Training Tip: A Bit or Hackamore?
Q: I’m ready to start riding my horse. Should I use a bit to begin with or do you recommend…
Training Tips
Training Tip: Have a Plan for When Your Horse Spooks
From time to time, your horse is going to spook at objects on the trail. Having a fail-safe approach to…
Training Tip: Horses That Check Out at Competition
Horses are smart enough to know when they can chump us and when they can’t. For example, more than likely,…
Training Tip: Horses That Run Through a One Rein Stop
Here’s a scenario that’s common for a lot of riders: They’re riding their horse on the trail and the horse…
Training Tip: Having Trouble With Your Horse?
The main thing to understand when dealing with a problem horse is that if you want your horse’s behavior to…
Training Tip: Look for Your Horse to Improve a Little Every Day
When you’re working with your horse, remember that you’re not trying to perfect every single lesson every day; you’re just…
Training Tip: Building Your Horse’s Confidence About Trailering
When you begin to teach the horse to load onto the trailer, the first rule is to completely forget about…
Training Tip: Partner With the Right Horse
When you begin your horsemanship journey, try to pick a horse that will help you learn and will build your…
Training Tip: Increase Pressure as Needed When Training Your Horse
Most people want to start with a low amount of pressure, which is great, but when their horse ignores them,…
Training Tip: Don’t Nag Your Horse
Nagging a horse, constantly pecking at him without getting a result or failing to reward him for correct behavior, only…
