Training Dutch show jumper: When Horses Choose by Mia Lykke Nielsen

Поділитися
Вставка
  • Опубліковано 27 сер 2013
  • Mia Lykke Nielsen trains Dutch show jumper - When Horses Choose.
    ✉️ Send us an email: mail@whenhorseschoose.com
    🐴 Subscribe to get more information on how to train your horse: / @whenhorseschoose
    🐴 Visit When Horses Choose on Facebook: / whenhorseschoose
    🐴 Visit When Horses Choose on Instagram: / whenhorseschoose
    🖥 Visit When Horses Choose website: www.whenhorseschoose.com

КОМЕНТАРІ • 1,9 тис.

  • @rin-chan3017
    @rin-chan3017 5 років тому +1363

    "If you can't control your horse the bit won't help you anyway, it's just going to create pain." THIS 🙏❤️

    • @elleryl5681
      @elleryl5681 5 років тому +17

      Not to mention horses are flight animals(they run away from pain)

    • @dani-eh3tf
      @dani-eh3tf 5 років тому +26

      But if you cant control your horse with a bitless bridle wont the horse feel the pressure on its face since a bitless bridle is face pressure and a bit is mouth? Some of the horses at my barn don’t like the pressure on their face. If you cant control your horse you shouldn’t really be on it because im sure pain all over the face is really not fun

    • @elleryl5681
      @elleryl5681 5 років тому +44

      dani your not supposed to control your horse with a bit or bridle.. For the most part you should use your leg. Plus trust me a bit isn’t going to stop your house from bucking or running off with you. You need a relationship and trust with your horse without that no bit or bridle will save you(a painful one may make it worse). If you don’t use any equipment correctly(pressure and release) then it leads to pain and an angry horse. The bridle is nothing more than a communication tool not a threat:)

    • @KellyeR1970
      @KellyeR1970 5 років тому +11

      @@elleryl5681 you just said everything I was going to say, good to a least some people understand horses, not many do but a lot claim to.

    • @dshe8637
      @dshe8637 5 років тому +6

      It's the whip here that's getting the horse's attention.

  • @veritasreigns
    @veritasreigns 5 років тому +1336

    You don't realise how BIG horses are until they decide to make their presence felt...

    • @martialme84
      @martialme84 5 років тому +19

      Can confirm.
      Am in no way small among humans, but with a horse... Yeah, no.

    • @TheProlinium
      @TheProlinium 5 років тому +2

      Rubbish !!!

    • @veritasreigns
      @veritasreigns 5 років тому +28

      Haaaa I've had a massive old Percheron mare run away with me, into old growth forest. As a purely prey animal their flight reflex is not to be gainsaid. I had to do a flying dismount to avoid being terminally clotheslined.

    • @laraweasil
      @laraweasil 5 років тому +6

      @@TheProlinium why rubbish?

    • @mint83
      @mint83 5 років тому +16

      @@TheProlinium If you're going to call it rubbish you should at least explain why

  • @SwedBaben
    @SwedBaben 4 роки тому +269

    "she's shaking her head to show me that I am the leader Im in control"
    Horse walks Up behind her and stares into camera *youre damn right*

    • @kilroy2517
      @kilroy2517 4 роки тому +6

      "I'm right here. I don't appreciate you referring to me in the 3rd person."

  • @elineeugenie5224
    @elineeugenie5224 5 років тому +180

    'It's not your job to be scared, that's my job' that is amazing❤️

  • @Oakleaf700
    @Oakleaf700 7 років тому +700

    Beautiful markings on this mare. I do love a dappled grey. :)

    • @CynthiaSchoenbauer
      @CynthiaSchoenbauer 5 років тому +6

      Stunning! And her wild spirit makes her something dreams are made of!!!

    • @jadiemarble3298
      @jadiemarble3298 5 років тому +3

      Oakleaf700 same!!!! If I could have any horse pattern it would be dapple grey! (Depending on the horses physical aspects...)

    • @claudiariedel5777
      @claudiariedel5777 4 роки тому

      Mia is getting her exercise in a day.I am learning so much valuable information from her training vids. This performance requires much patience and nerve. Mare knows that Mia is no match compared to any person. Love your videos!🐴

    • @shrekscumslut1341
      @shrekscumslut1341 4 роки тому

      I can't believe I didn't want a dapple before I got my gelding who happens to be a dapple gray she colour I HATED .now I love the colour

    • @goawayandlearnsomedamnmann1391
      @goawayandlearnsomedamnmann1391 4 роки тому

      She's beautiful. I'm a widowed mom with two young boys and I had a horse but I had to sell her when Gray passed away. I miss her so much 😭.

  • @HorsesandCourage
    @HorsesandCourage 5 років тому +50

    Finally someone who's trying to help a horse understand rather then beating it into submission! Not going to lie it was stressful to see her get dragged and approach her when i thought she was just going to get kicked in the face, but the horse wasn't aggressive, just dominate and insecure about following humans. See it in dogs all the time. Great video!

