Horse Training
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How Young Is Too Young to Start Training Your Horse?
Starting your horse's training early can set the stage for a lifetime of trust and cooperation. By gently handling and desensitizing foals from their first days, you help them become...
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Ponying A Horse
Ponying a horse is a valuable training technique that helps young or problematic horses build confidence and respect boundaries while ensuring safety for both horse and handler. By leading one...
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Tying Your Horse in a Trailer
Tying your horse in a trailer correctly is essential for their safety during transport. Always tie at or above the withers, and use a quick-release knot to ensure you can...
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Intro To Driving Part 1
In the first part of our "Intro to Driving" series, Michael Gascon introduces Amy, a four-year-old warmblood, to the driving process. With a solid foundation in colt starting, Amy is...
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How to Get a Fluid Sidepass with Your Horse
Teaching your horse a fluid sidepass is an essential skill for improving their agility and responsiveness. Start by focusing on fluid movement and forward momentum before working on straightness and...
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Speed Control for Horses
Effective speed control is essential for a safe and enjoyable ride with your horse. This guide highlights techniques to manage your horse's pace by focusing on head control, clear communication,...
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Intro To Long Lining
Discover the essential steps to mastering long lining with your horse in this detailed guide. Learn how to build confidence, improve communication, and safely prepare your horse for riding or...
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Building Rider Confidence At The Canter
Building confidence at the canter is essential for every rider. Learn how to improve your seat, relax into the movement, and make subtle adjustments to your horse's head position to...
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How to Break Through Resistance on a Horse Who Is Extra Resistant
Struggling with a horse that's extra resistant or prone to bad behavior like bucking or rearing? In this guide, we break down Michael Gascon's systematic approach to softening a...
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Tie Time Benefits: Build a Patient Horse
Teaching your horse patience is a game-changer, and tie time is one of the simplest ways to make it happen. By tying your horse regularly, you can help them...
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Mastering the One Rein Stop
The one rein stop is a vital emergency maneuver that helps riders safely halt a horse's forward movement by flexing its neck and redirecting its energy. Unlike other techniques,...
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Overcoming Shutdown
Dealing with a horse that "mules up" and shuts down can be one of the toughest challenges for trainers. In this blog, we explore Slinky's journey—a Grand Prix-level warmblood...
