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The Broke Horse: Part 2

 In the Saddle By Allison Trimble   Once a horse is being ridden, the wide range of disciplines can make defining a “broke” horse more of a challenge. The culmination of training for a working cow horse looks quite different than a finished hunter. In this article I will focus … Read More

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The Broke Horse: Part 1

What Does it Mean When Trainers Say a Horse is Broke? By Allison Trimble   Hi Allison! Amateurs like me don’t really know what trainers mean when they talk about a broke horse. Would you explain what the term means and some tips for getting our horses there? Thanks, Dick … Read More

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Basics of Balance

Establish Good Communication through Aids By Lynn Palm   It’s essential that horses are balanced to maximize athleticism. Balance can only be attained when your horse is driving himself forward from his hindquarters with his body straight. To get your horse to go forward you must have good communication with … Read More

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When Lack of Control Takes a Toll

Problems on the Trail Indicate a Hole in Basic Training By Jill Holdal and Julie Lewis-Schot   Trail riding gives us the opportunity to take in the fresh air, sounds of nature, and beautiful scenery while we bond with our horses. But if you don’t feel you have control over … Read More

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On the Trail: Beating a Spook

On The Trail

Help your horse stay calm and spook-free on the trail with these tips from Clinton Anderson.   #1 Warm Up With Groundwork Before hitting the trail, be sure your horse is in the right frame of mind, meaning he’s calm, using the thinking side of his brain and focused on … Read More

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Western Dressage Tips

A Closer Look at Tack By Lynn Palm   Any time you get into a different discipline, it’s important to know what tack is allowed in competition. The smart rider researches ahead of time to learn all the rules about what tack is permitted (and what isn’t). I recommend practicing … Read More

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On Having Grit

Part 3: Effort Counts Twice By Laura Schonberg   Last month, we discussed Dr. Angela Duckworth’s research on how easily talent distracts us; if something seems to come naturally to someone or their horse, we may believe they don’t have to work very hard to be successful or outstanding in … Read More

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