Long and Low
Though there are many benefits to riding your horse in a long and low posture, this is not the position you would ride them in all the time. But there
Head Position
What is the proper head position for a horse? It depends on who you ask. It can also depend on the specific breed or training discipline. Head Position – Dressage A classical
Rope Halter
There are people (me included) who never use anything but a rope halter. Not that a web nylon or leather halter is bad, but it lacks some of the advantages that
Horses Acting Weird – What’s The Root Cause?
When your horse is acting weird, how do you know if the root cause is a physical problem or training related? Definitely a question that deserves a correct answer. We would likely
Respect Is A Bad Word
When it comes to discussing horse behavior, respect is a bad word. It's at the top of the list of words floating around the horse industry that can be misleading. We use
Reins And Legs
Your reins and legs (and your seat and entire body) should all operate in unison when you ride. Too many of us are overusing the reins and underusing everything else.
Evaluate Your Horse
If your horse has had some time off, or you’re riding an unfamiliar or young horse, it’s a good idea to evaluate him before you climb on. The most important thing
Top Mistakes Riders Make
I have compiled a list of the top 3 mistakes riders make. These common errors are easy to correct if you become aware of what they are and know how
Ride Where You Can, Not Where You Can’t
Ride where you can, not where you can’t. If you and your horse are in a high pressure situation, don’t continue to fight a losing battle. We all know that you