  • @deenibeeniable
    @deenibeeniable 4 роки тому +17

    I don't have a horse. I've never had a horse. I've ridden a horse once & it was like driving a car with no brakes & no steering wheel. Still, I stumbled upon this video & I love every second of it. I don't believe any animal should be trained with pain or fear, so this lady has my deep respect, & I'm enjoying how she describes the horse's communicating with her through its body. For all animals, that's all they have. So important to listen.

    • @frodev728
      @frodev728 4 роки тому +1

      Same here. UA-cam put this other video in my recommended yesterday and I clicked it and really enjoyed the process and the way she does what she does. ua-cam.com/video/ITpWiOaf_r4/v-deo.html

  • @chewey_1991
    @chewey_1991 5 років тому +562

    the horse: "so I got a problem owner. she just doesn't understand me."

    • @irisb6323
      @irisb6323 4 роки тому +15

      Luckily she was willing to understand her! :)

    • @kcb5336
      @kcb5336 4 роки тому +5

      Anja
      That’s 99% the truth too.

    • @WhaleCommunicators
      @WhaleCommunicators 3 роки тому

      LOL - you got a problem attitude that I see!!!

    • @KatJ3st
      @KatJ3st 3 роки тому +3

      exactly. Just listening to the owner speak I could figure that out

    • @hibas801
      @hibas801 3 роки тому

      FEI Material trainer with young horses NEW PAGE Subscribe please @UCQWHYoKJDSW922aUfuKjLxQ

  • @omgequine
    @omgequine 7 років тому +192

    "if you stand still I can take your clothes off.." HAHA that was the best. What a beautiful mare

  • @lyssakate
    @lyssakate 7 років тому +645

    This woman is a revelation. I had an ah ha! Moment when she talked about it not being the horse's responsibility to worry about being scared, we will let them know if there is something to be scared of because WE are the herd leader. I wish my first trainer had taught me this with my first horse! (A green, spooky, herd-bound Arab mare.) Every time she spooked I would get scared and try to let her check it out to calm down and I ended up on my butt at a lot of horse shows, in tears and so frustrated. Thank you ma'am!

    • @khalidkhalidd7927
      @khalidkhalidd7927 6 років тому +12

      Lyssa
      Hi Lyssa
      I agree with you. Mia has a wonderful technique.
      The Frenshy

    • @baley9774
      @baley9774 5 років тому +14

      I have come to realize there are a lot of trainers who just don't know this herd leader mindset. Mia is one of the few that do know. David Lee Archer is another great trainer who understands how horses think and communicate.

    • @Shewolfen
      @Shewolfen 5 років тому +8

      I was always taught too and read in books, if a horse is spooky to let them check out whatever it is and see it's nothing to be afraid of. It sounds like you were afraid of her being afraid and she picked up on your reaction.

    • @HollyJordan15
      @HollyJordan15 5 років тому +6

      Lyssa it’s the same with dogs.

    • @Galemor1
      @Galemor1 5 років тому +14

      The horse doesn't understand that the rider is afraid of the horse spooking and then falling of, the horse only senses that the "leader" is worried as well, so that means this must be something really dangerous..
      I try to figure out what the horse is worried about, then I will maybe do something like: oooh look at those scary trashcans, my good they are probably containing monsters (with this joking voice you use when you try to scare children, while you are laughing inside)
      Sometimes it works, sometimes the horse needs you to push its boundaries.
      I once used 30 min to pass a trampoline, one step, waiting, one step, more waiting, two steps back, waiting, forward, waiting, but we passed it and the horse grew some inches just from this experience.

  • @ddeonu9301
    @ddeonu9301 4 роки тому +228

    THIS HORSE IS FREAKING BEAUTIFUL 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

  • @kermitscooter-ankle5005
    @kermitscooter-ankle5005 4 роки тому +56

    It made me laugh when she said “lemme check the mouth,” proceeds to stick her hand in the mouth. lmaooo

  • @gkarenstratton
    @gkarenstratton 5 років тому +888

    For so many critics, she sure got good results. She's not domineering and doesnt use fear ("who's the boss") yet gets good results. Shes firm but loving. Just a different style, not inferior. Glad she uses no bit!

    • @hadesdaughter381
      @hadesdaughter381 5 років тому +26

      Yes! My father and I fight all the time. Because he wants to dominate the horse. The horse needs to follow you.

    • @notagain779
      @notagain779 5 років тому +19

      @@hadesdaughter381, I don't think a horse needs to be dominated or shown "who's boss." That only causes fear in them. It's my strong opinion that when a horse is trying to fight you, it's only fear, not that the horse is trying to dominate the human. A horse won't take the lead of the human, when uppermost in their mind is protecting themselves. I like this trainer, and I agree that a horse responds well to a calm voice.

    • @ellencederstrom1299
      @ellencederstrom1299 5 років тому +7

      Gerri WithAnI yes she use domineering many times throughout this video.

    • @ginawhisnant9966
      @ginawhisnant9966 5 років тому +20

      She totally dominated the mare. The keeping her moving and applying pressure until the mare stopped and started to lick and chew is showing her who is boss.

