My guidelines below are for the type of horse I’ve found to be the most trainable and the most able to excel in any range of...
A dynamic, judge-pleasing spin is performed on a loose rein, with the horse’s nose tipped slightly in the direction of the turn. The horse is “hunting”...
If you have spent much time in the saddle, chances are you have come across a horse that pins its ears. Whether you are riding such...
Pawing the ground is a clear sign of impatience and frustration on the horse’s part. You’ve probably seen the horse that digs himself into a hole...
When your horse barges into you or runs over you, he normally evokes one of two reactions on your part: fear or offense. Most people respond...
A few weeks ago I was able to buy a new truck, used but new to me. No big deal, lots of folks buy new trucks...
One of the best ways to get the end result you want is to follow a recipe. Unfortunately for us, horses do not come with their...
How well can you “send” your horse? With your horse at the end of a halter and lead rope, can you send them out and away...
Do you believe in intuition? Do you follow your “gut feelings?” Paying attention to your thoughts and following where they lead is something some people live...
Once you’ve considered genetic traits of the sire, consider the traits of the dam, based on her breeding. With those two criteria you can, with a...