#169 - Teddy learned to park properly today!

I'm very happy that Teddy has learned today to finally park beside the mounting block properly and not move. I have tried many methods - from keeping his feet moving until he gets beside the block and releasing the pressure, to Parelli, to holding him in place (he's just steps sideways when you stand on the block) and so on. This method was what Kim showed me at my last lesson and it had my add-on of me lounging on top of his back before actually mounting and making sure he doesn't move and when I am mounted I don't let him move from the spot for about 30 seconds straight after so he doesn't think that someone on his back means he must move.

He did very well with me showing him what he needs to do and allowing me on his back without any fuss whatsoever. Once mounted we went off for a short walk and then I'd dismounted. Then I did it two more times and the second time he fidgeted about a little bit then settled fine. The third time was perfect. A big fan of ending on a high I left it there after a little ride.

this is a great leap from usual as when I'm on my own it could take about 10 minutes of constant trying before he will stand still.  I know this is just the start but I will have to add this into his routine until it comes naturally for him.

Way to go Teddy! I'm proud of you!