    • @notagain779
      @notagain779 5 років тому +17

      @@ginawhisnant9966, When I think of the word domination, I think of it as instilling fear through punishment, which I don't think she's doing to the mare. It appears that the mare eventually decides for herself that Mia is okay and can be trusted. Just my interpretation of it. I had a similar headstrong horse with a difficult beginning of abuse, and what I learned over time was that he needed to feel safe, and that he could trust me. It took several months, though for me, and not days. Mia got very fast results with this mare.

  • @jerrybobteasdale
    @jerrybobteasdale 5 років тому +346

    She's not fearless. She *pays close attention,* and sees no evident danger in the attitude of the horse. If the horse sees you, and isn't distracted, it won't purposely hurt you unless it wants to. And most horses will indicate when they want to hurt you. She would pick up that signal. The big thing for her method is that smallish, enclosed pen with no distractions of noise or sight. The horse has much fewer things to think about.

    • @sarahharrison4780
      @sarahharrison4780 5 років тому +2

      She also does training on some of her videos out doors too ☺

    • @masas19
      @masas19 4 роки тому +6

      I mean, I'm sure that is all true. But what benefit is there to stand behind horse or going under the horse? Seems like she likes to show off to make herself seem like a guru.

    • @traceylee8547
      @traceylee8547 4 роки тому +26

      @@masas19 Actually there is a huge benefit,,#1 you are presenting yourself to the horse as someone who can be trusted because you are showing them that you trust them enough to do this. #2 This is also a very effective tool to help evaluate where the horses mind is at, I use this a lot to help me decide how much harder I can push a horse's level of tolerance, whether I need to stay where I am at or if I need to back-off a little bit or if I can give them a little more challenge. Each time I successfully push the envelope the horse gains a little bit more confidence in himself and trust in me.

    • @NarrowPathDiaries
      @NarrowPathDiaries 4 роки тому +20

      massrandom Being able to go under & behind a horse is going to help a veterinarian and/or a farrier A LOT!

    • @mamagong478
      @mamagong478 4 роки тому +1

      You ARE jealous tho!

  • @gabriellecimon
    @gabriellecimon 5 років тому +224

    I used this technique for my stallion that was just starting to understand he's stronger and worked like magic! everyone's in admiration thank you! more videos please!!! xxx

  • @globaloptimatarot3676
    @globaloptimatarot3676 5 років тому +275

    The connection Mia has with horses is touching, unbelievable, and the horse makes the DECISION of its own free will. What a GORGEOUS girl.

    • @CynthiaSchoenbauer
      @CynthiaSchoenbauer 5 років тому +7

      Gorgeous is the perfect word for that horse. She represents everything I would want in a beautiful, wild animal!

  • @kristijohnson5675
    @kristijohnson5675 7 років тому +361

    Super interesting approach and it does appear to work. This trainer has a fearless, wonderful calm mind. Zen.

    • @alainanelson4710
      @alainanelson4710 5 років тому +21

      It seems too many people on this page aren't acknowledging or realizing that this IS a horse who has already been broke to ride and jump but has missed part of her basic and much needed training....respect. I agree this trainer is fearless and like many other accomplished trainers reads her horse well.

    • @philippechevereau9818
      @philippechevereau9818 5 років тому

      I suggest you watch the documentary “buck” about buck branaman. You may find it interesting ... and entertaining

    • @jerrybobteasdale
      @jerrybobteasdale 5 років тому +7

      She's not fearless. She pays close attention, and sees no evident danger in the attitude of the horse. If the horse sees you, and isn't distracted, it won't purposely hurt you unless it wants to. And most horses will indicate when they want to hurt you. The big thing for her method is that smallish, enclosed pen with no distractions of noise or sight. The horse has much fewer things to think about.

  • @Turboy65
    @Turboy65 5 років тому +95

    That's a BIG horse, and what a gorgeous mover.

  • @victoriayamen8923
    @victoriayamen8923 5 років тому +38

    A most compassionate and intuitive horse whisperer. Hauntingly beautiful horse and trainer.

  • @samanthasowell6350
    @samanthasowell6350 5 років тому +94

    Horse attitude is like I'm not a mean B I'm just the main B and you're gonna have to show me a good reason why I shouldn't be lol

    • @petakreku6761
      @petakreku6761 4 роки тому

      I think it is to sad to be lol.... this is not a quiet approximation for the horse it is laud and scary....

  • @sidilicious11
    @sidilicious11 5 років тому +237

    The change in the looks of this mare from when she came in in the beginning all stiff and defiant, to at the end, relaxing and enjoying being with people! How wonderful for her owner to have such a caring and talented trainer help her horse. Just wonderful.

    • @janetlewis7381
      @janetlewis7381 5 років тому +7

      Bravo! This trainer is amazing. I love her technique. To accomplish so much in just 2 days.

    • @gerrycoleman7290
      @gerrycoleman7290 Рік тому

      She does not have a damn clue about horses.

  • @joydevoted2259
    @joydevoted2259 5 років тому +571

    This trainer is very intuitive with impeccable reading of the horse and great timing in a style that completely works for her. There is so much to 'see' here that is not obvious at all. I wouldnt recommend any amateur try and copy any of this. thanks for the video, such a lovely 'feel'

    • @charlainelatta7925
      @charlainelatta7925 5 років тому +4

      Torturing this poor horse

    • @silverlizzy
      @silverlizzy 5 років тому +23

      @@charlainelatta7925 Charlaine Latta this is not for you amateurs so don't even try to understand.
      Joy Devoted, I think exactly like you do and love the work Mia do with the horses.

