It’s a natural instinct. When your horse gets nervous and starts “antsing” around, you try and calm him by looking down at him, petting him on...
Clinton – Downunder Horsemanship – talks candidly about his first colt starting experience, what he’s learned over the years and how he’s had to refine some...
Competitive Edge – Over the years barrel racers and horsemen have become known for always looking for the next new product or best supplement on the...
I don’t think there is a set answer to that question. It definitely depends on the individual horse when they are ready to start. I have...
In the previous issue of Performance Horse Digest, I had explained the benefits and exercises used to perform athletic circles. When your horse can perform...
Photos Courtesy of Ross Hecox In selecting a prospect, we take into consideration both a horse’s physical and mental conformation. To be an athlete, he must...
Sandy Collier – You’ve been working all along on encouraging your horse to stay framed-up even when you put slack in the reins. By now he...
Knowledge is power. It’s always in your best interests to fully understand the dressage tests before you compete. Take time to review and there will be...
If you know your horse has a tendency to turn a leisurely trail ride into an all-out race, set the situation up at home so that...
PONCHO “a true story” First Horse – I was about 14 years old, and my family and I were living in Houston, Texas. My heart,...