Al Dunning

Al Dunning of Scottsdale, Arizona, is one of the most respected horsemen in the industry. Al and his students have garnered 48 world and reserve world championships. He has held numerous national leadership positions and earned multiple honors including induction into the AzQHA Hall of Fame. His 50+ years of experience as a professional trainer has led him to produce books, DVDs, clinics, Team AD online mentoring, and AD Tack, selling all the tack he uses as well as his books and videos. Al’s ability to reach people comes from his love of horses and out of respect to the mentors in his own life. For more information, visit https://www.aldunning.com or www.aldunningsadtack.com.

Ask Al: Advice from a Master Horseman: On Becoming a Better Rider

August 5, 2020February 1, 2016 by Al Dunning

On Becoming a Better Rider by Al Dunning In this issue we celebrate the equine centered lifestyle. As most equestrians strive to improve their skills in the saddle, it seemed natural to ask Al his thoughts on becoming a better rider. Question: How much of good riding do you …

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Ask Al: Advice from a Master Horseman: How to Select an Equine Athlete

August 5, 2020January 1, 2016 by Al Dunning

How to Select an Equine Athlete by Al Dunning Many people wonder how to predict the next champion, whether considering a homebred youngster or while searching for an unproven horse to buy. We asked Al these three questions about selecting a quality equine athlete. Question: When selecting horses …

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Ask Al: Advice from a Master Horseman – The “Busy” Horse and Developing an Average Lope

August 5, 2020January 1, 2013 by Al Dunning

by Al Dunning Hi Al, I have a 5-year-old Quarter Horse that constantly plays with bits and anything else he can get into his mouth. I tried to ride in a set of mecate reins but he spent his entire time trying to get the tassel into …

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Ask Al: Advice from a Master Horseman – The Busy Horse

August 5, 2020December 1, 2012 by Al Dunning

The “Busy” Horse and Developing an Average Lope by Al Dunning Hi Al, I have a 5-year-old Quarter Horse that constantly plays with bits and anything else he can get into his mouth. I’ve tried to ride in a set of mecate reins but he spends the …

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Ask Al: Advice From a Master Horseman – Speed Control

August 5, 2020November 1, 2012 by Al Dunning

Speed Control and the Left Sided Syndrome by Al Dunning Hi Al, I have been working on controlling my horse’s speed during the lope. What are some correct cues to use when I want my horse to slow down or speed up? Mario Mario, This is not a simple …

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On Green Horses, Spurs, and Achieving “Feel”

August 5, 2020October 1, 2012 by Al Dunning

Riding Well is More than Mechanics by Al Dunning Hi Al, I really enjoy your show on Dish Network. I have green broke 7 year old quarter horse that I just began riding. He has had four rides on the trail. When do you recommend using spurs and, …

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Ask Al: Advice from a Master Horseman

August 5, 2020September 1, 2012 by Al Dunning

Getting to the “Root” of a Problem and the Importance of Collection Hi Al, I have a horse that is pretty far along in reining disciplines. I’m riding him in a Myler bit with a small port which works very well. My problem is that when he canters …

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