Western Pleasure
Mind Control for Show Nerves
Nervousness can ruin your show-ring experience and probably your performance. Here are some tips to calm your jitters. | MORE
Make Room to Maneuver
World champion trainer Carol Metcalf discusses spacing along the rail in a Western pleasure class. | MORE
Lean On Me: Keep Your Western Pleasure Horse from Leaning on the Reins
Fast and pushy won't make it in the Western pleasure pen. Champion Western pleasure trainer Steve Heckaman offers two good exercises to keep your horse from speeding up and leaning on the bit. | MORE
Be Prepared: Countdown to Competition
Whether you and your horse are show ring rookies or seasoned pros, show time jitters can send you both on an emotional roller coaster. Here's a timeline to help make your show day a success. | MORE
One-Sided Woes: Help your horse perform well on both sides
A champion trainer explains how to loosen up your one-sided Western Pleasure horse and help him perform equally well on both sides. | MORE
Rail Drift Fix
Use mental and physical control techniques to guide your horse in your direction. | MORE
Speed up to Slow Down
Follow trainer Bob Avila's advice to have an even-paced ride. | MORE
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