In this episode, I’m going to help you answer the question, “Should you let someone else ride your horse?” I’ll tell you a story from early on in my horse training career that is, to this day, one of the most powerful lessons I’ve ever learned. Then we’ll dive into some pros and cons, the value of having different people ride a horse, and the benefits for a rider to get on different horses. I’ll also share my advice for what to consider before you decide, and your responsibilities when you let someone ride your horse. There’s a lot to think about!

And in the “What the Hay? Q&A” segment, I’ll answer questions from listeners about how to find the right saddle fit for a saddle-phobic horse, and a horse owner who wants to take off and travel the world⁠—without losing the years of hard work he’s done with his horse.

Want your question answered in What the Hay? Email podcast@juliegoodnight.com

Show Notes & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

·· The new brushes I just tried out (They’ve got Annie’s seal of approval!): https://shop.juliegoodnight.com/product-tag/julies-favorite-brushes

·· Join my 5-lb Challenge Facebook Group here: https://facebook.com/groups/goodnightchallenge

Events Coming Up:

·· There are a few spots left in my Horsemanship Immersion clinic at C Lazy U Ranch in Granby, CO! Get more info here: https://www.clazyu.com/special-event/julie-goodnights-horsemanship-immersion

·· Certified Horsemanship Association International Conference: https://cha.horse/international-conference

·· Equine Affaire, Massachusetts: https://equineaffaire.com/events/massachusetts

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

·· Resources for “Cinchy” Horses: https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/tag/cinchy

·· Resources for Desensitizing/Advance & Retreat: https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/tag/advance-retreat