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It’s not uncommon to see certain behaviors in our horses that raise questions. Or, we’ve all heard certain myths being propagated as truths throughout the horse community. Evidence-Based Horsemanship is working to dispel those myths and answer the “whys” behind horse behavior. Dr. Stephen Peters, a neuropsychologist who specializes in brain functioning, teamed up with fifth-generation horseman and internationally known clinician Martin Black to write and collaborate on Evidence-Based Horsemanship. EBH, as it’s commonly called, combines Peters’ understanding of brain function with Black’s keen observation of subtle horse behavior to create “best practices” in all areas of horse training and care. In this DVD, you will hear from them both on the exciting new scientific discoveries that can directly benefit all horses and horse owners. Running Time: 1 Hour -
During the 1800's and early 1900's large herds of cattle roamed the mountains and valleys of California. This was a time when vaqueros and buckaroos rode horses every day looking after cattle. The vaquero traditions and techniques were closely guarded secrets that were shared with few people. Ed Connell was one of these men. Ed's teachers were men who practiced the vaquero traditions and rode top-notch hackamore and bridle horses. While working with Ed Connell in the production of Reinsman of the West, it was a pleasure to watch him work a horse, and listening to his many stories about horses he started in the hackamore and finished in the bridle. Through his books, Hackamore Reinsman and Reinsman of the West, Ed Connell has made a wonderful contribution to the western style of horsemanship. These books provide a snapshot of the California vaquero training style and traditions. With Vaquero artist Ernest Morris -
All Rawhide 5/8" Hackamore with rawhide core — 16 plait with 32 plait noseband. This hackamore can be used with a 3/4", 5/8" or 1/2" mane hair mecate, depending on your personal preference. Martin Black is very particular about how his gear functions, the hackamore hanger plays a large role in that. Every hackamore comes with a hand-braided hackamore hanger, made to Martin's specifications. Hackamores can be purchased without a hanger upon request. Directions for measuring the best hackamore fit: https://martinblack.net/on-the-road-with-martin-black/getting-the-right-hackamore.html Small – Measures 5” x 10.5″ – This hackamore is for a small-headed horse, such as an Arabian or fine-boned QH. If your horse/pony is under 900 lbs and wears a small size halter; this hackamore is for you. Regular – Measures 5″ x 11.5″ – This hackamore is one size fits most. If your horse is between 900 and 1300 lbs and wears a regular size halter; this hackamore is for you. Large – Measures 5” x 12.5” – This hackamore is for a large-headed horse, such as a draft horse or large Warmblood. If your horse is over 1300 lbs and wears a large size halter; this hackamore is for you. -
Martin Black's understanding of the horse’s mind and knowledge of how to achieve confident performance with minimum stress are seldom matched. Likewise, the depth of the stockman’s savvy is such that he can teach a cow—or a herd—to load in a trailer in open country. In Cow-Horse Confidence, Black uses what a horse knows about rating herd mates, for example, to teach the horse to rate cattle, just as he recognizes that a horse speaks the language of flight zone and balance point, the two components required to move and direct cattle. Martin Black could be called “the pro’s pro,” the horseman other trainers seek to help resolve a problem or get a young horse off to a good start. Cow-Horse Confidence gives an inside look at Black’s time-honored techniques for working horses and cattle. -
