The statement I hear most frequently about Cooper is "Wow, a Mustang. I don't think I could ever train a Mustang!" I was one of those individuals before my first Mustang.
Yes, gentling might not be the easiest thing in the world. I learn so much from each horse I work with and I enjoy the gentling process. That is part of why I gentle them. The other part is that they are fantastic horses and there might be the perfect person for Cooper that doesn't have the resources to gentle him. With my help, he might find his perfect match.
If you look at adopting Cooper from the standpoint of "what a great learning experience!", your chances of a successful relationship are much higher. You will need to learn with Cooper. There are so many wonderful Mustang trainers and there are many clinics and workshops you can attend with your horse. If you invest the time and resources in Cooper (or any horse for that matter), he will repay you tenfold with his trust and dedication. It has been an amazing journey that my first Mustang and I took together. I had (and am still having) an amazing experience with him because I found a trainer that works for us and I seek his guidance about more complex training techniques.
So if you invest the time and resources in Cooper, you will have a fantastic horse. I have had the opportunity to work with a few Mustangs and I still have a lot to learn. That is why I still seek out professional advice when needed.
I love working with Mustangs. They are such trusting and willing animals. You are guaranteed an experience of a lifetime when a Mustang enters your life.
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