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...
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...
Now that you are moving forward, let’s go into more detail about the gaits you and your horse will ride when competing at the Basic Level....
Dog Lindgren – Jody and I recently received a collection of Western Horseman magazines from a couple that live east of Rapid City. The collection is...
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...
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...
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...
As people begin and continue with their riding programs, a few things usually surface that have some bearing on success. Among them: consistent riding and personality...
You might have thought you left math behind once you finished school. Not quite! I’ve found that the “mathematics” of the dressage ring make riding with...