You’ve heard horse owners evaluate rides and their horse's behavior as they hop off, maybe something like: “He was such…
It’s a scene riders dread: A tense, strong horse ignores your cues, moves straight ahead then begins bucking and kicking…
Groundwork exercises that check communication between horse and human are a crucial part of my evaluation of a new horse…
This past winter, Tamie Smith, winner of the 2023 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event CCI5*, focused heavily on dressage with…
Tamie Smith, winner of the 2023 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event CCI5 aboard the 18-year-old German Sport Horse gelding Mai…
Choppy gait, gaping jaw, and bulging muscles on the underside of the neck: As riders and handlers, we all recognize…
There comes a time in every relationship when an honest evaluation is needed, and that includes your partnership with your…
Last month I discussed how the leg-yield is a useful suppling and training tool for both horse and rider, how…
Showmanship at halter is a class that showcases the harmony between a horse and his exhibitor, and the showmanship pivot…
A useful training tool for both horse and rider, the leg-yield while horse riding supples the horse through his hips,…