    • @moonharp
      @moonharp 5 років тому +29

      Charlaine Latta You are very fortunate, indeed, that you have absolutely no idea what torture is.

    • @moonharp
      @moonharp 5 років тому +23

      She was absolute salvation for this confused mare. 🙏🏻

    • @dawnbennett2625
      @dawnbennett2625 5 років тому +11

      I love that she will not strike the horse with the whi

  • @Msrosy145
    @Msrosy145 5 років тому +39

    I’d rather this way of training rather than just riding and breaking it. This woman is a genius. 💞💖

  • @carolynevers7924
    @carolynevers7924 4 роки тому +6

    This is fascinating. I train dogs, found this video by accident and am mesmerized at the similarities of training methods I use with dogs and what you are using with horses. Beautiful work that you do!!!

  • @lukaspunjab7407
    @lukaspunjab7407 5 років тому +13

    I love the way even if she frustrated she hugs them and shows them love to calm them down, she understands horses and acts as if she’s the leader in the herd, she’s great despite what others have to say

    • @joycemorrell1293
      @joycemorrell1293 Місяць тому

      All these problem horses online! I have had seven horses over the years and I never had a horse who would not listen to me and who was not kind and patient. All these horses were outside most of their lives. Winter included. They lived with other horses. They loved to be ridden because they got to go places and do interesting things. They loved to come back home, nicely tired and have a good roll and a rest. They loved attention, they did their best to accomplish what I asked them to do.
      All this business with control problems and frustrated horses is something I had little contact with. It seems so unnecessary to me. All my horses were good friends to me.

  • @intoxicatedbytea
    @intoxicatedbytea 4 роки тому +45

    This reminds me of a riding lesson I had during my holidays a few months back. Before my instructor even put me on the horse, I had to stay on the ground and lead it around without a lead rope or any tools. I think riding would be a lot kinder if everyone had to spend at least five minutes such walking or standing around with their horse before a lesson.

    • @ElSueno97
      @ElSueno97 4 роки тому +1

      Completely agree I plan to go horseback riding soon and I would spend any amount of time I could on or off any horse. They’re amazing creatures

  • @louskunt9798
    @louskunt9798 2 роки тому +2

    Ok UA-cam algorithm. You got me again. I’ve never had any interest in horses or training them but here I am caught in an hours long marathon of watching this amazing lady help this wonderful creature to learn. ☺️

  • @maddiemason1817
    @maddiemason1817 5 років тому +104

    I love how she’s not afraid. Even though the horse is so big and out of control sometimes

    • @friesianlife7943
      @friesianlife7943 4 роки тому +1

      Maddie Mason shes not that big tho but she did amazing job

    • @darkiee69
      @darkiee69 4 роки тому +6

      No need for her to be afraid. She reads that horse like it's a childrens book, shen knows what it's going to do before the horse knows it itself.

    • @WhaleCommunicators
      @WhaleCommunicators 3 роки тому +1

      her not being afraid is key - the horse telepathically and energetically will immediately feel that in the person engaging them. So use your heart - beam strong confident love from your heart and with Mia's method that horse will do what you want them to and amaze everyone around you. And you will have a much happier horse companion who knows you really get them on this level. It will change your relationship.

    • @jenniferkitchener2048
      @jenniferkitchener2048 3 роки тому +1

      @@WhaleCommunicators My daughter is training a yearling colt, he is an absolute defiant sod. But when Sam goes out to see him she has to make sure she is happy with a smile, or he wont even acknowledge her. Baby steps is winning.

  • @jvisualrrenders3810
    @jvisualrrenders3810 5 років тому +11

    I am in tears right now. I gave up on horse riding although it was my passion. If only I had this channel ten years ago. I lost my mare I wish I could have ridden her one more time... I gave up too soon.

    • @lizxu322
      @lizxu322 3 роки тому +1

      Never too late to start again.

  • @joelcaudill4185
    @joelcaudill4185 5 років тому +32

    I feel relaxed watching and hearing your voice. Thank you for your kindness.

  • @suelawson7273
    @suelawson7273 4 роки тому +12

    My horse Carl (who's in heaven now ❤) had a major attitude problem. When I was riding him, for the first few months whenever he touched grass, he would take off, (me clinging on like a frightened limpet). Being faced with selling him, I realised I just loved him, spiky as he was. So I simply decided to walk him everywhere, avoid grass or any opportunity to take off again. We honestly did that for a whole year. We just walked everywhere. One day we came to a short grass verge, and I decided to ask for a canter. I could feel how surprised he was! He never tried to take off again. I just realised that someone had found he was a speed demon (he was bloody fast!) and that's all they'd made him do. We were together from him being 9, to 34. I rode him till he was 30. What a boy 💗

    • @rosiecesareo8092
      @rosiecesareo8092 9 місяців тому

      That's beautiful! Thank you for leaving this comment.

