Read the cause before you respond to the behavior.
By Scott PurdumHorse Behaviorist & Rider Confidence Coach
Step 01
Understand What Bucking Really Is
Bucking is a symptom, not the root problem.
Common causes:
Excess energy
Pain or discomfort (tack fit, soreness, injury)
Confusion or unclear communication
Fear or environmental stressors
Your teaching map
Look beneath the behavior.
Select a step to explore the idea.
Focus 1
The human
Notice your own tension, posture, and expectations.
Step 02
Check the 4 Factors Behind Bucking
The next step builds on what you have just learned.
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