Training Tip: Respect Before Treats January 26, 2016 Despite what most people think, we do give our horses treats at the ranch. In fact, you’ll find me carrying…
Training Tip: Thinking of Starting a Colt? Be Realistic of Your Ability. January 19, 2016 When it comes to starting colts, you need to be as realistic of your ability as you possibly can be….
Training Tip: A Blanketing Mistake to Avoid January 12, 2016 The biggest mistake people make when blanketing their horses is sneaking the blanket up on the horse. If you reach…
Training Tip: Reactive on a Group Trail Ride January 5, 2016 It’s common for horses to ride well on the trail by themselves and get excited and ignore their riders when…
Training Tip: Horse Bites When Being Saddled December 29, 2015 If your horse tries to bite you when you saddle him, first make sure your tack is clean and it…
Training Tip: My Training Bit of Choice December 22, 2015 When it comes to training a horse, there is no better type of bit than a snaffle. Snaffle bits are…
Training Tip: Mouthy Horses December 15, 2015 When a horse gets mouthy — he nips or nibbles shirt sleeves, jackets or the lead rope — the behavior…
Training Tip: Arena-Shy Horses December 8, 2015 Like any problem you’re having with your horse that involves him not wanting to be where you want him to…
Training Tip: Tying a Horse in the Trailer December 1, 2015 I often get asked if it’s OK to tie a horse in the trailer using my rope halter. The answer…
Training Tip: Fix Your Horse’s Fidgety Feet November 24, 2015 Do you have a horse that constantly fidgets when you go to put his support boots on? Here’s a fix…