  • @tiffsaver
    @tiffsaver 4 роки тому +5

    I love to watch your videos so much that I think that I've seen this one a DOZEN times, Mia. I already tried these techniques on my wife, and now she's fully trained!! JUST KIDDING!!!

  • @zaknefain100
    @zaknefain100 4 роки тому +15

    She's a beautiful, free spirit. The horse is cute too. 😊

  • @Laggin6
    @Laggin6 5 років тому +370

    I love how she kisses all the horses she's training.

    • @wholeNwon
      @wholeNwon 4 роки тому

      Yeah? How do you think a horse views it? He's a prey animal now isolated from the safety of a herd.

    • @christianrqq
      @christianrqq 4 роки тому +5

      wholeNwon oh please

    • @WhaleCommunicators
      @WhaleCommunicators 3 роки тому +5

      Mia uses her heart all through her training. You (the viewer as well as the horse) are immediately drawn to her from the time she begins her many forms of communicaiton with the horse. She's so gentle and a beautiful person inside and out. And then to see this just in the most serene & beautiful way transfer to the horse.
      This is the way it was always suppose to be - LOVING kind and gentle - all animals of any species prefer this . . . . and look at what you get back when applied.
      ☮♡~♡♡♡ ° 。 ˚ • ♡ ˚ .˛ 。 ° L♡ve-The Greater L♡ve~ ° 。 ˚ • ♡ ˚ ♡ ♡

    • @papkenro
      @papkenro 3 роки тому

      @@WhaleCommunicators very true I dont see the same affection coming from the owner thats the main problem she just wants to use the horse for show jumping without affection and thats a big problem ... the horse seems not to trust the owner

    • @steveb2145
      @steveb2145 3 роки тому

      yes and her voice is re assuring in tone..trust is developed.

  • @465marko
    @465marko 5 років тому +2

    This was great and I like how realistic it was. The horse didn't always comply, it took some time. Not like some miracle videos where within 10 minutes the horse goes from wild to completely bomb-proof doing exactly what it's asked.
    Really great, and she explains her approach very simply so we can understand the ideas behind it.

  • @andrewheavenridge3099
    @andrewheavenridge3099 4 роки тому +2

    This woman is training horses that other trainers can't train. THAT is genuine horse spirit right there

  • @JH-lz4ky
    @JH-lz4ky 5 років тому +138

    Many trainers here trolling all the horse videos to instill a fear of learning trying to keep information from being spread. Notice they never have an active channel with videos to help people learn.

    • @kimberley1449
      @kimberley1449 5 років тому +8

      Try Think like a horse, you will enjoy it.

    • @chelseabrockmeier7602
      @chelseabrockmeier7602 5 років тому +1

      Lol of course not, they want you to pay for lessons.

    • @laraweasil
      @laraweasil 5 років тому +7

      @@kimberley1449 Unless you're a women who likes the colour pink tho eh ;)

    • @HawkinaBox
      @HawkinaBox 5 років тому

      @@kimberley1449 I second that channel

    • @aflaz171
      @aflaz171 5 років тому

      Fuck off with ya troll shit.

  • @hugeelen
    @hugeelen 5 років тому +5

    The owner ( and the previous owners) had many years to educate the horse and they did not succeed while Mia is fixing it in 2 days. Just so wonderful of her.

  • @cherylwilliams3545
    @cherylwilliams3545 5 років тому +14

    Wonderful! Effective, gentle but firm trainer. You can tell trainer loves horses, and they know it!

  • @moniquebreier5908
    @moniquebreier5908 5 років тому +18

    Mia knows her shit and that is completely obvious here! Love her knowledge and the way she works with this beautiful beast! I could listen to her talk for hours!

    • @kyzor-sosay6087
      @kyzor-sosay6087 4 роки тому +1

      Monique Breier me too,this young lady is amazing and a gift to horses and their owners.

  • @LaughingblueSu
    @LaughingblueSu 5 років тому +9

    The horse moved like silk and oh, the dapple grey! The young lady was beautiful and took instruction well, with a positive attitude. The trainer is a miracle worker.

  • @jadeasmith1270
    @jadeasmith1270 4 роки тому +5

    I love you sm and I have only started watching you for an hour. You are so loving and you can actually understand your horse and control it without abuse. You are definitely my favorite trainer from now on

  • @shayekisitu
    @shayekisitu 5 років тому +12

    This horse is “Magnificent.” What a beauty. 👌🏻

  • @wsurfs
    @wsurfs 5 років тому +9

    Another excellent training session...!! The mare is a beauty...!! Also, she did very well being in a new environment with new people...! I think she'll be a great show jumper..!! I learned a lot..!! THANK YOU...!!!

  • @kaemoss4371
    @kaemoss4371 5 років тому +34

    Her markings are so beautiful

  • @jeanhargis7333
    @jeanhargis7333 5 років тому +32

    This trainer is amazing. Such respect for the horse and it is so wonderful to see a horse being riden without a bit. Have always hated bits as the horse always seems so uncomfortable. The owner is going to be wonderful as she wants her horse to be happy!

