How to find a safe and connected position in the saddle
This simple exercise can assist you in connecting and communicating with your horse through your seat instead of the reins. Have you ever wanted to…
Category: Horse Training
Easing back into show training after time off (due to COVID-19)
Are you and your horse feeling a little rusty after taking some time off? These steps will help you ease back into a successful show…
Invitation and reward: a kinder way to train your horse
Take a look at why an “invitation and reward” approach to training is kinder – and more effective – than one that involves pressure and…
Tips for winter horse training
Training and riding your horse in bad weather means keeping some important considerations in mind. Follow these winter horse training tips for a safer and…
Treadmill exercise and your horse
Equine treadmills are increasingly found in therapy centers, research centers, and even some training facilities. Learn how the rehabilitating or conditioning horse could succeed with…
7 tips for training your young horse
He’s bright-eyed, bushy-tailed and full of curiosity – but he needs to be trained! Here are some valuable tips to help you shape your young…
What to expect when transitioning from steel shoes to barefoot
Thinking of switching your horse to barefoot this season? Here’s what you should expect during the transition. Horse caretakers often have difficulty keeping shoes on…
How learning new disciplines can improve your riding
Trying new disciplines can greatly benefit your riding style and improve your horse’s attitude and understanding at any event. We all put our left foot…
5 steps to prepare your horse for training and competition – mentally and physically
Competition season is upon us, which means it’s time to condition your equine companion to perform at his best. Horse caretakers want results from training,…
Driving horses – an introduction
A step-by-step guide to training a driving horse. So you want to train your horse to drive! As with all disciplines, the primary goal is…
How to prepare your horse for roping
Roping is a diverse discipline that requires a great deal of training. These tips will help you introduce your horse to the sport — safely…
Building your horse’s trust
How staying present and performing a gentle acupressure session on your horse can help deepen his trust in you. If you think your horse knows…
