Crop, Lunging Whip, Spurs – The Artificial Aids
These are artificial aids which some riders regard as forms of punishment for the horse. On the contrary! The crop, schooling whip and spurs must be regarded as teaching aids, which help us to educate the horse at the beginning of his training.
Grooming Your Horse
Grooming your horse is good for both the horse’s health and to help you bond with your horse.
The Differences Between Hunters and Jumpers
Many people refer to horses who can jump as hunter/jumpers, this is an error, as hunters and jumpers are really two different types of horses. Especially when entering competitions, watching, or when judging, it is important to know which is which.
How to Teach Your Horse to Trot
Detailed instructions teaching your horse how to trot/trot over logs etc.
Eight Reasons Why Going to The Rodeo is a Bad Idea
If your thinking about riding a horse you might want to read this.
Old Bones: His Amazing Career Record Was Never Broken
A thoroughbred who raced for nine long years before retiring. Did he start 99 or 100 races? It depends on who you ask.
Dan Patch: Catch Me If You Can
Hoosier born, Minnesota reared, he was the fastest harness racing horse of the early 20th century.
The World of Cutting Horses
For those who are unfamiliar with this discipline, cutting horses are horses specially bred and trained for a unique purpose. No, they are not horses with emotional issues, they are in no way related to “Emo” people. The cutting they do is separating one calf from the herd usually for the purpose of branding, sorting, vaccinating, or in many cases, purely for show.
