Easing equine anxiety for better performance
It’s the day of the show, and your horse is on his worst behavior. Could anxiety be the culprit? Let’s take a look at what…
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Caring for your horse on the road
Whether it’s to a show, a campground or an indoor arena when the weather is inclement, many of us transport our horses. Learn how the…
Achieve success in the show ring with Animal Communication
Animal Communication helped address the cause of this horse’s anxiety and helped him and his rider thrive. Stress at an event is pretty common –…
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…
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,…
Bridleless at the Washington International
Currently, the Washington International has no rule that says jumpers must wear bridles. Hackamores and bitless bridles are also accepted and are becoming more common,…
Snowman
How Snowman, an $80 rescue horse, became a show jumping champion. People often think of horses at the top of the equestrian sport as “machines”.…
Signs of poor saddle fit
If you notice physical or behavioral changes in your horse, it may have more to do with the fit of your saddle than anything else.…
How’s your riding progress?
Are you feeling stuck? Here are some tips to help you become a better student, and move forward with your riding. Why do some riding…
It’s Elemental – the Fire horse
The Five Elements Theory is a significant part of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and has been in use for thousands of years. It’s believed that the…
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…
Technology’s role in saddle fitting
Many tools have been developed to assist in the diagnosis of saddle fit and technology has helped make the process more accurate than ever. In…
