Part 1: Gina introduces the horse and explains it's his first time working with a Liverpool. They show him the fence and Gina explains how to establish his bubble of comfort based on his reaction. They then use this bubble to move forward and work on getting closer to the fence without damaging the horse's confidence. They begin by putting the horse on the longe line and leading him over the fence. Paying close attention to the feedback the gelding offers, Gina works with the rider to show the horse that the only release of pressure is over the fence, in a kind and calm manner. The rider mounts and Gina explains how the Liverpool triggers a flight response in the horse, rather than bad behavior. With consistency they are able to walk, then trot and canter over the fence.
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