Abused Horse With A Troubled Past
What about a horse that has a history of abuse and a troubled past. Should you treat them any differently? Are there special things you do with a horse like
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Problem Solving
Backing Your Horse
Backing your horse is one of the best exercises there is for building strength and balance. The main thing to remember when teaching this is that you are not pulling
Is Your Horse Straight?
The perfect place for your horse to be is straight in between your legs and reins. This place is called being ‘neutral’ or ‘straight’. And this is the place where
The #1 Horse Problem
Let’s talk about the #1 horse problem and how to fix it. You may be thinking that the #1 horse problem is bucking, or bolting, or buddy sour. But those
Pulling Back | The Ultimate Fix
Many horses have never been taught to yield to halter pressure. This is the root cause of pulling or setting back. But there is an effective exercise you can do
Listen To Your Horse
To solve any horse ‘problem’ or to build a solid, bombproof mount, it is essential that you listen to your horse. A horse will always, always tell you where he
Biting Horses And Treats
A lot of people wonder if giving horse treats is a bad idea. Can that lead to nipping and biting? And what if you don’t ever give treats, but your
On The Trail
Of course, every rider wants to stay safe on the trail. Trail riding can be great mental therapy for both the horse and the rider. It should be an enjoyable
Mashing Your Horse
‘Mashing’ is a term I came up with to describe how to help a horse learn to mentally handle stressful or new situations and develop a healthy response to pressure.