accomplish this procedure. Thank you for this insightful demonstration! Zs

I thought this was very respectful of the horse. He took his cues from the horse’s body signals and (relative) relaxing at each stage. I especially liked that he stroked the horse in gentle circles rather than patting with his hand, which is not restful or reassuring for a horse at all.

That was an awesome display of patience and respect. I’m glad you protect yourself as well. Thank you for posting. Blessings to you

As others may have, I was watching her right eye. It went from a terrified wide expression to calm. Amazing work. What confidence and knowledge.

I really like watching these farriers over others. They really have been taught very well! 🙌🏽

Your patience and kindness is amazing.

This is one of the most dangerous and necessary things that a horse needs to do… You’re doing a fantastic job

Fascinating to see the process - not to rush - being calm - loving horses. I have a retired greyhound who hated having his muddy feet cleaned, I now usethe technique of running my hands down from his shoulder to his paws for the front and from his hip downwards at the back. He now leans into me as I do this and shifts his weight ready for the next foot. Works a treat.

That mare is smart as a whip. Wonderful work you've done with her. ❤️

Thank you for sharing your gentle patient training of this horse. Sharing your knowledge will save a lot of horses with your having thus trained their owners. Masterclass education!

That was a wonderful lesson. Not all horses are fortunate enough to know your gentle touch. Thank you. Kindness goes a long way, little by little. 😉👍🥰

Outstanding video. Teaching a nervous animal to trust you needs a lot of patience and understanding.

Poor baby! Thank you for helping her and not giving up on her.

I wanted to thank you all at Idaho Horseshoeing School for sharing these videos of these beautiful horses, and how you work with them, to help to train them in order to keep them healthy and happy. My GrandDad was Farrier in the Army during WWI. I enjoy watching the process of training, and how you keep their hooves healthy. God Bless your work.

really a nice tutorial. Quite exceptional. I would add that for the average owner the addition of a hard hat / skull cap and chest protector are prudent additions to safety

Damm, he is not only a master Farrier but a cowboy as well. Seeing him roping that Mare with ease, just proves that he is very good with horses. 👍👍

Fascinating to watch how humans communicate with animals, and to know we've been doing this for thousands of years. Two intelligent creatures talking to one another despite lacking a common language. A creature that could kill you with a single kick, learning to give its leg to be cared for and treated without hurting its care taker.

HOW WONDERFUL THE WAY YOU CARE FOR HER AND REASSURE HER TO HAVE A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE THUS MAKING YOUR JOB EASIER SAFER AND ALSO PLEASANT FOR HER I RESPECT YOUR JOB GREATLY TY FOR BEING A GREAT HUMAN BEING

Awesome video, I enjoyed that immensely. Different than your regular trimming videos, but easily more important. If the horse doesn't trust you, it doesn't matter how good a trimmer you are, you'll never get that hoof done.

You're so kind. Blessings to you. Thanks for this video.

First of all, can we just appreciate that lasso catch on the first try!? Great job on the taming and touch. Wow!

I think your quiet soothing voice helps her feel comfortable also.

So wonderful to see this. Taking your time and being caring and understanding gives the horse the opportunity to do what you want her to do. We’ll done amazing calmness and tips. Thank you!

Even for those of us who have never had the joy and pleasure of owning a horse this helps us to learn about the techniques needed for caring for one.

As a farrier myself I can never understand why horse owners don’t handle legs when the horse is 100kg rather than wait for it to be 500kg and think it’s now the farriers job . What’s worse is the amount of owners with horses like this that expect the farrier will also do it at no charge just because he’s shoeing two others for the client . I gave up working with horses like this a long time ago because I felt my time and expertise making the horse safer for all involved and 2nd a more sellable animal never got the recognition or financial compensation I deserved.

I really like this man he's laying down some good wisdom about horses how to approach them and handle them. Thank you for your lesson sir

I’m actually very scared of horses but I enjoy watching farrier work. I realize they are kind of like dogs with the body language - the ears and the eyes seems to be big indicators of mood. They also seem to respond well to positive reinforcement!

This was wonderful and I loved hearing your expertise and insight. I hope you do a lot more of this type of educational video!

Can you imagine the abuse and torture this beautiful animal had with such intense fear of a human. So sad.

This is an excellent video. It shows how gentle and kindness is the best way to train a beautiful animal.

I loved her eyes when you went to get the rope , they looked like she was thinking 'ok what's he going to do now.'

I’ve been watching your videos and I’ve been amazed how quietly the horses stand when you pick up their feet and work on them. Just amazing!!!!

She’s going to be a good horse with your patient training! That was a beautiful process to watch!

Just fantastic to see such a positive way of handling your horse with love and respect

You show a great deal of empathy, understanding her reactions and the reasons why and show a lot positivity and patience. There's a life lesson here, and wisdom.

knowing how scared horses can be in unfamiliar situations, i think thia is an excellent example of how intelligent they are as well

This is exactly what we had with a irish cob mare from Ireland. It did cost me a couple of weeks and i did it the same way. I always stayed close to her when the farrier came. In the longer run she completely trusted me and the farrier

Amazing. I love how you just take your time and realize the horse actually wants your help.

ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!!! EXACTLY WHAT I DO WORKING WITH HORSES, TO CONNECT WITH THEM & BUILD TRUST SPENDING TIME WITH THEM!!

What a great video demonstrating patience and care for such a frightened girl! 💚

Amazing to see her calm down in 9 minutes. My big reward was when she turned to look and I saw that pretty blaze on her pretty face! Hope you can get that hoof trimmed and comfortable soon.

