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QH 2 years - correct lead

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Question
Hello,

Since one week I've a problem with Chip...
I always move him into the lope from the trot. My colt picks up de wrong lead (on the right). If I hold the lounge and I asking him to lope I have de same problem but since one week!

Trotting, jogging, loping, back, turn-around, side-pass are very good, he's relaxed and quiet...

Sorry my english is not goog! I'm french!

Many thanks, Maria

Answer
Hi Maria,
          You want to start riding with both of your hands on the reins. Make sure your hands are low.  Move his hip to the left begin to move the horse's hip to the left and walk foward. Then after he is walking at that angle move his hip to the right. After he is able to do this at a walk change gaits. If he does not change leads then go back and repeat the exercise. Also do some ground driving with him.

Lisa.