Training Tip: Canter With Confidence: Practice With the Right Horse
When you’re learning to ride, it’s normal to be apprehensive about cantering your horse. Getting comfortable and confident riding your…
Training Tips
Training Tip: First-Time Hobbling Struggles
Question: I recently put sideline hobbles on Tanzy, my 4-year-old mare. She freaked out. She ran backwards as best as…
Training Tip: Canter With Confidence: Sit in the Saddle Correctly
At some point, all equestrians experience the unsettling feeling of riding the canter. Getting comfortable and confident riding your horse’s…
Training Tip: Horse Refuses to Go Over Obstacles but Isn’t Scared of Them
Question: My 7-year-old horse does not want to go over the bridge or through the water box in her western…
Training Tip: Canter With Confidence: Use Correctly Fitted Tack
If your confidence abandons you when it comes to cantering your horse, don’t fear! You’re not alone and your feelings…
Training Tip: Overcoming a Horse’s Ingrained Bucking Habit
Question: I bought my horse Hank, a 4-year-old Quarter Horse, last fall, and he had a good start. I was…
Learn How to Handle a Horse That Stops and Rolls on the Ground During a Ride
A horse that lies down and rolls while you’re riding him is very dangerous. “If you’re not quick enough to…
Training Tip: Why You Should Teach Your Horse to Sidepass
Sidepassing is a useful way to get better control of the horse’s five body parts (head and neck, poll, shoulders,…
Training Tip: Advice for Catching a Horse
Question: I have a 4-year-old Arabian that I recently purchased. My problem is I can’t catch him. He has lots…
Training Guide: Attitude Adjustment for Cranky Horses
Horses that misbehave in group situations are a hazard to themselves and others. More than likely, you’ve been on a…