Your technique is so wonderful. Nice to see you so respectful and patient!

You are all so amazing! You do such an amazing and respectful job with this sensitive animals. Thank you so much for treating them so kind, with so much love! Great job!

Would love to see part 2 to this.

What a calm, lovely mare! I find that often it's much easier with a horse that's had nothing done with them, rather than ones who have had a terrible experience. I especially remember one horse who had previously been thrown and tied up to be trimmed. Because the owners weren't able to pick up any of the feet, I never did get those hinds trimmed. A horse like that seriously fights for its life when you try to take those hinds legs!

What an intelligent beauty! Not only did she do a great job... you are an amazing horseman. Much respect...🦋💜💜💜💜💜💜💜🦋

You exhibit so much patience and understanding. Wonderful job!

You are so good with them. She was so scared but it was great to see how you could work with her gently.

Mind blown! What amazing progress. Living in the city, I will likely never own or interact with horses in this manner but I still love learning about it. Great video!

This is an excellent video demonstrating learning for both horse and owners showing care, patience and understanding, aswell as the use of natural horsemanship. Well done.

You are such a kind, understanding and knowledgeable person. What a blessing for these horses. Wow. Thank you, God!

Such a great approach to reassuring a horse to trust you. She went from almost panicking to gradually trusting.

Thank you so much. I'm new to horse ownership and I've been looking for a video just like this. Thank you, thank you!!

I love these kinds of stuff. Training horses is so mind-blowing yet simple.

That was beautiful!!

Loved tbis episode. She's a lucky horse to have you help her through this new process . Thank you

I do not know the name of this farrier but he knows what he is doing and he knows horses. His style was also calming and easy to follow. Enjoyed learning this. Well done!

You are doing great with this beautiful but nervous 🐴 horse. thank you for caring and not forcing her.

Such a gorgeous little mare. Chestnut mares seem hypersensitive compared to others. At least, mine have been. It’s like they have more nerves and higher octane adrenaline compared to “lame bay gelding #9”. As I age, I find myself more and more appreciative of “lame bay gelding #9”…

You Are Awesome. Thank You for your Patience and Kindness.

Hey,...Always amazing work by all.

Wonderful to see how kind and understanding you are.

You guys are so incredible! I love to watch you handling horses and building horse shoes to solve issues…

This was incredible to see. She was catching on really fast.

This brings home the importance of early handling for foals.

Compassionate Trainer.. He has a pure soul and heart.. Just what she needed..

WOW! Thank you for being such a strong and caring leader with this horse

I loved her being super sensitive and alert at the beginning, her ears, and then seeing her relaxed and her needs taken care of (hopefully) was my reward ❤️ Thank you, great lesson in kindness!!! Why didn't you also talk to her, eye to eye, or you don't do it with the new horses?

That was fascinating!

Seeing this is absolutely wonderful - thank you for sharing.

This was a brilliant demonstration. Thank you. ❤

That made me smile. Nice video to watch on a Sunday.

for any newbies watching remember that horses have a right-left brain which means they don't automatically transfer knowledge from one side to the other. So you have to repeat all the training steps when you go to the opposite side

LOVE THESE VIDEOS. YOU ARE ALL SO GREAT AND CARING!

Kind and gentle DOES THE TRICK 👍

wow, you are a master of your craft, this was very interesting!

I love how informative this video is. Would love to see more information in some of the trimming videos. Great video!!

Nice demonstration of pressure and release with proper timing, rhythm, and feel.

Wow very amazing , so happy you are gentle and caring with these horses ❤and also the way you explain and teach is very informative 😊

Well done! Excellent horsemanship.

This reminded me of Steve Young horsemanship. You are showing her that you will safely lead her and she doesn't need to be fearful.

I love watching people train who have the patience that you do. I have seen some videos of folks training and they shouldn't even be allowed to own an animal!!!

What a beautiful mare. Thank you for all you do. ❤️

Excellent video! You could really see the change in her demeanor..

Amazing. The person, the horse and the information. Thank you.

thank you for doing this to help her. 🙏 patience and understanding and communication.

She is a beauty! I hope there will be more videos of her as she comes along

NEVER ever tie a scared horse like that. They can fatally injure themselves. The round pen you had there was a much better option if you're in a hurry. If you're not in a hurry you can cheat with treats to let them approach you and just bond with them over time like horses do in the wild, through trust and affection. I don't like to "tell people what to do" with their horses but when it comes to horse safety I have to say it. You're kind to them. Even the way you put her hoof back on the ground shows you are very gentle. People that are experienced and confident enough, would ideally do it with a horse untied so they don't risk hurting or even killing themselves.

She never kicked out once oh my gosh I love her and you giving her the time and not rushing her is exactly what she needs I still can't believe that she did not try to kick once when you picked up her foot even when you tapped on it oh my gosh I'm so impressed and happy for you, what a wonderful thing we had a farrier once that hit a mare right in her stomach with that big file thing she flew backwards broke the cross ties and ran up the driveway like so far it took me an hour to catch her he used to do like you know 10 or more horses a day on our farm but that was the end of it end of him at our farm anyway because you could tell he was just tired of his job and working with horses and if I had known that he was like that he never would have stepped foot on our farm we're in New Jersey, mullica Hill anyway your patience and caring and the time that you put in it's just so impressive and I may have already said this but will make all the difference in the world with these horses that you work with this man really likes you ✌🏼👍🏼 you definitely know a lot about handling horses and what they need to learn that every little thing isn't going to kill them LOL

Wow! Thank you for sharing this with someone like me who has no equine experience. Calming to watch you with her.