Kangaroo-Rawhide 5/8" Hackamore with rawhide core — 16 plait with 32 plait noseband. This hackamore can be used with a 3/4", 5/8" or 1/2" mane hair mecate, depending on your personal preference. Martin Black is very particular about how his gear functions, the hackamore hanger plays a large role in that. Every hackamore comes with a hand-braided hackamore hanger, made to Martin's specifications. Leather used may not match hackamore color. Hackamores can be purchased without a hanger upon request. Directions for measuring the best hackamore fit: https://martinblack.net/on-the-road-with-martin-black/getting-the-right-hackamore.html Small – Measures 5” x 10.5″ – This hackamore is for a small-headed horse, such as an Arabian or fine-boned QH. If your horse/pony is under 900 lbs and wears a small size halter; this hackamore is for you. Regular – Measures 5″ x 11.5″ – This hackamore is one size fits most. If your horse is between 900 and 1300 lbs and wears a regular size halter; this hackamore is for you. Large – Measures 5” x 12.5” – This hackamore is for a large-headed horse, such as a draft horse or large Warmblood. If your horse is over 1300 lbs and wears a large size halter; this hackamore is for you. -
A great supplement two his previously released roping DVDs. In this DVD Martin puts a lot of emphasis on safety and efficiency. He shares some things in this video that will help develop correct muscle memory to stay safe and develop good roping fundamentals. Martin demonstrates some procedures that can help the more experienced roper or beginner alike to become a more versatile roper such as: loop building, rope handling, developing a good swing, basic deliveries, and tips for running rope and dallying. Please enjoy a sneak preview of this DVD: -
Book: Evidence-Based Horsemanship is based on the Scientist-Practitioner Model. It was developed out of a collaboration between Martin Black and Dr. Stephen Peters who felt that the public and their horses needed a source of accurate information. “Real information” gathered by observation, tested in the field and validated by science. Evidence-Based Horsemanship involves assessing and integrating scientific findings to inform decisions and to create “best practices ” in all areas of horse training and care based on empirical outcomes (i.e., what “works”). It allows us to ask the question, “What does our current scientific knowledge of the horse, when applied and empirically observed, show me about getting the best outcomes possible for me and the horse?” DVD: Exploring Evidence-Based Horsemanship is the perfect compliment to the book Evidence-Based Horsemanship. It touches on the EBH foundation while delving deeper into the principles presented in the book. Dr. Peters and Martin Black show examples, discuss neurochemicals not presented in the book, and introduce the Evidence-Based Horsemanship Pyramid. In this DVD, you will learn about new scientific discoveries that can directly benefit all horses and horse owners. About Evidence-Based Horsemanship It’s not uncommon to see certain behaviors in our horses that raise questions. Or, we’ve all heard certain myths being propagated as truths throughout the horse community. Evidence-Based Horsemanship is working to dispel those myths and answer the “whys” behind horse behavior. Dr. Stephen Peters, a neuropsychologist who specializes in brain functioning, teamed up with fifth-generation horseman and internationally known clinician Martin Black to write and collaborate on Evidence-Based Horsemanship. EBH, as it’s commonly called, combines Peters’ understanding of brain function with Black’s keen observation of subtle horse behavior to create “best practices” in all areas of horse training and care. -
Kangaroo-Rawhide 5/8" Hackamore with rawhide core — 16 plait with 32 plait noseband. This hackamore can be used with a 3/4", 5/8" or 1/2" mane hair mecate, depending on your personal preference. Martin Black is very particular about how his gear functions, the hackamore hanger plays a large role in that. Every hackamore comes with a hand-braided hackamore hanger, made to Martin's specifications. Leather used may not match hackamore color. Hackamores can be purchased without a hanger upon request. Directions for measuring the best hackamore fit: https://martinblack.net/on-the-road-with-martin-black/getting-the-right-hackamore.html Small - Measures 5” x 10.5" - This hackamore is for a small-headed horse, such as an Arabian or fine-boned QH. If your horse/pony is under 900 lbs and wears a small size halter; this hackamore is for you. Regular - Measures 5" x 11.5" - This hackamore is one size fits most. If your horse is between 900 and 1300 lbs and wears a regular size halter; this hackamore is for you. Large - Measures 5” x 12.5” – This hackamore is for a large-headed horse, such as a draft horse or large Warmblood. If your horse is over 1300 lbs and wears a large size halter; this hackamore is for you.
