Soft Touch for Gaited Horses

Many of us who own gaited horses share the same problems. Our horses won’t stand still for us to mount. When we ride, our horses are stiff and tense. They…

Mountain Horse Breeds

Mountain Horses – Rocky Mountain Horses and Kentucky Mountain Horses – are people horses perfect for trail riding. If you doubt this, just ask Mike and Kathy Hartong of Cedar…

How to Tie a Horse

Learning how to tie a horse requires skill and safety. Most people assume it’s safe to tie their horses because they’ve never seen them pull back. Or if a horse

Horse-Selling Strategies in a Buyer’s Market

…to be treated if you came to look at this horse.” Which Horse Would You Buy? Whether posing your horse for an advertisement photo or showing him to prospective buyers,…

Adopt a Wild Horse

…experience. Wild horses for adoption range from unhandled horses to those with some training. All ages are represented, from weanlings to mature horses. An untamed or greenbroke wild horse isn’t…

Controlling Movement (Part III)

…the motion until your horse can stand still and relax. If you do you will inadvertently sensitize your horse. If after a minute or so your horse is not able…

TLC for the Senior Horse: 8 Essential Steps

…freely outside. And there’s a social aspect—they’re happier outside in contact with other horses.”  If your senior horse can live outdoors, great—but keep in mind: • Horses (old or young) that…