What is the Parelli method?

The Parelli programme is a people-training program focused on the study of horse behaviour and horsemanship skills. The programme spans Four Savvys, or areas of development, through four distinct levels of skill improvement.

What is the savvy club?

The Parelli Savvy Club offers a topic-by-topic, lesson-by-lesson Pathway to the Parelli Levels Program for you to follow with every horse in your life.

What is a Parelli Halter?

The Parelli Horseman’s Halter is a core tool of the program, and it is hand-tied using smooth yachting braid with simple knots that strategically balance on the horse’s head. Its lightness means that it is easy for your horse to carry around, but thin enough that the horse can feel the communication.

Is my horse left or right brained?

Right-brained horses tend to be fearful and defensive, while left-brained ones are more confident and dominant. Right-brained horses are generally spookier; left-brained ones are generally pushier. In simplest terms, the four basic categories of horsenality are: right-brained extrovert (high fear/ high energy);

What is a carrot stick for horses?

The Carrot Stick acts as an extension of your arm both in the saddle and on the ground, providing you with a longer reach for closer communication. It is not a whip. You can stroke, guide, and support your horse while teaching him the Parelli Fundamentals.

What is a dually Headcollar?

The Dually headcollar is a patented training halter, designed by Monty Roberts, which effectively rewards horses for acting in partnership with its handler. It’s very versatile as it can be used as a standard or training halter.

Can horses be introverts?

Introverted horses tend to have lower energy and to be quieter by nature. Extroverts have more “go.” Introverts have more “whoa.” Right-brained horses tend to be fearful and defensive, while left-brained ones are more confident and dominant.

Why approach a horse on the left?

Mounting from the left is just tradition. Soldiers would mount up on their horses left sides so that their swords, anchored over their left legs, wouldn’t harm their horses’ backs. But you’re trail riding, not heading into battle. Make sure your horse is comfortable with you mounting and dismounting on either side.