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Why teeth matter

I was teaching a clinic in outback Australia and some people brought a coming four-year-old horse to the clinic. They had competed with the horse a competition called Camp Drafting which consisted of a lot … read

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

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

Ask Martin: Working Young Horses

Question: “I have a question about 3-year-old green broke horses…how hard should they be worked? If they are coming along good, is it a good idea to keep pushing them into new situations?”   Answer: … read