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Western Riding

Horsemanship How-to: Teach a Horse to Back

Every horse should back willingly on cue. Not only does this trait come in handy during a variety of all-purpose…

11 years ago


Show With Confidence

If you are new to showing or have been away from the show pen for a while, there are some…

12 years ago

How to Fit a Halter for Showmanship

Click for a printable version of this chart. First impressions are important in showing horses, especially in the showmanship division.…

12 years ago

Video: Dragging Objects with Charles Wilhelm

A good trail horse must be able to accept unexpected noises and objects around them. In the February 2012 issue…

12 years ago

Question of the Week: Accepting the Back Cinch

Q: I recently got a new saddle and, unlike my old one, it has a back cinch. When I fastened…

12 years ago

Stop on Whoa

Q: I’ve been trying to get my horse to stop when I say, “whoa.” Sometimes he acts like he understands…

12 years ago

Stacy Westfall: Saddling Comfort for Your Horse

Keeping your horse happy while saddling can be a cinch if you keep these tips in mind: Check that your…

12 years ago

Stacy Westfall: Strengthen a Horse’s Weak Direction

If your horse is softer, more coordinated or generally easier to work in one direction than the other, begin your…

12 years ago

Fixing the One-Way Horse

Q: A few months ago I bought an older horse that had spent the last few years as a trail…

12 years ago

Dressage Goes West

Eitan Beth-Halachmy and Santa Fe Renegade performed at the 2006 and 2010 World Equestrian Games. Photo: Leslie Potter Western and…

13 years ago