Horse Stall Or Pasture
It’s the age old question: Is my horse better off in a stall or in the pasture? To begin, I am well aware that some horse owners don’t have the luxury
Lead Changes, Flexion, and Lateral Movements
There is no secret mystery to executing flying lead changes and other more advanced maneuvers. It’s the same as anything else you do with your horse. Get the fundamental pieces
Slowing Down And Stopping Your Horse
How you approach slowing down and stopping depends on your horse. On a colt, or a horse that is not always wanting to go faster than you are asking, tipping
Head Tossing
The process to fix head tossing is to first discover why the horse feels the need to toss his head. Start by ruling out any physical causes with a vet and
Abused Horse With A Troubled Past
What about a horse that has a history of abuse and a troubled past. Should you treat them any differently? Are there special things you do with a horse like
Backing Your Horse
Backing your horse is one of the best exercises there is for building strength and balance. The main thing to remember when teaching this is that you are not pulling
Is Your Horse Straight?
The perfect place for your horse to be is straight in between your legs and reins. This place is called being ‘neutral’ or ‘straight’. And this is the place where
The #1 Horse Problem
Let’s talk about the #1 horse problem and how to fix it. You may be thinking that the #1 horse problem is bucking, or bolting, or buddy sour. But those
Pulling Back | The Ultimate Fix
Many horses have never been taught to yield to halter pressure. This is the root cause of pulling or setting back. But there is an effective exercise you can do