Safety with Draft Horses
Safety is our #1 Priority
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Three initial concerns:
Proper ways to hook and unhook horses from carriages
90% of injuries occur at this stage
Maintaining total control of the horse
Your job is to protect your passengers; control is essential.
Knowing and using "whoa"
"Whoa" and other vocal commands are essential for maintaining control of the horse.
The following video stresses safety at the Sugar Creek Carriage Driving School.