Training Tip: Conquer Fear By Focusing On Gaining Control
When a horse respects you as a leader and uses the thinking side of his brain rather than the reactive…
Training Tips
Training Tip: Practice Patience in Training Sessions
If you want your horse to wait for your cues and be patient, you have to practice teaching him to…
Training Tip: Become a Better Rider by Riding as Many Horses as You Can
If you have a desire to be a great horseman, I encourage you to ride not only as many horses…
Training Tip: Don’t Be So Predictable
Predators are very predictable – they do the same thing every day. Think about yourself. What do you do every…
Training Tip: How to Safely Handle Your Horse Spooking
When your horse spooks at something, put his energy to good use. If it’s an object you can ride around,…
Training Tip: Understanding Cold-Blooded Horses
While the Method works on all types of horses, every horse will require you to vary your approach slightly. I…
Training Tip: Understanding Hot-Blooded Horses
While the Method works on all types of horses, every horse will require you to vary your approach slightly. I…
Training Tip: Correcting A Faulty Spin
For a horse to be textbook correct when spinning, he should plant his inside hind foot. Horses that tend to…
Training Tip: Don’t Try to Conquer the Grand Canyon on Your Horse’s First Trail Ride
The ideal location for first taking a horse outside is a long dirt road because it gives you plenty of…
Training Tip: Know When to Retreat When Building Your Horse’s Confidence
Whenever you desensitize your horse to an object, use the Approach and Retreat Method. Build the horse’s confidence by approaching…
