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It’s all about horsemanship

Bettina Drummond came to the  Y6  a couple of years ago.  This is a awesome picture of Bettina working her dressage horse on a steer.  Note that she is riding in a hackamore and a … read

Finding the Sweet Spot

Before man domesticated horses for working animals, they were prey animals. Their survival depended on their speed, agility, intelligence, and strength. Since the domestication of the horse, man has tried to improve those traits for … read

Ask Martin: Working a Deaf Horse

Question: “I’m working a horse at the moment that is a 3-year-old deaf mare.  I’ve just started her and she’s going nicely, but I’m having a hard time getting through to her. She frights so easily and … read

Ask Martin: Dropping the Back During A Stop

Question: “Hi Martin! I’ve been watching your refinement DVD and working on the things you cover and am liking the results. I’d like to see my horse be more elevated in the shoulders and more … read

Ask Martin: Pivoting

Question: “I attended a clinic this past weekend. The clinician said when disengaging the hindquarters, the horse should walk a small circle with the front feet, not pivot. At the very least the inside front … read