  • @khaleesi4210
    @khaleesi4210 5 років тому +1

    This is such an intelligent way to train a horse. You can see the mare learning and deciding to trust. Beautiful!

  • @Mrs.TJTaylor
    @Mrs.TJTaylor 5 років тому +34

    Magnificent. I’m transfixed. Same principle with dogs, exactly.

  • @baylaschauer3122
    @baylaschauer3122 5 років тому +131

    I think she is fantastic!

  • @sidilicious11
    @sidilicious11 4 роки тому +5

    Every so often I watch this again. I notice new things and savor the experience. Thank you Mia for sharing and showing us what’s possible.

    • @Satanxxxxxx
      @Satanxxxxxx 4 роки тому +1

      Everytime I watch this I learn something new

    • @Cherrywinx
      @Cherrywinx 4 роки тому

      the real Satan Ok but I feel like she‘s not giving the horse any other option to just follow her. U see in the beginning how shes not letting the horse get anywhere and just stand by the corner. The horse thinks now „what do u want u just getting me in the corner I have no choice to follow u because ur not letting me getting away“ so the horse doesnt really choose to follow her out of respect (u can see this by her getting away as soon as the trainer asked her to back up). She did it because she didnt have a choice. I mean in the end it worked yes but I dont really think they communicated. She just teched the horse that she doesnt have another chance.

  • @kathleenboyle8652
    @kathleenboyle8652 5 років тому +36

    this mare teamed w/the right person for her could accomplish great things ...she is an exceptional mare her build her carriage an most important her intellengence

  • @crystalheart9
    @crystalheart9 5 років тому +8

    Fantastic, love how she works with these horses and explains what she is doing and why. I wish I would have had this level of understanding when I owned a horse.

  • @hollymourant9268
    @hollymourant9268 5 років тому +7

    This is so refreshing to watch her work with these horses. Love her philosophy and method.

  • @hanneke_8594
    @hanneke_8594 5 років тому +4

    I love this instruction movie! This is definitely something you WON'T learn when "simply" ride each saturday a different horse at a manege.. It's about trust and teamwork. Great job!

  • @katelynfankhauser4345
    @katelynfankhauser4345 4 роки тому +2

    It's crazy to see how much that horse wants to please. When the trainer clicks she listens, when she steers while riding, the horse listens. She just needs strong leadership.

  • @snakecharms2320
    @snakecharms2320 5 років тому +2

    I absolutely LOVE and respect this woman for determining horse behavior and being able to talk to them and understand them like she does. Mia, I am your new biggest fan! Keep up the great work, please!

  • @rachelwebb7630
    @rachelwebb7630 5 років тому +70

    If I were the owner I would want to be there to watch the training so that I can know what to do when she goes home

    • @danieldrake6000
      @danieldrake6000 5 років тому +2

      They might've been watching...you have no idea.

    • @literallynoone5473
      @literallynoone5473 4 роки тому +1

      20:12

    • @ORSkie
      @ORSkie 4 роки тому +2

      She can always watch the video of it...

    • @chloelawson7320
      @chloelawson7320 4 роки тому +1

      Voracious Reader no because the horse will have respect for the trainer but not the rider if that rider does even the slightest thing different there went everything she was taught

    • @ShannonRochon
      @ShannonRochon 4 роки тому +1

      @@chloelawson7320 You're assuming the trainer only trains the horse.

  • @redhorse8937
    @redhorse8937 5 років тому +98

    Same principle that John Lyons used in his Round Pen Reasoning, although John pushed the situation to get the horse liking to be in his company. I understand completely what she is doing here: Changing the herd dynamics for this horse, establishing herself as the alpha horse, creating respect. I would suspect that this mare got this way because of unqualified people handling her.

    • @roxannegordon6162
      @roxannegordon6162 5 років тому +14

      This woman told the horse that SHE is pack leader which is what the horse wanted, to find a leader so she'll feel safe. At the beginning of another video the trainer explained it: Horses are pack animals, they need a leader.

    • @darkhorse1773
      @darkhorse1773 5 років тому +2

      round pen removes all options from the horse. the horse is actually forced to 'submit' , the only option, it cannot make any other choice in a round pen. the horse is prey, the male human is a predator with an agenda. prey animals when 'caught' are submitted to the predator, the nervous system 'fr, eezes' before being killed. it's the way of nature.

    • @brenda44414
      @brenda44414 5 років тому

      I agree first thing I thought. John Lyons was the first clinic I ever went to I believe around 1990.

    • @Meiiiow
      @Meiiiow 4 роки тому

      Yes

    • @dominickscarangella6746
      @dominickscarangella6746 4 роки тому

      dark horse ㅏ7 ,

  • @bellavita08
    @bellavita08 5 років тому +33

    Mia, you are an extraordinary woman. I'm so inspired by your work with horses.

  • @suecastillo4056
    @suecastillo4056 3 роки тому +3

    I watch this video all the time. Every time I watch it? I learn something new... it all makes so much sense!!! This is a great classroom!!🙋😘‼️

  • @francespeter
    @francespeter 5 років тому +48

    Fran from Canada here. So glad I found your site. Love how you firmly but kindly take leadership necessary for safety. Used to jump and do horse massage, so was always in a strike zone. Can't be helped, but you are constantly reading the horse. Thank you! I am sorry you have trolls.

