Yesterday, the article I wrote was lighthearted and fun. Talking about how some of us are horse crazy forever and that those who live with and love us should just accept it. Today, I feel the need to write about something a bit more serious. As some...
Proper horse training and exercise: The first common mistake resides at the very foundation of barrel racing. Many barrel horses are rushed into training and then they are trained strictly on the cloverleaf pattern till they are fed up with running ...
So, you have decided to buy a horse. Congratulations! This is an exciting time for you! Here are some steps to find the perfect horse: 1. Make Sure You Are Ready: Ask yourself: do you have what it takes to take care of a horse? Do you have the time...
The Resurrection of the Equine Exposition In America: Part One In the May 21, 2018 article “The Death of the Equine Exposition In America” we explored the nature of the equine consumer exposition, how they impact the equine industry and what their d...
Ahhh, so you want to know about the pleasures of maneuvering a bumper pull horse trailer? Bumper pull trailers have many virtues. They are compact, store easily and do a lot with less space. They also are a very versatile hauling device. But maneuvering...
Having a horse that is aggressive in his or her stall can be a real problem. It's not one that you should have to live with though. I have had success in correcting this behavior. It starts with determining the reason for their territorial behavior in...
Maybe you are trying to click with a new horse, or you are trying to train someone else’s animal. Maybe you had a bad accident and are trying to build your confidence around horses again. No matter the situation, bonding with your horse is essential ...
The Things You May Have Heard About Riding Horses For those of you who have considered riding in the past, or are considering it now, here is some information I think will be valuable to you. There are a lot of common misconceptions about horseback ...
Pre-trip inspections aren't just for semi trucks—horse trailers should also be inspected before every trip on the highway. I find a rubber mallet an essential tool for pre-trip inspections because you can bang it on every part of your trailer, incl...
Independent Seat and Hands This is a term that I heard a lot when I was learning to ride, but never really understood until a lot later in my horsemanship journey. I hope to make it more clear for you and help you to understand why it is not only so...
There’s no denying that horses make fantastic companions for children as they tend to be very intuitive pets. Keeping a horse for riding is also an excellent way for children to learn new skills that will not only keep them active, but also offers them...
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