Training Tip: Your Horse’s Frame of Mind is Important
Whenever you’re working on desensitizing your horse – getting him to stand still and relax while you approach him with…
Training Tips
Teach Your Horse to Stand Quietly While Being Groomed
If your horse constantly fidgets and paws the ground while you’re trying to groom him, he’s telling you that you…
Training Tip: The Jeffrey’s Method: A Must-Do Desensitizing Exercise for Colts
When it comes to getting a colt quiet and prepared to feel a rider on his back, there’s no better…
Training Tip: Handling an Abused Horse
Question: My 16-year-old grandson bought a horse that was previously owned by a young girl who used him in eventing…
Training Tip: Why You Should Get Your Horse Outside of the Arena
No matter which category your horse falls into – he’s cold-blooded and on the lazier side of the scale or…
Training Tip: Stopping a Horse From Rushing Over Trail Obstacles
Question: I have been training my wife’s new horse for a while now. He is through Intermediate, and has lots…
Help for a Horse That Won’t Stand Still
A well-trained horse stands quietly while you get in the saddle and waits for your cue to move off once…
Training Tip: An Invisible Protective Bubble
There are two categories of respect: a safety category and a learning category. The safety category teaches you how to…
Training Tip: How to Stop a Horse From Putting His Tongue Over the Bit
Question: I have a 3-year-old Quarter Horse gelding that I bought just over six months ago. He was already “broke”…
Does Your Horse Have Bad Manners?
If your horse cops an attitude when you come near his stall, it’s time for an attitude adjustment. While pinny…
