Beginning to Re-balance - Duncan - March 2011
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Karen's first time seeing Duncan being ridden, and her first time riding him. Observe what Karen does in order to get a feel for him and also to begin making progress. Duncan is an upper level dressage horse whose owner sought Karen's help because she was considering selling him because he was too heavy for her. You can see more videos about him by searching for 'Duncan'.
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