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Horse Training: The Head-Down Cue

Teach your horse a head-down cue with this exercise from top clinician John Lyons. | MORE

 

Going Forward, Thinking Back

Just think about the hindquarters!" "Focus only on the tail!" The concept sounds so easy. But we're going to say up front (as it were) that it isn't | MORE

 

Simple Breakthrough Exercises

Now we're ready to continue our work on connecting the tail and rein. It would be helpful for you to re-read the article on this topic in the | MORE

 

A New Look at Head Position

Ignore the gadgets, fads, and shortcuts to understand correct head carriage and how to achieve it.

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Avoid Distractions

To get the best results with your horse, peel away outside distractions and work on your focus.

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Steer the Equine Tail

In recent issues, we compared the control and steering mechanisms of your horse to a car. We illustrated how your reins are the steering wheel and your legs | MORE

 

Connecting Tail and Rein

Learn to connect the tail to the rein in this simple and effective mounted exercise.

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Clearing Up Your Cues with John Lyons

In the last issue, we talked about the importance of simplifying our cues. Most people seriously over-exaggerate signals to their horses, and make their cues much more complicated | MORE

 

Ignoring Problems Works!

I have a problem. I ignore it. It's gone! Yes, this can be true with your horse. Read on to find out how.

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Why You Need Good Hands

Learn how to educate your hands to communicate well with your horse.

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