[drivingpairs] Re: Introducing a new pair

 Hi Mille Ann,  Around here we do what we can to give a new horse a good 
impression, so we start him on the side away from traffic. We also wrap the 
pole with some kind of blanket and duct tape so if he hits it or slips he 
won't get hurt.  But first, since someone else trained him either ground 
drive him or hook him up single until you know you are both speaking the 
same language and he is comfortable with your driving skills.  You might 
also want to limit the swing in your eveners so he doesn't get bumped on 
those first awkward starts. Get the attention of both horses by a little 
pressure on the lines before asking them to move forward, them give them 
slack for a moment as they start to move forward.  This way the new kid 
won't bump the bit and stop.  Good luck, Candis 

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