What kind of fun activities can I do on the ground with my horse?

Just for fun and to gain respect for me.

    What kind of fun activities can I do on the ground with my horse?

    Just for fun and to gain respect for me....
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    • What kind of fun activities can I do on the ground with my horse?

      What kind of fun activities can I do on the ground with my horse? Off Topic
      Just for fun and to gain respect for me.

      What kind of fun activities can I do on the ground with my horse?

      What kind of fun activities can I do on the ground with my horse? Off Topic
    • Try a join-up. Join-ups help to build trust and confidence with both horse and rider, but is done easier in a round pen. Look up suggestions on how to perform this online, because I have not done it personally, but I really want to!

    • Lunging, join-up, round penning, and obstacle courses are all fun activities you can perform with your horse! Join-up: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Dx91mH2vooYou could put out tarps and little jumps for your horse to walk over, and also have him go over "bridges" (Wooden platforms that simulate bridges). Here's a good example of an obstacle course: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8lJ0HEgD-I You could try desensitization with pool noodles, plastic bags, whips, hats, and even cellphones.

    • Free lunging, join up, and just generally letting him follow you around. Try walking over some ground poles, doing figure eights, etc. I suggest looking up Parelli's 7 Games to Play with Your Horse. They are very simple, effective, and a lot of fun once your horse gets the hang of it and also build trust and confidence in you and your horse.