From trainer Beth Stahlecker:
Feeling safe = curiosity = learning
Horses, just like people, learn best when they feel safe. In our session a couple days ago, Frannie didn't feel safe and tried consistently to get out of the pen. So yesterday I decided to slow it down, work on connection a little more and go from there. I think it was just an off day the other day. I brought out the tarp and let her explore before asking for anything. I'd say any day the horse explores the scary object like this is a good training day! She walked over it without an issue when I asked, after exploring. (Thanks Facebook, for making me post videos separately 
Frannie will be available for adoption at the Dakota Showdown Finale on August 23, 2026 in Lennox, South Dakota. Check out http://dakotashowdown.com for more info.
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