  • @airwayswales6242
    @airwayswales6242 5 років тому +4

    Everything what you say about the 🐴 is so so right!!!!sending our love to you from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

  • @emilychapman3027
    @emilychapman3027 5 років тому +2

    I think Mia has done an incredible job on this horse!!! What a difference! Can we also appreciate how beautiful that horse is?!

  • @stacysalinas22
    @stacysalinas22 5 років тому +2

    What an amazing trainer! So immediately tuned in to each horse's needs. Every time I watch her, it is so fascinating. And this is one of the most beautiful dappled horses I've ever seen! Wow.

  • @DenisePoole-Closet-Crafts
    @DenisePoole-Closet-Crafts 5 років тому +3

    Amazing horse trainer one of the best I've seen, you get the horses to do what you want without being cruel and without the use of Hardwick's and ropes like many others do. I think you're an amazing person I've watched a lot of your videos and you always get good results without being cruel😀

  • @cydppalley2644
    @cydppalley2644 5 років тому +5

    First time watching you. You're amazing. Intuitive. Caring. You're genuine in your willingness to help these horses. Thank you!

  • @Catherine-yf1jv
    @Catherine-yf1jv 5 років тому +2

    Mia demonstrates a very clear path of training with this huge athletic horse. Glorious!

  • @WhaleCommunicators
    @WhaleCommunicators 3 роки тому

    This brings me to tears. To see this interaction between a horse who feels she's never been heard and a trainer that knows how to fix this. And then to watch her owner do the same things and the horse gets it right away and this is because she see immediately that her owner now gets it through this process. And its such a WIN WIN for everyone around her. And especially for this beautiful horse with a HUGE SPIRIT. You both did REALLY GOOD WORK for the heavens and the horses of our world today. Thank You!!! and BLESS YOU ALL!!!

  • @Mystic_UniDragon
    @Mystic_UniDragon 5 років тому +9

    She’s so gorgeous 😍😍😍. Such a precious horse, with quite an interesting personality.♥️

  • @judyturner6462
    @judyturner6462 8 років тому +36

    Beautiful horse

  • @andrewgoatley9057
    @andrewgoatley9057 4 роки тому +1

    Such a refreshing angle on horse training. Quite remarkable confidence from the trainer transforming this very strong horse.

  • @aleanielson3608
    @aleanielson3608 3 роки тому +1

    I love watching Mia, she is so brave and comfortable with horses. I rewatch her so that I can get that same feeling of confidence and easy going feeling with my horse. Just having that overall feeling with horses has been awesome for my horse.

    • @aleanielson3608
      @aleanielson3608 3 роки тому

      I love how she includes the not so pretty parts of training, like when she's getting drug around the arena. Training is not all nice and pretty, I'm always suspicious of those videos where it just magically works for the trainers...

  • @1981bloempje
    @1981bloempje 5 років тому +3

    I've already learned a lot after just watching 2 of your updated video's. Thank you !

  • @chiefchick
    @chiefchick 5 років тому +6

    Mia, you amaze me no end. I love and agree with the way you do things. I watched other trainer vids and altho I understand their style with the horse, I love yours way so much more. You do not use bits (which I hate!) and you lead and train with love and kindness in your heart and it comes out in your voice. No wonder the horses actually work with you faster! Love you!!

  • @julianngriffiths5761
    @julianngriffiths5761 4 роки тому +1

    What a wonderful calm incredibly patient with her mission which is what horses or ponies absolutely need!! Leadership! So lovely to see you Mia x

  • @user-wi2ev2pp1y
    @user-wi2ev2pp1y 5 років тому +1

    I love your style of training. You are so confident, relaxed and I afraid that the horses all immediately recognise that. Your understanding of them is beautiful too. Well done

  • @linedanzer4302
    @linedanzer4302 5 років тому +6

    I know very little about horses and even less about trainers. But I'm impressed with Mia Lykke Nielsen's approach! *New Subscriber*

  • @stormsbrewing4928
    @stormsbrewing4928 5 років тому +3

    Watching Mia work with horses makes my ❤️ sing. Mia is AMAZING and beautiful too. Hugs from USA

  • @corinneyoung8166
    @corinneyoung8166 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you, Mia ! Always learn from you, the smart & more humane interactions with horses, whether on ground or under saddle. And what a gorgeous Mare ! What precense, and spirit, and now she can continue on path with pride and joy with humane parternship.

  • @malindasmith3496
    @malindasmith3496 5 років тому +2

    This horse is so beautiful she gives me goose bumps! I love this method! I wish it was around when I had my horses.

  • @WorthyMissJ
    @WorthyMissJ 5 років тому +9

    Wow! Well done. My grandfather and I used to tame wild horses when I was a kid and he was still alive. A lot of the time, we would work them in a pool so we could have better control due to the water resistance and buoyancy. Then, once they would learn to trust us to let me (around 10 or 11 years old) on their back and allowed a bridle to be put on, we would move from the pool into the training barn to work on trust and saddle. We only ever had one old stallion that never got past the pool. We could lead him in but, as soon as ANYONE got in with him, he would lash out, biting and kicking. We tried just moving onto barn training but he wasn't having that, either. After nearly a month and 2 ranch hands being bit or kicked, Grandpa let him go back to his herd. He looked just like this mare!