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Tom Dorrance Talks About Horses - True Unity - Willing Communication Between Horse and Human - Edited by Milly Hunt Porter. Tom Dorrance has been referred to as the "horse's lawyer." Tom gives the horse credit for his knowledge of a horse's feelings and problems. He says, "What I know about the horse I learned from the horse." Now, in True Unity, Tom shared some of these ideas to help achieve a true unity for human and horse. In talking about the horse Tom mentions often the horse's need for self preservation. The Self Tom approaches in the horse is a total entity. True Unity allows the reader to feel and see the horse in the way Tom sees and feels the horse. It allows the reader to approach the horse with Tom - to approach the horse with a feeling of acceptance for the value of the whole horse - physical, mental and innermost horse. A unique bonus feature of True Unity is a chapter presenting some of Tom's students as they share how Tom's help with their horses changed their horses and their lives. Paperback, 151 pages -
Martin Black is one of America's most celebrated horsemen, one who has spent his life ranching, riding, training horses, starting young horses, working cows, and roping in the Great Basin tradition. Martin tirelessly shares his knowledge and experience with folks serious about improving themselves and their horses. He has written extensively, authoring both books (the Western Horseman book on Cow Horse Confidence and co-authoring the ground-breaking Evidence-Based Horsemanship) and articles that share his thoughts and experiences on horsemanship. Now for the first time, all of Martin's major articles, most from Eclectic Horseman magazine, are being collected into three handy volumes titled: The Essential Martin Black. This book, "Volume No. 1, Horseback," includes 28 articles with photos relating to riding topics. Whether you're a long time student of Martin's or just beginning to explore the realm of horsemanship, Martin's articles will get you thinking and offer ideas for improving your horse relationships. -
All Kangaroo 5/8" Hackamore with rawhide core — 16 plait with 32 plait noseband.
This hackamore can be used with a 3/4", 5/8" or 1/2" mane hair mecate, depending on your personal preference. Martin Black is very particular about how his gear functions, the hackamore hanger plays a large role in that. Every hackamore comes with a hand-braided hackamore hanger, made to Martin's specifications. Leather used may not match hackamore color. Hackamores can be purchased without a hanger upon request. Directions for measuring the best hackamore fit: https://martinblack.net/on-the-road-with-martin-black/getting-the-right-hackamore.html Small – Measures 5” x 10.5″ – This hackamore is for a small-headed horse, such as an Arabian or fine-boned QH. If your horse/pony is under 900 lbs and wears a small size halter; this hackamore is for you. Regular – Measures 5″ x 11.5″ – This hackamore is one size fits most. If your horse is between 900 and 1300 lbs and wears a regular size halter; this hackamore is for you. Large – Measures 5” x 12.5” – This hackamore is for a large-headed horse, such as a draft horse or large Warmblood. If your horse is over 1300 lbs and wears a large size halter; this hackamore is for you. -
Martin Black is one of America’s most celebrated horsemen, one who has spent his life ranching, riding, training horses, starting young horses, working cows, and roping in the Great Basin tradition. Martin tirelessly shares his knowledge and experience with folks serious about improving themselves and their horses. He has written extensively, authoring both books (the Western Horseman book on Cow Horse Confidence and co-authoring the ground-breaking Evidence-Based Horsemanship) and articles that share his thoughts and experiences on horsemanship. Now for the first time, all of Martin’s major articles, most from Eclectic Horseman magazine, are being collected into three handy volumes titled: The Essential Martin Black. This book, Volume No. 2, Philosophy, includes 24 articles with photos relating to riding topics. Whether you’re a long time student of Martin’s or just beginning to explore the realm of horsemanship, Martin’s articles will get you thinking and offer ideas for improving your horse relationships. Softcover, 114 pages, black and white photos by Kim Stone. -
This 5/8" hackamore features a rawhide noseband and heel knot with kangaroo bars. It has a rawhide core — Measures: 5" x 11.5" — 16 plait with 32 plait noseband. This hackamore can be used with a 3/4", 5/8" or 1/2" mane hair mecate, depending on your personal preference. Martin Black is very particular about how his gear functions, the hackamore hanger plays a large role in that. Every hackamore comes with a hand-braided hackamore hanger, made to Martin's specifications. Leather used may not match hackamore color. Hackamores can be purchased without a hanger upon request. Directions for measuring the best hackamore fit: https://martinblack.net/on-the-road-with-martin-black/getting-the-right-hackamore.html Small – Measures 5” x 10.5″ – This hackamore is for a small-headed horse, such as an Arabian or fine-boned QH. If your horse/pony is under 900 lbs and wears a small size halter; this hackamore is for you. Regular – Measures 5″ x 11.5″ – This hackamore is one size fits most. If your horse is between 900 and 1300 lbs and wears a regular size halter; this hackamore is for you. Large – Measures 5” x 12.5” – This hackamore is for a large-headed horse, such as a draft horse or large Warmblood. If your horse is over 1300 lbs and wears a large size halter; this hackamore is for you. -
