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...
An elderly widow lives alone on the family farm. The horse barn has been empty since the children moved out. Recently, an equine professional asked to...
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...
There are two things to consider when faced with a horse eating grass while you’re on his back. One is when is the grazing taking place?...
In the Working Cow Horse classes, you must turn the cow on the fence once each way. What separates the quality turns from the average or...
Do “As Is” Clauses in Sales Contracts Prevent All Lawsuits? Equine sales agreements sometimes include the words “as is” and “with all faults.” Sellers use these...
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...
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...