  • @janellebird3771
    @janellebird3771 5 років тому +9

    What a absolutley Beautiful Horse! You have quite a way with horses. Very Beautiful. Thank you for sharing
    You definitly have a talent, a gift some might say

  • @stewartmudge
    @stewartmudge 5 років тому +2

    “Life wasn’t meant to be easy’
    but along the way
    their are moments
    of shear delight” thank you

  • @debralynn3099
    @debralynn3099 5 років тому +1

    I love this girl. Most people over think it and don't pay enough attention. Some horses simply need more time. Patience and kindness always brings them around. You never need to man handle or be cruel in any way. I've worked with and rescued many hard cases off the track. they always come around with patience.

  • @patricialehrke667
    @patricialehrke667 5 років тому +4

    How wonderful,to see some one who really understands horses!

  • @kaleighbell6797
    @kaleighbell6797 5 років тому +9

    What an incredible gift ❤️

  • @StallionZoraa
    @StallionZoraa 5 років тому +1

    Thank You So Much🙏
    I'm Using Same Tricks On My Horse And It's Working Awesome😊 He Was Just 3And Half Year Jungle Horse But Now He Is Obeying Me Perfectly. Again THANKS To You Sis.

  • @sarahjones-jf4pr
    @sarahjones-jf4pr 3 роки тому +1

    She is an absolute beauty,she does not trust people,cannot say I blame her......
    this is the lady to help her.

  • @danab4337
    @danab4337 5 років тому +11

    Mia Truly appears to be an OLD Soul and beyond her years on this Earth. Something very natural & calming about her presence with the horses. Im older now and have become fearful of Horses after several bad situations as a child, but wish I had someone like her to train me and also show me how to train the horse.

  • @PlugInCaroo
    @PlugInCaroo 5 років тому +7

    Has this lady some kind of magic? Awesome!

  • @Alfapash
    @Alfapash 5 років тому +1

    You cannot force a horse to do anything, Mia's approach shows this. A facinating watch. With kindness and firmness she had this powerful mare to trust her in 2 days. Today many so called trainers no nothing, more Mia's are needed within the horse world.

  • @patshhi4620
    @patshhi4620 5 років тому +2

    What a beautiful horse ! I love watching Mia work with horses.

  • @lesliepfeifer8518
    @lesliepfeifer8518 5 років тому +3

    Your really great Mia! Thank you for making the horses life better💖

  • @mimivonflytz
    @mimivonflytz 5 років тому +186

    I would like to see this horse being jumped...

    • @sidilicious11
      @sidilicious11 4 роки тому +13

      mimivonflytz I’ll bet she is delightful to watch.

    • @donaldschaefer6860
      @donaldschaefer6860 4 роки тому +13

      mimivonflytz - Yes, I would love to see the horse jump....she is a beautiful mare.

    • @beatemueller7830
      @beatemueller7830 4 роки тому +18

      I’d love to see her free jump, not with the owner. You can tell by the way her neck muscles are developed that she is not being ridden correctly.

    • @jessd3601
      @jessd3601 4 роки тому +4

      Beate Mueller what do you look for to conclude the muscles are developed correctly?

    • @laurabeth3749
      @laurabeth3749 4 роки тому +1

      Beate Mueller it’s possible that this mare is being ridden incorrectly, but she looks like a saddlebred to me, and they have naturally high set necks that come up from the tops of their shoulders.

  • @linaalloha3068
    @linaalloha3068 4 роки тому +1

    I'm speechless! She is such an amazing and wonderful human being🙏🏻

  • @noahman27
    @noahman27 5 років тому

    Mia - The Love and Kindness you show...You are an Angel sent from Heaven. It heals me watching this. Very Healing. Big Hug from Boston MA

  • @humblegeorge
    @humblegeorge 5 років тому +27

    heck at 63 Im ready to follow you :>) and no one has broken me yet .

    • @SarahJones-wy5us
      @SarahJones-wy5us 4 роки тому

      humblegeorge Excellent remark !! do not blame you either!

    • @SueProv
      @SueProv 4 роки тому

      Haha. 😉

    • @joyceharris9296
      @joyceharris9296 3 роки тому

      Go to your corner and think about it a little while!!

  • @bookmouse770
    @bookmouse770 5 років тому +10

    incredible to watch!

  • @mickbaker2483
    @mickbaker2483 5 років тому +1

    To watch you with the horses is fantastic what you can get out of them in such a short time is so great, myself I've managed to get horses into a transport box before now when others have failed and had big trouble getting them in the box but when you have the horses confidence it works wonders.

  • @Wacoal34d
    @Wacoal34d 5 років тому +1

    I know nothing about horses, but your videos are incredibly interesting. You obviously have a great insight into the horse brain. I also love how you work with them free. Thanks for sharing.