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Horse trainers commonly use the term ‘desensitize’ to refer to getting their horse comfortable to an object or situation. The rider or handler helps the horse to overcome their fear. This training exercise is essential to developing a well-broke horse. The more you can expose them to the better their reactions become. Desensitize Your Horse...

In horse training, it’s important you become an effective leader. Your horse values their security and survival above all else. Their natural instincts encourage them to follow the leader of the herd. You can strive to be the lead mare in your herd of two! Signs of an Ineffective Leader You may think you have...

The Road to the Horse (RTTH) has an amazing lineup for 2024’s competition! It includes international trainers from the United States, Australia, and Canada. These stand-out athletes will be joined by a Wild Card Challenge Champion, making a total of four trainers. These trainers will each start a colt and compete for $125,000 in prize...

Experienced riders and horse trainers recognize the importance of desensitizing their horses to various objects. Horses are prey animals. This can cause them to be flightly in scary situations. It’s your responsibility to expose them to as much as you can. In time, they’ll build confidence and trust in you. Desensitizing Your Horse Michelle with...

Ponying can be very beneficial. It allows you to exercise two horses at once. This type of training also introduces an inexperienced horse to under saddle work. The horse being lead is exposed to a variety of new situations. They’ll get a boost of confidence, if done properly. It does take some riding and handling...