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Preparing Your Dog to Be a Valued Riding Partner by Robert Eversole Roy Rogers had Bullet, Big Jake had Dog… I have Abby. Not only are dogs faithful companions to movie cowboys and me, they’re also favorite pals for many other equestrians. With 70 million dogs in America, chances …
by Marilyn Pineda I love teaching trailer loading here at Fire Mountain Trail Course! There are so many types of communication and elements of confidence that come into play when a horse is comfortable with trailers. In my Riding Well Grounded article about impeccable timing I discuss loading a …
Part 2 Observing Balance from the Ground For almost all horsemanship disciplines, the master will coach us on achieving a ‘feel’ with our horse in order to accomplish specific maneuvers. Legends like Nuno Oliveira and the Dorrance brothers, tried to describe for us that elusive state in which we …
Get Busy Riding, Winning Prizes, and Having More Fun with ABHA! The ABHA Century Club is a fun way to combine horseback riding, socialize with other riders, and compete to win prizes and recognition. Participating riders sign up to ride 100 miles, ride 100 hours on their horse, or …
by Brent Rollins Now that you can lead and touch your mustang, it is time for groundwork. With groundwork you will be addressing all areas of desensitizing. Flagging is an excellent desensitizing method that uses a small flag attached to a training stick or whip. When flagging, don’t put …
by Sherri Rossmiller Those who live on farms will eventually be faced with the dilemma of vermin control. When you have a never-ending food source, measures have to be taken to safeguard the health of your animals. If you’re like me, I hate dealing with any poison, …
by Laura Daly Do you schedule rides with friends and then cancel? Do you feel guilty for not spending more time with your horse? Do you worry if your horse makes the simplest mistake or change in gait? On the other extreme, do you find yourself doing risky activities around …
DVD Review by Kim Baker Do you desire a better relationship with your horse? Want to put a great foundation on your young horse? Groundwork Essentials: Foundation that Lasts a Lifetime is a wonderful way to build trust with your horse, gain each other’s respect, establish you as your horse’s …
Prepare Your Horse to Cross Frozen Puddles by Mark Bolender When trail riding in the winter, early spring, and/or late fall, you can expect to find frozen puddles. The crackling sound of breaking ice often catches horses by surprise, putting the rider at risk of being dismounted when it …
by Marilyn Pineda We often hear the phrase “be the alpha mare” when given the description of how to relate to our horse if we desire its respect. But what does that mean, and why is it important? Are you the “alpha” with your horse and, if not, how can …