Randy Byers Truth Revealed!
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Why does a horse rear?
Rearing is a refusal to go forward or an evasion to your "go forward" aids or cues!""
How do you fix a rearing problem?
Simply put, "keep the horse's feet moving in any direction except backwards!" It is impossible for a horse to rear while in a canter. In the video at the bottom of the page you will find a a detailed explanation of the two most common methods to fix this unwanted behavior.
Over the years, countless people and horses have been seriously injured or even killed by this type of unwanted behavior. This behavior is not to be taken lightly. A horse can go 6 different directions: forward, back, left, right, down, and UP! The truth is that it can happen at anytime without any warning from the horse or action on your part. If you have a horse that is starting to rear, seek help from a professional before you or your horse get seriously injured or even killed.
"It is better to put a welt on the horse's butt than have the horse put you in the grave!"
Regarding the abuse allegations from the officers of WDAA:
"Do not be misled by emotional gossip from disguised cyber bullies. Do not base your assumptions or conclusions on part of a video taken out of context, with no background information"
I have sat back and watched this Internet "abuse" long enough! Up to this point, I have stayed humbly silent so as not to fuel the fires of hate. I have a great passion for WESTERN DRESSAGE and I will continue to pioneer the future of WD with or without the support of the WDAA. I am no longer going to be a victim of this cyber warfare. Now you will hear the real story behind this video.

I asked Karen to get on her horse and demonstrate to me what she would like to improve with Peanut. As she went clockwise around the rail, 3/4 of the way around the arena on the long side, without any warning, to my surprise, Peanut reared up and spun to the left throwing Karen into the wall. Karen got back on the horse and not more than 10ft later Peanut did it again. At that time, I told Karen that Peanut has an issue with going forward. I suggested that she get off and I would start working with her the next day.

The viral video on YouTube was edited and taken out of context of the actual lesson. It only shows 2 minutes of a 20 minute lesson that ended with the horse going forward, relaxed, soft and supple. Horses go through learning curves and this horse at this point of the video became "stuck" she was not responding to the go forward cue! This video on YouTube is the property of Karen Meyers and was released without my consent. Meyers released or caused the release of this video for only one reason. Allowing this video to be misused for public humiliation is unprofessional and reflects poorly on the integrity and professionalism of the USEF and the WDAA. By continuing to air this video, WDAA is indirectly responsible for unsportsmanship like conduct. USEF is about integrity and professionalism! No USEF recognized organization (WDAA) should allow their officers to actively hide behind false names and conduct themselves in this manner.

It is only human nature to place the blame on someone else rather than admit to your own shortcomings and fears.
The truth is that the cyber bullies hide behind fake names to protect their identities and their relationship with WDAA. The cyber bullies do not care about the truth, they are judge, jury, and executioners for their agendas.
Regarding John Lyons:
I deeply respect both John and Josh Lyons; however my needs and talents have changed. There comes a time when the bird needs to leave the nest and create his own life. That time has come and I ride my "brand" not someone else's. Western Dressage is my "brand" and that is what I was born to do..