Category Archives: horse showing

Should You Be a Better Rider?

We all want success and we want it now.  We’ve been trained to “reach for the stars”, set big goals and expect more of ourselves.  We expect so much of ourselves and our horses.  Have you ever said (even to … Continue reading

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The Secret to Achieving Your Riding Dreams

Spring is usually the time that we horse-people have great plans for our riding. Maybe you dream of the shows you will compete in and the ribbons you will win. Perhaps its the big trail ride you plan on completing. … Continue reading

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Is Your Horse Getting What He Deserves or What He Needs?

I spent some time at a sanctioned/recognized horse show recently and was honestly appalled by some of the training techniques I saw being used by many of the trainers and riders.  Draw reins were used to pull the horses’ heads … Continue reading

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