All Rawhide 3/4" Hackamore with rawhide core — Measures: 5" x 12" — 16 plait with 32 plait noseband. This hackamore is intended to be used with a 3/4" or 5/8" mane hair mecate. Martin Black is very particular about how his gear functions, the hackamore hanger plays a large role in that. Every hackamore comes with a hand braided hackamore hanger, made to Martin's specifications. Hackamores can be purchased without a hanger upon request. Directions for measuring the best hackamore fit: https://martinblack.net/on-the-road-with-martin-black/getting-the-right-hackamore.html
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This 5/8" hackamore features a rawhide noseband and heel knot with kangaroo bars. It has a rawhide core — Measures: 5" x 11.5" — 16 plait with 32 plait noseband. This hackamore can be used with a 3/4", 5/8" or 1/2" mane hair mecate, depending on your personal preference. Martin Black is very particular about how his gear functions, the hackamore hanger plays a large role in that. Every hackamore comes with a hand-braided hackamore hanger, made to Martin's specifications. Leather used may not match hackamore color. Hackamores can be purchased without a hanger upon request. Directions for measuring the best hackamore fit: https://martinblack.net/on-the-road-with-martin-black/getting-the-right-hackamore.html -
Horse and Human Projects No.1 Watch as Tom helps students of all levels and disciplines address their challenges in an intimate clinic setting. This extended DVD features over 2 hours and 45 minutes. Tom helps notable horsemanship clinicians Martin Black, Terry Church, Bryan Neubert and others with their horses in this classic footage from a clinic in Gustine, California in 1995. Enjoy seeing the changes the horses make and Tom’s unique way of teaching. “I hope you’ll feel as if you are looking through the corral fence along with Tom and enjoy spending time with him while he helps some people with their horses. Tom's comments and humor are both educational and fun to hear. He is always trying to point out what would make it better for both the horse and the human. Tom mentions that "It is the little things that make the difference" and in this footage you will watch as slight adjustments from the riders make a big difference to their horses. It is interesting to watch Tom's timing and to be able to understand his thinking.” - Best Wishes, Margaret Dorrance -
In this latest DVD offering of vintage footage, Tom directs Bryan Neubert in the starting of two young horses at one of his clinics. Tom offers suggestions for Bryan and comments on what he sees is taking place. He mentions several times that the learning that will take place for people will be when they go home and spend time with their own horses; the clinic is an opportunity to be exposed to some new ideas. We hope that this footage will offer you some exposure to new ideas and that you can incorporate into your approach to horses a part of Tom’s unique ability to see what was taking place within horses and people together with some of his patience and humor. Next Harry Whitney rides a horse through obstacles: tires on the ground and a bridge. This will expose you to a way to approach obstacles and an idea of the learning that can take place when approaching something new. The DVD closes with a conversation between Tom and Harry about “approaches.” Listen and think about the situations they are visiting about. You will find some great gems in their exchanges. Enjoy this opportunity to spend some time with Tom. We are sure this exposure to his way of teaching and helping people and horses will give you some good ideas to blend into your life. Viewer Note: There are moments of sound and video that are less than perfect. For true students of horsemanship those moments can hardly distract from the learning taking place with the horses and students. Please enjoy these teachable moments with Tom. -
Join the founders of EBH (Evidence Based Horsemanship) Dr. Steve Peters and Martin Black as we kick off the first of 4 EBH Virtual Clinics this for 2023. "If you are not stretching your comfort zone you are probably shrinking it." But it is not always that simple for us or the horse. You can get frustrated and spur and kick the horse to make them go and can yank and try to restrain that highly aroused horse, however in both scenarios, you and the horse are not in the optimal neurochemical state and emotional responses are actually preventing you both from getting where you need to be (homeostasis). January's EBH Virtual Clinic will dive deep into this subject to help you and the horse understand the steps to take moving forward, whether it be after an accident and you are fearful, getting back in the saddle after a long break. Learn how you can live life to the fullest with your horse. This is the original unedited virtual session - 2 hours long with the founders of Evidence-Based Horsemanship. Yours to own and watch any time you like. Watch a preview of this session: -
