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Lots of rain usually means muddy horse pastures. It can be hard to avoid, especially in high-traffic areas. Depending on where you live, you may never get a break from mud. The best thing to do is take action against this nasty muck and set up your fields for success! What’s the cure? Geotextile fabric...

You can make your farrier’s job a whole lot easier by having a well-behaved horse. Not only is it frustrating, but it can be dangerous when your horse moves around during a trim or shoeing. Don’t worry, you can improve your horse’s manners with a little bit of training and persistence. Follow These 3 Steps...

Unfortunately, not all rides go according to plan. While it’s better to try and ride out the situation, sometimes that’s just not a possibility. If you find yourself in a bad predicament, follow these steps to dismount safely. Emergency Dismount First, take both feet out of the stirrups. Let go of the reins and make...

Many riders choose to lunge their horse as a form of exercise and training. When done correctly, the benefits of lunging are numerous! You can expect better flexibility, balance, and fitness. Follow these step-by-step directions to lunge like a pro! Equipment Lunge line (25 to 35 feet long) Lunge whip Gloves Helmet Cavesson Steps 1....

A rope halter can be used in groundwork and under saddle. They’re usually made with special nylon material and constructed through a series of knots. It might take you a few tries, but you can have your very own DIY rope halter with this tutorial. Supplies: Lighter Scissors Yard Stick 18 ft Rope Polyester or...

It’s normal to develop some fears of riding. When you push yourself harder to learn new techniques, accidents can happen that shake you up. If you don’t work to overcome this anxiety, it can snowball into a large problem. You might begin to avoid riding if it gets bad enough. Choose today to put an...

Bring out the buckets and shampoo…it’s bath time! In the summer there’s endless opportunities for your horse to roll in mud or get sweaty. If you want him to get clean, you’ll have to learn how to bathe him properly. It’s not hard to learn how, but there’s a few pieces of advice you should...

No one likes a horse that raises his head as high as he can the moment you bring the halter or bridle near him. It’s the same horse that constantly raises his head while riding! Believe it or not, there’s a simple cue you can teach your horse in order to avoid this problem. It’s...