Does your horse suddenly slow down near the arena gate, drag his feet on the way to the mounting block, or seem less interested every time you start another familiar routine? Sometimes, what looks like a training problem may simply be a sign that your horse needs a change. Just … Read More
We all want our horses to be happy. We make sure they have good feed, safe surroundings, time to roam, and plenty of care. But have you ever considered whether your horse might also need something meaningful to do? Horses are naturally active, curious animals, and sometimes a comfortable routine … Read More
Trail riding is one of the best ways to enjoy time with your horse. You don’t have to compete, show, or chase ribbons to be a good horse person. But have you ever heard someone say, “I’m just a trail rider,” as if that means there’s no need to keep … Read More
There’s something pretty special about working with a foal. They’re curious, playful, and full of personality—and it’s easy to forgive a little nipping, pushing, or running away when they’re small enough to seem harmless. But those cute habits can become serious problems as that little foal grows into a thousand-pound … Read More
Once a rescue horse is healthy, settled, and comfortable in his new surroundings, the next chapter begins. This is where the relationship between horse and human really starts to take shape. Building trust takes time, especially when you don’t know exactly what a horse has experienced before coming to you. … Read More
Good training doesn’t always mean teaching the fanciest maneuver or the most complicated trick. Before a horse can become a confident trail partner, a reliable ranch horse, or a successful show horse, he needs a solid foundation of basic skills—and those basics are worth revisiting throughout his life. Knowing when … Read More
Whether you’re leading a horse to pasture, holding one for the farrier, or simply grooming in the barn aisle, safe horse handling starts long before something goes wrong. Horses are constantly communicating through their body language, and learning to recognize those subtle signals can make everyday interactions safer and less … Read More
One minute you’re enjoying a quiet ride through the trees, and the next your horse has spotted something you never even noticed. Every trail rider has experienced that heart-skipping moment when a harmless stump, fluttering bird, or rustling branch suddenly becomes the scariest thing in the woods. While no horse … Read More
Dr. Jena Questen Shares How a Life-Changing Accident Changed Her Perspective on Horse Training and Safety Most horse owners spend a lifetime learning from horses. Sometimes those lessons come from success. Sometimes they come from mistakes. And sometimes they come from experiences that change the way we view our horses … Read More
Every horse owner has days when plans don’t go as expected. Whether it’s a packed schedule, difficult conditions, or a lack of motivation, it’s easy to feel like you’re falling behind. The good news is that meaningful progress doesn’t always come from doing more. It often comes from simply doing … Read More
