Horse training
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Horse training is the variety of practices that teach horses to perform certain behaviors when commanded to do so by humans. Horses are trained to be manageable by humans for everyday care as well as
A horse being trained on the longe line
Effective communication and harmony between horse and rider are among the goals of proper training.
Horses too young to be ridden are trained to accept a halter, taught basic skills, manners, and become accustomed to human activity. Some, like this yearling, are shown in conformation classes.
A horse being longed with a surcingle and side reins
Noseband
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A noseband is the part of a horse's bridle that encircles the nose and jaw of the horse. In English riding, where the noseband is separately attached to its own headstall or crownpiece, held independe
Parade horse regalia, showing a noseband attached to a bridle, an example of a noseband used primarily for style, though it also is the point of attachment for a standing martingale.
Classic English-style Cavesson Noseband
Flash noseband
Figure-eight noseband.