So how do we create this rewarding connection with the horse? Through true horsemanship which is the cultivated relationship between horse and man. Much of this...
A respectful horse is a willing horse. When you ask him to move, he does so instantly. When you lead him, he walks next to...
In this article, we will discuss bending and turning aids. The goal for both the bending and turning aids is to control the horse’s body position...
Does your horse refuse to stand for the farrier? Do you struggle to pick up and clean his feet? This month, we will cover some exercises...
There’s not one cutter reading this who hasn’t heard the word, “Wait!” Much of the time, the feeling behind the instruction is, “By gosh, I said...
Dena Kirkpatrick is a professional horse trainer, world-renowned clinician, and wife to calf-roping horse trainer, Cliff Kirkpatrick. She is the mother of 2 girls, Sarah &...
Winter has set in hard here in the Midwest. Brutal cold along with ice and snow makes traveling to the barn difficult for many. Once we...
By applying techniques from my past training articles, you have learned how to teach your horse to soften his face and stop and back up on...
Saddle fit is important and affects your horse’s comfort and your safety. This month, we will cover saddling tips including safety, adjustments, fit, and position....
I train horses and conduct horsemanship clinics for a living. My job requires that I ride numerous horses on any given day. By this...