Natural Horse Whisperer

Natural Horse Whisperer Building a movement towards a kinder,safer and more natural way of riding, handling and owning horses. Welcome to Natural Horsemanship. Adventures with Purpose.
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04/06/2026

Horses don’t see the world the way we do.

In fact, they have a blind spot extending around 7 feet down their nose, which means obstacles like these tyres can seem uncertain and even intimidating.

As I work through this exercise, I lead away from the horse, creating space for them to come forward into. When we lead toward a horse, our energy says “stay” or “stop.” When we move away, our energy invites forward movement.

This is where the Rope Whisperer really shines. Its length, feel, and clear communication make it one of the best tools for groundwork, allowing the horse freedom to think while keeping a soft connection between horse and handler.

Using an ask-and-release approach, pressure is removed the moment the horse searches for the right answer. Each step forward is then rewarded, building confidence and understanding. Horses feel our energy long before they respond to our cues. When we stay calm, clear, and consistent, they become willing partners in the learning process.

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29/05/2026

It’s all energy

Once’s you’ve earned their respect.

Treasure it.

Nurture it.

Don’t fall back to force.

Force is easy and it works.

That’s the problem and why so many people use it.

I’m calling out to you to BE more

USE less

No To BITS




27/05/2026

Everything we do mounted we have taught on the ground.




25/05/2026

Let him make the best choice for him.

Nobody likes to be forced

Nobody likes to be trapped




15/05/2026

Here we are using our Rope Whisperer before riding .

Then the 12’ lead rope becomes 2 by 6’ reins to ride with.

Having a horse move around you calmly on a lead rope before riding is less about “dominance” and more about establishing communication, focus, and emotional regulation.

When the horse circles, changes direction, and stops softly from your cues, you are checking that:

the horse is mentally connected to you,
responsive to pressure and release,
attentive rather than distracted,
and emotionally settled before mounting.

It also activates the horse’s seeking and thinking brain instead of a reactive flight response. A horse that can calmly move its feet, stop, and refocus on the handler is generally safer and more relaxed to ride.

In herd behaviour, the horse that influences movement tends to create security for the group. So when you can direct the horse’s feet calmly and fairly, many horses begin to see you as a trustworthy leader rather than simply someone sitting on top of them.

If you would like to trial one of Rope Whisperer which comes with free video online support comment the word “natural”




14/05/2026

They are bigger than us.

So we are better off not being in the way when they are sorting out their hierarchy business.

There is nothing wrong with them sniffing and snorting, nipping and even rearing and kicking each other. That is natural.
When horses reunite after being apart, the sniffing and snorting is mainly a social and emotional check-in.

Horses rely heavily on smell and breathing to recognise each other and assess emotional state. After a week or two apart, they may smell different from changes in feed, environment, stress, or contact with other horses.

The sniffing gathers information, while the soft snorting and exhaling is often a sign of nervous system release and relaxation.

It’s essentially the herd asking:

“Are you still safe?”
“Are you still part of the group?”
Strongly bonded horses usually show the biggest greeting rituals after separation.




13/05/2026

If you have established respect, you don’t need force.

Bits are painful and unnecessary.




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