Think you have it rough in winter? Imagine if you lived in Alaska. Those tough northerners have no choice but to make the most of snowy weather, and that's exactly what this rider does. These gorgeous, snow-covered trails through...
If you live in a climate that gets cold in the winter--particularly one where ice and snow are a regular occurrence--it can be tempting to curl up and hibernate, skipping your usual rides until the first daffodils pop out...
So many times we fall in love for all the wrong reasons. Just as it happens in human relationships, with horses we’re often initially attracted by appearances or preconceived ideas. All too frequently people buy horses based on looks...
Even if you can nail the distance to every fence, your hunter is sure to stay out of the ribbons if he can’t easily perform a flying lead change. The following tips will help you learn how to ask...
It’s important to realize that your horse’s respect for you isn’t automatic; you have to earn it. The best way to do this is by using the same tactics horses use to gain respect from each other.
"You earn a...
As the heat of summer is pushed out by the gentle fall winds, deer and elk hunters are checking their gear and getting ready for the first hunt of the season. At the same time, those gentle winds and...
When a horse has behavior problems, it’s easy to turn to quick fixes. Instead, discovering the root causes of the unwanted behaviors is the most effective path to solutions that are more beneficial in the long run.The Speedy Horse
Excessive...
Q: My horse spooks every time he sees a rope when we’re trying to catch cattle. Do you have any pointers?
A: Many horses will accept an object as long as it’s at their eye level or below. But...
Q: My 6-year-old Quarter Horse mare is very difficult to get into a lope. She usually just goes into an extended trot. When I do get her to lope, it is very rough and hard to sit. Do you...
Q: My 5-year-old gelding’s introduction to dressage is going well, but I can’t figure out how to keep him from collapsing his shoulder inward when we do circles or bend in the corners. How do I help him stay...
