There are certain qualities every horse needs to succeed, no matter what discipline. Every horse should be forward, straight, and balanced. Let’s look at these concepts in closer detail.
Forward does not mean fast. What it does mean is that your horse is using his...
Every horse should be forward, straight, and balanced.
Dressage education is based on a scale of training where a solid foundation is laid down and then added to as the horse progresses. The image of a pyramid is aptly used for this scale with rhythm as the base and collection at the top. For our purposes, we will discuss each...
Dressage education is based on a scale of training where a solid foundation is laid down and then added to as the horse progresses.
Often, riders who are unfamiliar with the discipline of dressage think of it as a pretentious style of riding that requires boring repetition to achieve the end result of riding pretty patterns. There are probably some of you reading this right now who are thinking, “What...
In the 950s American horsemen became interested in dressage as both a method of training and as a competitive sport
An equine nutritionist should be a member of your team of professionals who help you maintain a healthy and happy equine partner. This professional, however, is one that many horse owners may not be familiar with because not every veterinary practice has a vet who specializes...
Equine nutritionist: member of your team of professionals to maintain a healthy equine partner.
Health care, hoof maintenance, and nutrition are so important because, let’s face it, if your horse does not feel good due to an illness or poor nutrition, or if his feet hurt, or his mouth is sore, then he is not going to perform to his best ability.
Your Equine...
Health care, hoof maintenance, and nutrition are so important; if your horse does not feel good, he is not going to perform to his best ability.
Because all other equine health issues hinge on your veterinarian’s medical expertise and recommendations, he/she is the most important equine professional that you will work with.
Communication Is the Key
Good communication with your vet is essential to the good...
Your veterinarian is the most important equine professional that you will work with
If you have spent much time in the saddle, chances are you have come across a horse that pins it ears while being ridden. Whether you are riding such a horse, or you are riding in a group that includes this kind of horse, you know how unpleasant it can be. More importantly,...
Why do horses pin their ears and what can we do about it?
In the last article, I talked about how to prepare for and have a picnic trail ride. Another fun activity to share with your horse on the trail is a cookout. It requires a little bit more preparation and planning because a larger meal is prepared and it requires a fire. You...
This month Lynn Palm has us horsing around on the trail for a cookout and offers what we need to be safe and have great fun.
It is now time to apply all the great trail training we have covered in the previous articles and do a fun activity with your horse - a picnic trail ride. If it is not picnic weather in your part of the country right now, you can use the information in this article later,...
Apply all the great trail training we have covered in the previous articles and do a fun activity with your horse.
