Horse Training
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Fitting A Pad For A Western Saddle
Proper saddle pad fit is essential for your horse’s comfort and performance, especially when using a Western saddle. In this post, we walk through how to fit a CSI pad...
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Grooming
Grooming your horse isn’t just about appearance — it’s a key part of training, bonding, and long-term coat health. In this guide, Michael Gascon walks you through how to achieve...
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Pad Fitting For Gaited Horse
Proper pad fitting is essential for the comfort and performance of gaited horses. Using a cutback saddle pad helps prevent pressure on the withers, especially when the horse is asked...
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Clipping
Clipping your horse correctly is essential for both appearance and comfort, especially around the face, ears, eyes, and muzzle. In this guide, Michael Gascon walks through safe, effective techniques to...
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Products We Use At The Ranch
Wondering what products we actually use every day at the ranch? From dollar store olive oil spray to affordable fly control and shampoo hacks, we’ve found cost-effective grooming tools that...
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The Ultimate Guide to Grooming Your Horse for a Show-Quality Shine
Grooming is essential for maintaining your horse’s health, strengthening your bond, and achieving a show-quality shine. A flawless coat isn’t achieved overnight—it requires consistent care, including currying, brushing, and using...
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Essential Horse Training Techniques: Communication, Respect, and Safety
Understanding and speaking the language of horses is key to building a respectful and successful partnership. This blog post offers practical tips for horse owners, emphasizing the importance of establishing...
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Beginning Liberty With Tarzan Part 1
In today's blog post on liberty training, Michael Gascon from Gascon Horsemanship shares his journey in training Tarzan, his wife's Mustang makeover horse. Adapting his methods to suit Tarzan's unique...
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Fitting A Halter To My Horse
Discover the art of HalterFit with Michael Gascon, The Horse Guru, as he demonstrates how a well-fitted halter enhances horse training from groundwork to riding. Using the versatile standard halter,...