Tommie Turvey’s inspired horsemanship
Tommie Turvey’s take on horsemanship isn’t just about training – it means looking after every aspect of your horse, including his future. You don’t have…
Tag: natural horsemanship
Demystifying lead changes
Are you and your horse getting stuck with lead changes? These tips will get you back on track and set you up for successful flying…
Training Cycles
Don’t get stuck in a rut! Understanding training cycles keeps both you and your horse progressing. Colt starting has always been one of my favorite…
Tips for improving your horse’s stall manners
Horses that are pushy or aggressive when you enter the stall can be frustrating to handle. Follow these training tips to help develop better behavior.…
How to teach your horse self-carriage
Developing self-carriage at the most basic level will help your horse maintain it through more advanced movements. When a horse is balanced and maintaining himself…
Training your horse with play and precision
Here’s how play and precision can work together to create the outcomes you desire. In my experience, there are riders who love to play and riders…
Quantum Mechanics & Your Horse
You may not think quantum mechanics and horses go together. One trainer explores this link to help horses become healthier and more balanced. Understanding the…
Update Your Feeding Program
Is your feeding program really doing what you think it is? You need to know what certain time-honored feeding practices might be out of date.…
Balancing your horse’s calcium and phosphorus
Deciphering the correct balance between calcium and phosphorous doesn’t have to feel like a bad math class flashback! As we start this discussion of the…
Barefoot transition: tips for success
The concavity and quality of your horse’s sole may change (for the better) as you transition from shod to barefoot. Barefoot guru Pete Ramey’s favorite response…
Choosing the Right Clinic
A Natural Horsemanship clinic should be an enjoyable learning experience. It will teach you and your horse how to work together in new situations, and…
Mishandling
He was exquisite, a true specimen of majesty and beauty. I watched as the three-year-old black Friesian stallion quickly paced back and forth in the…