Martin Black and Ty Murray met for a Virtual Clinic on May 9, 2023, at Ty's Texas ranch. They had a long conversation about how to prevent a high stressed horse. This Virtual Clinic can be purchased in its entirety at www.martinblack.net Ty Murray is a Hall Of Fame, 9 time World Champion cowboy (7 All-Around and 2 Bull Riding). After winning his 7th All-Around title in 1998, he still holds the record for the most All-Around Championships ever won by a roughstock rider. He is a co-founder of the PBR (Professional Bull Riders). He went on to star is several competition reality TV shows and still works as a commentator and analyst for PBR and Rodeo broadcasts. He is a rancher and advocate for the horse and his passion for good horsemanship led him to co-founding the National Day of the Horse in 2004. He has donated his time at various horsemanship summits and shares the knowledge he has gained over his lifetime to help make the world a better place for the horse. Martin Black is a highly respected horseman/bridleman and teacher who is well-known in the world of Horsemanship. He was born in Idaho and grew up on the family ranch in Bruneau. Black has a deep understanding of the traditions of vaquero (Buckaroo) horsemanship, which he learned from some of the greatest horsemen of his time. He has also studied and continues to practice horsemanship techniques. He has become a highly skilled and versatile trainer as a result. In addition to his work as a trainer, Black is also a popular clinician who travels around the United States and internationally to teach horsemanship clinics. He is known for his patient and intuitive teaching style, and his ability to help riders and horses build trust and communication. Black has authored several books, including “The Essential Martin Black Collection", “Cow Horse Confidence", and "Evidence-Based Horsemanship".(Co-authored with Dr. Steve Peters) He is highly regarded in the horse industry and has inspired many riders to improve their horsemanship skills and deepen their understanding of these amazing animals. Watch a preview of this session: -
Kangaroo-Rawhide 3/4" Hackamore with rawhide core — Measures: 5" x 12" — 16 plait with 32 plait noseband. This hackamore is intended to be used with a 3/4" or 5/8" mane hair mecate. Martin Black is very particular about how his gear functions, the hackamore hanger plays a large role in that. Every hackamore comes with a hand braided hackamore hanger, made to Martin's specifications. Hackamores can be purchased without a hanger upon request. Directions for measuring the best hackamore fit: https://martinblack.net/on-the-road-with-martin-black/getting-the-right-hackamore.html -
It’s not uncommon to see certain behaviors in our horses that raise questions. Or, we’ve all heard certain myths being propagated as truths throughout the horse community. Evidence-Based Horsemanship is working to dispel those myths and answer the “whys” behind horse behavior. Dr. Stephen Peters, a neuropsychologist who specializes in brain functioning, teamed up with fifth-generation horseman and internationally known clinician Martin Black to write and collaborate on Evidence-Based Horsemanship. EBH, as it’s commonly called, combines Peters’ understanding of brain function with Black’s keen observation of subtle horse behavior to create “best practices” in all areas of horse training and care. In this video, you will hear from them both on the exciting new scientific discoveries that can directly benefit all horses and horse owners. Running Time: 1 Hour
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The founders of EBH (Evidence Based Horsemanship) Dr. Steve Peters and Martin Black take a close look at Pain in the Horse. This is a fascinating episode of how pain can effect what we are doing with our horses on many different levels of learning and training. This is the original unedited virtual session - 2 hours long with the founders of Evidence-Based Horsemanship. Yours to own and watch any time you like. Watch a preview of this session: https://youtu.be/Fc6j5JvYok0 -
The founders of EBH (Evidence Based Horsemanship) Dr. Steve Peters and Martin Black took a look, literally, at Martin Black's brain. The findings may surprise you as to how Martin is able to see things in a way a few of us wish we could. An interesting session understanding how the human brain works in the presence of what appears to some as chaos while others skip to slow motion of being able to see what is going to happen in the next moment. This is the original unedited virtual session - 2 hours long with the founders of Evidence-Based Horsemanship. Yours to own and watch any time you like. Watch a preview of this session: -
By popular demand, I’ve had this particular bit replicated for my customers. Each one is hand made with this particular oblong shape and precisely curved mouth. The rings and the mouth measure exactly the same. I've found this bit to give the horse the best feel of any of snaffle I have tried. Polished Steel 5" in width.
