Mounted Patrol's Qualifying Tests for Horses & Riders

The Mounted Patrol requires horses and riders to stay cool no matter what is going on. This video shows the tests they must pass in order to qualify for the Mounted Patrol. A volunteer organization, the Mounted Patrol does search and rescue, goes on patrol during times of natural disasters, and spreads good will in parades and demonstrations. This videos shows exercises that build trust and confidence between horses and riders. No set of exercises can bomb proof your horse, but these help. Make sure you do them under the supervision of a knowledgeable professional.

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[jgilgun]

Fascinating. Houston is famous! He did beautifully in his tests. I'll have to look for the video of his birth.

[Eyesxlikexaxtarget]

I remember when Houston was born with an internet audience watching via webcam from all over the world. We all thought he was lethal white as he is totally colorless, til the message came online; "Houston... we have poop! " Thus the name "Houston". Since then he has been featured in magazines across the country,always eager to please, willing and gentle, with an uncanny intelligence. And now with the mounted patrol! He is really an amazing horse. Dan Fultz