Horse Training Wisdom

Horse Training Wisdom Begins with the Human by Allison Trimble   I haven’t trained horses professionally for a number of years, but my conversations still turn to the subject daily. I’ve been blessed with many different types and qualities of horses in my life, and I’m fortunate to have been …

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Colt Starting Success Tips

Horse trainer Clinton Anderson talks candidly about his experience starting colts and why the first six weeks of a horse’s life under saddle set the tone for the horse’s career.   Your safety depends on your preparation… The biggest thing my late mentor Gordon McKinlay instilled in me when starting …

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The First Steps with Your Mustang

One Woman’s Process for Obtaining and Training Wild Mustangs, Part 2 By Adrienne Devoe   Note: The author is providing information based on her knowledge and experience. In no way does she profess to have all the answers. She encourages the reader to do their research for the most complete …

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Book Review: Foundation to Achieve Success

by Steve Rother   Want to feel more confident when riding? Would you like to know what to do when your horse spooks? Are you tired of your horse not listening to you? In Foundation to Achieve Success, internationally-acclaimed equine clinician Steve Rother will show you how to be more …

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Don’t Let Winter Slow You Down

Tips for Making Progress All Winter Long by Allison Trimble   Winter riding in the Northwest can pose many obstacles, particularly with horses still in early training. My aged horses and I both feel like the winter is a wonderful time for being tucked warmly inside. It doesn’t hurt any …

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Why Cross-tie Young Horse 24/7?

Q: Hi Al, I know quite a bit about horses but not training young ones. Twice I have seen people cross-tie a young horse under a year old and just leave it tied 24 / 7. One of them (for sure) was a colt, the other I don’t know. What …

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Soft Eyes

November 2017

Centered Riding Basic Valuable in Emergency by Alys Culhane   Centered Riding founder Sally Swift calls “soft eyes” one of four basics, along with breathing, alignment, and centering. To create soft eyes, the muscles around and behind the eyes are relaxed. Additionally, the cheeks, chin, jaw and tongue muscles are …

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Staying Safe on the Ground

Stay Aware and Develop Correct Habits by Allison Trimble   Last month we talked about the philosophy behind horses and safety. There are two types of interactions with horses: what happens on the ground in our daily activity and the interaction that occurs when riding or training. This month is …

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Master Your Mountain Trail Pattern

Proper Preparation Necessary for Success by Mark Bolender   The most important thing a judge should see when you run a Mountain Trail pattern is a partnership between horse and rider. Show a horse that has been properly schooled and trained. Memorizing a pattern will feel overwhelming at first, but …

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Gentle Horse Academy Launches ONLINE Courses

    As horse stewards (owners) search for non-violent alternatives to training their horses Missy Wryn’s Gentle Horse Academy launches online courses to meet the demand.  “I’m contacted regularly by loving horse people enthusiastic to discover my gentle horse program Training the WHOLE Horse®” Missy says.  “Since launching my FREE …

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