Horse Training
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Working With A Foal Future Success
Working with a foal early sets the stage for a successful future partnership. By focusing on groundwork, desensitization, and respect from the start, you’ll build a solid foundation that prepares...
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Keeping The Spin
Mastering the spin with your horse is all about building efficiency and independence. By focusing on smooth trot circles, consistent cues, and proper positioning, you can teach your horse to...
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Taking Your Halter Off Under Your Bridle: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to safely remove your halter without taking off the bridle in this step-by-step guide. This technique is essential for maintaining control of your horse in high-stakes or everyday...
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Mastering the Art of Asking for Gait: A Step-by-Step Guide
Teaching your horse to gait starts with building a solid foundation of calmness, confidence, and responsiveness. By focusing on relaxation and obedience first, you create a horse that's ready to...
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Mastering Ground Tying: A Step-by-Step Guide
Ground tying is a valuable skill that teaches your horse to stay calmly in one spot without physical restraint. By combining desensitization, relaxation techniques, and consistent practice, you can build...
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MG Halter (Tying The Knot)
The MG Halter is a natural horsemanship rope halter designed for effective communication, safety, and ease of use. With a simple knot-tying method, it ensures secure placement while allowing for...
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How To Slow Down In An Open Field
Learning to control your horse in an open field doesn’t have to be intimidating. The key is redirecting their energy through gentle flexion and disengaging their hindquarters, rather than pulling...
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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,...