Love them or hate them, flat classes are part of every hunter rider’s world. Bad transitions, blown leads and the dreaded spook in the corner are common mistakes committed in the ring. Fortunately, there are things you can you...
The first horse I ever rode, Geronimo, loved to play chase when he was a baby… and a couple times when he was older. The 3-day-old mini in this video is no different. He chases around his owner, Sterling...
I’ve been to a lot of horse shows over the years, sometimes as an exhibitor, sometimes as a judge, sometimes as a show manager, show secretary, announcer, or spectator. But my first horse show was especially memorable. I was...
A horse that jigs and goes too fast is frustrating to deal with and no fun to ride. If you feel like you’re in a constant battle with your horse to slow down his feet, a great exercise to...
Q: I have a Standardbred mare. She refuses to go any faster than a trot. When I ask her, she just lengthens her stride and goes to a faster trot. Is there any way that I can get her...
Everyone is afraid of something. It could be spiders or snakes or heights or death. Animals are often scared too. It could be loud noises that send them running or a ditch that stops them in their tracks. For...
If you’ve ever found yourself approaching a fence with apprehension, or perhaps have had a bad fall or negative experience while jumping, you’re not alone in your jumping fears.
Don’t lose hope. There are steps you can take and...
Q: I ride a high-energy gelding, and every time I ride him, I cannot seem to keep a steady walk. He is always jigging and I cannot keep him down to a simple, slow walk. Any suggestions?
A: The likely...
Mandy McCutcheon and Yellow Jersey's ride in the team competition at the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Normandy.The massive glass doors to the office of Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses open, and dogs, kids and Mandy McCutcheon step...
Western riding often looks effortless, but it’s hard work and good horsemanship that creates that impression. Whether you have a trainer or are trying the DIY approach, here are a few pointers to better western riding from American Quarter...
