What kind of experience will your horse get out of your next ride?
Think of the big picture and what it is you are trying to achieve and what kind of steps you may take to reach your goals. If every ride could be a positive step in … read
groundwork
Discipline or Misguided Energy?
Q: Does the horse have a discipline problem, or misguided energy? A: It is easy for a person to say, “My horse has a problem.” With that attitude the person is handicapping a situation that … read
Preparing your horse for the Hackamore and Bridle
The Spanish type hackamore and bridle are both traditionally designed to operate from feel not force. When they become a forceful tool, the outcome will be reversed from the original intent. Both the hackamore and … read
Spring Checkup
This time of year, when a person starts riding a horse that has been laid off for the winter—or at any other time—and may have prospered, it might be a good idea to check the … read