Solving Horse Problems
I spend a lot of time helping people solve horse problems. Some of the most common are buddy sour, speeding up, slowing down, bucking, bolting, head tossing, and spooky, but
The Value Of An Extended Trot
Too many horses miss out on the amazing value of an extended trot. There’s something almost magical about trotting fast on a loose rein with the rider’s hands forward, wide, and
3 Requirements For A Safe Horse
There are 3 basic requirements that must be in place for a horse to be safe and reliable. If these 3 things are established, the risk factor when you ride
Rider Mentality
A rider’s mentality can have a profound effect on their horse’s overall movement and behavior. The Sensitive Horse Because of his size, it’s easy to forget that a horse is an ultra
Trust Your Horse
There’s a lot said about our horse trusting us, but not much about us trusting our horse. But your horse needs you to trust him. Roadblocks To Trusting Your Horse Many people
Shoulders And Hips
Shoulder and hip control are a crucial part of the foundation that should be built into every horse. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a performance rider or a trail rider
Release The Tension
A horse will never be light and responsive until the tension in his body is released. As your horsemanship improves, you should be able to feel when the horse is
Horse Training Mistake | Don’t Do What I Did
No matter how long you’ve been doing the horse training thing, you’re never immune from making mistakes. I’ve found that one of the easiest mistakes to make is to jump
Standing Still
Never neglect to perfect the art of standing still. It is vitally important that your horse can shut down and stand in one spot without any random or self-imposed movement. The