The operator of both the Dahomey Plantation farm and the Mallard Manor waterfowl hunting resort, Jimmy Winemiller has directed a range of endeavors in the fields of animal husbandry and agriculture. Along with his wife, Jimmy Winemiller formerly ran the Iron Horse Farm in Perryville, Arkansas, where they bred, broke, and trained thoroughbred horses.
Briefly defined, the phrase “breaking a horse” means preparing it to safely carry a rider. On the small and sliver screens, cowboy characters have long broken horses by sneaking up on them, harnessing them with saddles, forcing bits in their mouths, and then simply hanging on as the horses kick and buck.
While some still break horses in this fashion, most professional organizations employ modern techniques that trade sheer force for gentle encouragement and positive reinforcement. Actually, most modern horse trainers/owners begin breaking in horses from birth by ensuring that they are used to being led and handled.
As yearlings, these horses can begin to carry equipment and tack. However, trainers/owners should take care to add gear slowly, giving the animal plenty of time to adjust to each item. The introduction of riders should also be a measured process that gradually teaches horses to respond to instructions such as stop, go, and turn.
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