Mastering Log Obstacles

Log Obstacles

Tips for Teaching this Mountain Trail Horse Skill   by Mark Bolender Whether out on a trail or in a show, watching an accomplished Mountain Trail horse moving through a difficult log obstacle makes it look easy. The horse navigates the logs while going forward boldly and confidently, and always …

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Equine Castration

Turning Your Colt or Stallion into a Gelding by R. Paul Schwab, DVM   Castration, or the surgical removal of the testicles, is one of the most common procedures performed in veterinary surgery.  The common reasons for castration in the horse are for behavior modification and population control. Horses that are …

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Training the Sluggish Horse

Getting the Most Out of a Lazy Horse by Allison Trimble   There are many different personality types in horses: some are overachievers, some are hot, and certainly some are, by nature, lazier than others. These horses can make you feel like you are working yourself to death just to …

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The Western States Horse Expo

Discover the “Gold Standard” in Equine Expos by Catherine Madera   “Let’s ride—really ride!” Horseman Wendell T. Robie’s words inspired the creation of the ultimate in distance riding—the famous 100 mile Tevis Cup. Endurance riders from all over the world descend on the small town of Auburn, California each year …

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Cheyenne’s Frontier Days

Professional Rodeo at its Best in Historic Wyoming Setting by Jack Kintner and Jackie Braverman   There are rodeos and then there’s Cheyenne’s Frontier Days. The historic Wyoming capital city celebrates its continuing western heritage by putting on the best rodeo you’re ever likely to see in as picturesque a …

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Stable to Table Cookbook

Recipes from Around the World by Dawn Harris Brown and Christy Sanantonio   The highly anticipated Stable to Table Menu Cookbook offers a comprehensive range of authentic, delectable recipes from around the equestrian world that begins in The United States of America and guides you through an exquisite international culinary …

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Basic Farm Equipment for Small Acreage Horse Properties: Part 1

Wheel barrows, Manure Forks, and More by Alayne Blickle, Horses for Clean Water   If you’re new or relatively new to owning horse property, you may feel a little overwhelmed by the thought of acquiring all the equipment you’ll need to manage manure and pastures. Relax! You can actually do …

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You Too Can Qualify For the Adequan NAAC

How to Secure a Place in Oklahoma City by Sam Etsell   Coming into the show season, it is important for all riders to set goals. One goal that many NRHA and WRHA riders have in common is qualifying for the Adequan North American Affiliate Championships in November. This 10-day …

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What Every Horseman Needs to Know

Guidelines for Good Training by Kim Roe   Over my career as a horse trainer, I’ve developed a horseman’s protocol or “code” for good training. I keep these priorities in mind whenever I’m working with a horse, and teach my students to do the same. These are not so much training …

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The Best of the West

Equine Events for Everyone by Catherine Madera   I started my year of equine event attendance early, and with a bang, by attending the National Finals Rodeo in December. The shopping and action are similar, in some ways, to an Expo experience—pumped up on steroids! I saw things in Vegas …

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