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Western Riding

Working in the Bosal

Q. I would like to know more about working my horse in a hackamore (bosal). I was wondering if you…

16 years ago


Ending Codependence

Q. I have started taking my 9-year-old mare to playdays and other events. She is fine when she is with my…

16 years ago

Trail Tune-up

Q. I own a 9-year-old Quarter Horse and all we do is trail ride. He’s perfect, but sometimes he’ll lie…

16 years ago

Start Your Horse’s Spring Training

In the wild, a band of horses will travel far distances each day in search of forage and water. It…

16 years ago

Western Pleasure at Breed Shows

Q. I have shown western pleasure on the open circuit, but thought I’d test my skills at a breed show.…

16 years ago

Moving Forward

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

16 years ago

Downhill Dilemma

Q. My 4-year-old mare kicks out and bucks while going downhill on trail rides. My veterinarian has ruled out health…

16 years ago

Cue Speed Between Barrels

Q. My 6-year-old barrel horse runs to the first barrel and home from the last barrel well, but between barrels…

16 years ago

Green Horse Rules to Live By

When working with a green horse, regardless of the type, you’re going to have some highs and lows. To help…

16 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…

16 years ago