I could write a book about the possible causes of these basic problems, but I won’t. There are enough books on the subject. But I want to propose an idea that I haven’t heard much about.

What leads to the worst outcomes - leaving holes in the basic training or having a bad experience after adequate basic training?

There are many things I want my horse to be good at, but there are a few things I need my horse to be brilliant at. There are some things that I feel I can’t compromise on.