Horse Logic
…of attacks on the horse because they are dramatic to watch. However, physically dominating a horse does not teach him anything. To train a horse, you must use mental strength,…
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The Daily Training Routine
…You spend the first third of the time in a warm up arrangement that mentally and physically gets the horse in rhythm with relaxation. If he’s a beginning horse, he…
12 Stallion-Care Myths – Fact or Fiction?
…mares to maintain good condition. Busted! A heavily booked, healthy stallion might need added energy (fat and/or carbohydrates), because he’s physically active during the breeding season. But unless he’s showing…
Moving Your Horse Between Climates
…the truck and then to Florida. He isn’t physically ready for it. Never doubt how physically taxing a long trailer ride is for your horse. Regular exercise and health-care routines…
Tennessee Walking Horse
…Primary Uses: Today, Tennessee Walking Horses are used for virtually every equine purpose. They excel on the rail and on the trail. They are favorite mounts for handicapped riding programs…
Your Role as Parent
…Plus, it’s fun and rewarding for both of you. For more information and to find a therapeutic riding center near you, contact: North American Riding for the Handicapped Association www.narha.org…
The Golden Years
…lot of love from instructors and riders both. You can learn about therapeutic riding programs and horse donations by visiting the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association website (www.narha.org)….
10 Gaited-Horse Myths: Busted!
…excel. From ranch work to police work to handicapped-riding programs, there are hard-working gaited horses everywhere. They often do well in open competitions, and are increasingly popular for such activities…
Holly Leigh Jacobson: Canter of Confidence
…journalism degree kept me busy. But at 37, the ache to ride has returned. The handicapped riding programs all have waiting lists. Other stables refuse the risk I pose–until Robin…
Keeping Kids Safe Around Horses
…Riding for the Handicapped Association, as well as a mother of two children, Kaitlin, 9, and Nicolas, 7. Whether Campbell is catching horses with her own children or helping students…