Life Outside for the Weanling Once the foals are weaned and halter-broke, about all that’s done with these youngsters is catching them for deworming, shots and...
By Dr. B. Wright – Veterinary Scientist, Equine and Alternative Livestock/OMAFRA; Dr. Dan Kenney, Staff Veterinarian, OVC/ University of Guelph Horse owners and veterinarians are commonly...
One of the best ways to start disciplining the horse is to begin when he is young. Be a part of his life, and in a...
I’m sure that most horse enthusiasts are familiar with the idea of hobbling a horse around their two front feet. This is in essence like putting...
When you have been away from riding for a while, it’s hard to know where to begin when you want to start again. Maybe you quit...
This month, we’ll cover a fun exercise that will improve your riding and confidence in the saddle. I want to start by saying that safety always...
I am often asked, “What is the most important facet of horsemanship?” The answer to that giant question is vast and varied. One answer could be...
I recently picked up a vintage horsemanship magazine from 1968. One of the articles described the training required of reining horses. The author wrote the following,...
Whispers … Volume #14 Have you ever had a hunch … a quiet, soft, whispered thought that seemed to “pop up” in your head? I...
I can spot it a mile away. That blank stare on a rider’s face as they are about to enter the show pen or walk into...