Ask Martin: What are the Benefits of a High Line

Question: Thanks for the great evening [EBH Virtual Clinic October 2022]. I would like more details on the oak tree trick. More close up pictures? Thanks, Galen via email Answer from Martin Black: There are … read

Ask Martin: Tension Release or Sulking

Question: I would love to see a post from a horseman’s perspective explaining the difference between a horses head down (exhibiting “tension release”) and the similar stance when they are “sulking.” Martin’s Answer: If you … read

Ask Martin :To Flex or Not To Flex

Question: “I stopped flexing my horse after receiving some criticism. Where did flexing come from and why does everyone do it? Did Ray Hunt or Tom ever use it? And, to your mind, what is … read

Managing Fear Into Courage

When a horse is confronted by something unknown to his senses he deals with it in one of two ways: defensively if he feels confined, or if he does not perceive a threat and his … read