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Dale Rudin

Moving Forward

Q. My mare keeps switching gaits. I ask her to trot, and she starts crow hopping and tries to lope. How…

17 years ago


Set to Spin

Q. We have trained a phenomenal reining horse, but we’re having trouble getting a consistent spin. How do you train…

17 years ago

Guide to the Slow Jog

The American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) Handbooks describes the jog as “a smooth, ground-covering two-beat diagonal gait.”  Sounds straightforward, right?…

17 years ago

A Balanced Approach to Western Equitation

Great equitation is not just about looks; it’s about being a proficient rider. If you’re the type who is passionate…

17 years ago

Can’t Relax at the Lope

Q. I am training my 4-year-old horse for western pleasure. She has the headset and the nice slow speed at…

18 years ago

Spooky Stuff

Since coming to live in a world designed by people, horses have had to learn how to accept the sights…

18 years ago

Bodybuilding for the Western Horse

  A systematic training approach addresses your horse’s fitness from head to tail. Whether you run barrels or trail ride,…

20 years ago

Extend the Jog and Collect Benefits

When schooling, the majority of western riders focus their attention on establishing consistently slow and steady gaits, which are essential…

21 years ago

Is Your Yearling a Longeline Candidate?

The yearling longeline class provides a showcase for up-and-coming English and western pleasure horses and an opportunity for the owners…

22 years ago