Why we use NOSEBANDS… or NOT?

Pausing to take a moment and think about why we use nosebands, are they necessary or is it just because we are so used to them we don't think about it? As we have talked about in various other videos, mobility of the jaw is very important so clamping it shut with a tight noseband can interfere with the healthy function of the horse's body, mind, and emotions. If they are opening their mouths too much we could wonder why and try to make them more comfortable than to tighten up the noseband.
I forgot to say, a rounding from a pelham bit can also be used to join the snaffle rings so the bit can't move through the mouth.
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Thank you for taking the time to watch our video, we are very grateful for your support. I am Susan Harden and my mission here is to spread awareness about horsemanship through feel and to give the horse a voice.
We have all heard it said that the horse is our best teacher. I am passionate about helping people understand better what the horse is trying to tell us and how to put that into practice so we can benefit from these lessons. Our horse, of course, will also benefit, after all, is that not what we are all chasing? A happy horse, a harmonious partnership, and a pleasurable experience for all involved!
Live and breathe horses was established in 1995 and has grown and transformed over the years in parallel to my own equestrian/life journey.
The name comes from the obsessive nature of my horsemanship. For those who don't know the expression in English, to “live and breathe “ something suggests that you dedicate all your time to it and it is what gives meaning to your life.
Because the breath is the top focus in all of my work, the name is even more perfect.
My connection with horses spans 5 decades and includes pony club, showjumping, 3-day eventing, classical equitation, dressage, equine-assisted therapy, “natural horsemanship" and more important than any labels, deep love and respect for the horse which is what motivates me to do what I do.
I am also fascinated by the parallels in horsemanship and life as my hero Buck Brannaman says “Hoses, life, it's all the same to me"
WHAT WE DO
Courses and lessons here at our center. Instruction is always personalized to suit your exact requirements as we only work individually or with a maximum of 2 students for all riding and groundwork. If you are a group of guests booking together please contact us to discuss possibilities
Clinics and lessons at your own place are tricky at the moment with the pandemic but normally they are available by special arrangement.
On line has grown much faster than expected due to the new world situation and we are proud of our 1 to 1 mentoring program which respects the uniqueness of each horse, human, and combination
Boarding (livery) and education are available here at our center when we have space, please get in touch to see if we can accommodate you and your horse
Please see our website for further details of contact us directly
HOW HORSES HELP US GROW AS HUMAN BEINGS
Horse and horsemanship (horse-human relationship) give us endless opportunities for personal education, development, growth, whatever you like to call it. Integral to that is the expansion of our self-awareness, mindfulness, living in the moment.
And that is just by being around them and being present while practicing good horsemanship.
We can also learn much about leadership, setting boundaries, clear communication, listening, empathy, balance, grace, courage, and love... to name but a few!
There have been many advances and additions to equine-assisted therapy in the last decade or so. I am not a therapist but have found that the practice of horsemanship through feel can have a transformative effect on our lives and state of being. This is equally true for everyone involved in horses, those who have no experience, and often most dramatically for those who start with fear.
WHERE WE ARE & CONTACT
Centro Ecuestre La Luz is the home base of Live and Breathe Horses and is
Located near Alora, a mountain village in Malaga province in the south of Spain.
We would love to hear from you so please do get in touch
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SOME BOOKS THAT I RECOMMEND
True Unity, willing communication between horse & human - Tom Dorrance
True Horsemanship through Feel - Bill Dorrance with Leslie Desmond
Think Harmony with Horses - Ray Hunt
Groundwork - Buck Brannaman
Classical principles of the Art of training Horses (volume 1 & 2) - Nuno Oliveira
Keep tuning in to the light!
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[@janecampion8169]

Thank you for addressing this subject. It is a damaging approach to our horsemanship to clamp the horse's mouth closed and expect the horse to trust us!! You have done a good job for the horse today!

[@susanharden1161]

Thank you Jane, thats what its all about speaking up for the horses xx

[@agnesekinasta]

Thank you, I totally agree with you. 🙌🏼 Today I put a bridle on my mare who is 4 year old and in the beggining of riding on her and notice that the coach had put on a noseband without asking me when he took her to free jumping lessons, so I googled why people are using nosebands - couldn’t find any good reason to put it on my mare. I didn’t use it because I didn’t find it neccesary - just my feeling that she doesn’t need it and I was happy to see this video 😊❤️

[@liveandbreathehorses]

Thank you for commenting. I love how you question things and look for the best for you mare... it always depends on the situation so it is our responsibility to do right by our horses , well done !
Susan x

[@angiecarver3999]

Thank you for addressing the opening of the mouth without a nose band. I bought my quarter horse 6 months ago and don’t have a lot of background on her other than at 7 she was a 3x brood mare. She’s light in the mouth allegedly but she puts her head down and and fights the snaffle with no nose band. She’s registered AQHA and I refuse to get “handsy” with my horse. We have been doing a ton of ground work and now starting under saddle. I have a Bosal that I use bareback but when I bought her she had a sore on her bridge of her nose from pressure with the Bosal. She is amazing in the round pen and very sound. Practice with bags/ stick etc. She was also underweight and we’ve got her up to about 50 pounds where we want her. Top line is good. She’s got more energy now and I have always ridden with We are about to start training barrels for her with my niece, but I have to make sure she is sound and cooperative as my niece is only 11 years old.

[@liveandbreathehorses]

Thank you for writing to me, its great to hear some of you and your horses story. I hope the work is progressing well, I would be happy to have a chat if you feel like having some support
Susan x

[@hilmauskis]

This was very good video and I agree with you so much. Thank you❤

[@liveandbreathehorses]

Thank you you for saying so it is much appreciated 😄
Susan x

[@roberthambly9926]

Thanks good video educational.

[@liveandbreathehorses]

Thank you Robert , very glad it was useful.