Talking About Horses with Carl Bledsoe (Episode #55)
Feb 17, 2025Summary
In episode #55 of Talking About Horses, Patrick King interviews Carl Bledsoe, a seasoned trainer with 40 years of experience in gated horse breeds. They discuss the complexities of training padded big-lick horses, the biomechanics involved, and the impact of federal regulations on horse training practices. Carl emphasizes the importance of understanding the horse's needs and the psychological aspects of training, while also addressing the health implications of certain training methods. The conversation delves into the nuances of gait mechanics and the future of gated horse training. In this conversation, Carl discusses the complexities of training gaited horses, the evolution of his perspective on horse training, and the significant changes he made in his life and career. He reflects on the dissatisfaction he felt with traditional methods, the decision to leave behind a lucrative but ethically troubling career, and the journey towards a more compassionate and effective approach to horse training. King emphasizes the importance of understanding the horse's needs and developing a training standard that benefits both horse and rider. In this conversation, Patrick King and Carl Bledsoe delve into the nuances of training gaited horses, the emerging discipline of gaited dressage, and the importance of classical training methods. They discuss the challenges faced by riders of gaited horses, emphasizing the need for consistency and understanding in training. Personal transformation through horsemanship is highlighted, along with the significance of empathy and self-awareness in the rider's journey. The conversation wraps up with practical advice for riders and a call to action for those struggling with their horses.
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