Ben Longwell

Ben Longwell of Pendleton, Oregon, operates True West Horsemanship with the mission to advance people in the adventure of practical horsemanship and help them and their horses achieve more together. With a passion for the Vaquero bridle horse tradition, Ben teaches a variety of clinics around the world and has a unique online video library so anyone—regardless of breed or discipline—can advance their communication, skill, and understanding. www.truewesthorsemanship.com

Trainer’s Corner: Defusing Trouble Under Saddle – Part 3

March 20, 2025 by Ben Longwell

Photo by Natalie Longwell

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 …

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Trainer’s Corner: Movement to Regain the Brain – Part 2

February 20, 2025 by Ben Longwell

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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, …

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Trainer’s Corner: Help for the Spooky Horse – Part 1

February 18, 2025January 14, 2025 by Ben Longwell

Photo by Natalie Longwell

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 …

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Trainer’s Corner: Force or Fear as Motivation?

October 25, 2024 by Ben Longwell

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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. …

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