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Response in Spite of Trouble This month we wrap up our discussion on the principle of Response in Spite of Trouble, having covered the foundational understanding and some examples of situations starting on the ground. If you’ve not been reading along, I encourage you to check out the articles in …
Horses Can Teach Unaware Humans to Do Their Bidding A few years ago, I was having trouble getting the right-lead canter from my horse Vali. He’s a very athletic horse, and quite capable of cantering on the wrong lead around a circle. Sometimes I could get the right lead, but …
Response in Spite of Trouble Last month we discussed one of the most common questions I hear, which concerns what to do when a horse spooks or how to build confidence in a nervous horse. These are broad questions and can involve situations with a wide range of possible factors, …
Treasured Tools of the Trade On my farm I rely on mechanical and electronic equipment every day to keep the place running. My tractor, arena drag, coffee pot, wheelbarrow and manure fork, and the computer I’m typing on will all eventually wear out and break. Honestly, though, I have little …
Response in Spite of Trouble Welcome to this three-part series which will cover one of the most universally applicable principles of horsemanship, what I call “Response in Spite of Trouble”. Some of the most common questions I’m asked concern what to do when a horse spooks or how to build …
For a limited time, receive a free digital download of Clinton’s Hobbling and Leg Restraints Series Prevention is better than cure. That’s Clinton’s belief when it comes to hobble-training horses. You’re better off teaching your horse not to panic when his feet are restricted than waiting for an accident to happen. …
Good Training Focuses on the Mental and Emotional State of Horses Many times, as we work with our horses we have a physical goal in mind—we want them to accomplish something specific such as getting in the trailer, standing still or moving when told, or performing a flying lead change. …
Exciting news! We’re bringing back our horsemanship clinic stay this fall from October 31 – November 4 and we’re hoping you’ll join us! During a traditional stay with us, we offer trail rides and clinics that help riders progress but, it can leave you pining for just a little more. This clinic …
Helping Riders of All Ages and Levels Name: Colleen Johnson of Johnson Equine Market Location: Fort Collins, Colorado What disciplines are you involved with? Johnson Equine is a member of the Certified Horsemanship Association and is certified in English and Western disciplines. Currently, I’m teaching western due to some horse …
What is your name and the name of your business? Arapahoe Community College Equine Training and Management Program. E—W (E Bar W) Horse Training. Where are you located? Arapahoe Community College – EquineCampus Box 233900 South Santa FeP.O. Box 9002Littleton, CO 80160-9002 damian.ficca@arapahoe.eduarapahoe.edu/equineCell: 720-201-0934Office: 303-797-5722 Facebook: Arapahoe Community College What …
