Always lead the foal in fron of the mare - teaches the foal leadership, how to lead, and definately not to follow. This is the 2 person technique. The person leading the mare needs to pay attention to the foal to avoid being kicked. The person leading the foal needs to keep the foal next to her, not behind her or again, the foal will be taught how to follow. Dogs are extra but are not a bother here.
Leading the foal. The left hand is on the lead rope while the right hand keeps the foal in position.
The foal always leads in front of the mare.
The mare and foal wait before entering the stall. This helps the foal learn not to charge into the stall.
The left hand guides and the right hand encourages. The foal goes in first.
The left hand guides and the right hand encourages. The foal goes in first. Notice how the woman uses her body to help guide the foal.
The left hand guides and the right hand encourages. The foal goes in first.
Leading foals
