Training Tip: School ‘Em and Fool ‘Em April 19, 2016 Horses are smart enough to know when they can chump us and when they can’t. For example, more than likely,…
Training Tip: A Horse That Plays With the Bit April 12, 2016 It’s very normal for young horses to mouth and play with the bit. They’re just trying to figure out what…
Training Tip: Safely Bring Your Horse Back to Work April 5, 2016 If your horse has had the winter off and you’re ready to get back in the saddle, keep these success…
Training Tip: Horses That Ignore the One Rein Stop March 22, 2016 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: Start Your Colt in a Hackamore March 15, 2016 I start all of my colts in a hackamore, and continue to ride them in a hackamore for their first…
Training Tip: Pick-Up-Feet Cue March 8, 2016 Are you one of those horse owners who has to use both hands to pull your horse’s hooves up off…
Training Tip: Stand Still for Mounting March 1, 2016 A horse that constantly moves around when you try to slip your foot in the stirrup is not only frustrating,…
Training Tip: First Saddling Success Tip February 23, 2016 The key to successfully introducing the saddle to a colt is to get his feet moving forward and to give…
Training Tip: Pinny-Eared Horses February 16, 2016 When we see horses being worked and their ears are pinned back, we often assume the horse is cranky or…
Training Tip: Hard-to-Catch Horse February 9, 2016 If your horse gives you the runaround when you go to catch him, don’t be so predictable. Most horses balk…