We all know that a performance horse performs to the best of their talent if they are soft to our hands. Their body softens, they can...
In this fast paced life, we strive for control and things to go at our “speed”, whether it’s our automobiles, our businesses, or our lives in...
Photos Courtesy of Darrell Dodds The horse’s personality develops from the combination of his genetic tendencies and his life experiences, the training and handling he receives...
Any time you are getting into a different discipline, it is important to know what tack is allowed in competition. The smart rider will research ahead...
Avoiding Training Q: I recently started working with my horse in the roundpen and have made decent progress. He gives me two eyes and follows me...
Working conditions for the versatile ranch horse have changed to include the show arena, and his employer now might be a mainstream recreational rider. The versatile...
Conformation is always important when selecting a horse. Conformation is more than just how a horse looks. A horse’s build directly affects how the horse moves,...
Richard Winters, After over thirty-five years of horse training and working with thousands of horses, I’m convinced that there’s nothing more important than understanding equine psychology....
Have you ever said, “Well, moving forward, let’s __________ .” You let go of anything that holds you back. You look to what you want to...
Trailer Ready to Haul by Martha Josey & Alissa Burson-Kelly Having your horse trailer prepared to haul down the road is important whether you’re competing...