Worked Maddie indoors today and really worked her with the plastic bag to get that last hitch out of her. She is very good with the air around her and basically all over when she does not have the saddle on. But the plastic bag on the saddle can really make her go nuts. So when she jumped I just kept the pressure up and we went round and round. Made some real progress. I felt bad scaring her so much, I know that if my feel and timing were better she would be further along with this by now. But I feel strongly that the plastic bag is less scary than a person, so she needs to learn this lesson. Will try again tomorrow.
Started with the lariat around her haunches, walking her in a circle. My timing was not the best but she got a good start. Will try again in the round pen where I can work with a little more confidence.
Lots of mouth and head work--coming along. I finished with some quick outdoor work over the new obstacles and the hilly terrain next to the arena. Looking better.
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