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A hobble is a form of restraint that prevents or limits your horse from moving. There are various reasons why someone might hobble a horse, such as when there’s nowhere to tie them or for breeding. Additionally, many trainers teach their horse to accept them for desensitizing purposes. In the event your horse becomes trapped...

Buying a yearling can be rewarding, but also risky! You have the opportunity to purchase a wonderful prospect. It can be a gamble on how this horse turns out though. Many buyers choose a younger horse because it’s more affordable or they prefer to do their own training. No matter what your reasoning, make sure...

Fall has arrived! It may not feel like it just yet, but get ready because the weather can change quickly. Depending on where you live, you may have noticed shorter days and colors on the leaves. It’s important to prep your barn for this new season! Your horses will thank you for it. Tips for...

She didn’t choose the camper life, the camper life chose her… Well actually, she did choose the camper life! And she is one happy camper! Haden Lee Carrillo lives full time in her RV. Today, she’s here to answer some questions about it! 1. Can you please tell me a little bit about yourself? “My name is...

Showmanship is a popular class in which the handler leads the horse through various maneuvers. Scoring is based on how well the competitor exhibits the horse. Grooming and presentation are also taken into consideration. If you want to earn high points in this competition, then you’ll need to learn how to position your body. Showmanship...

With the summer solstice only a couple weeks ago, we are in the middle of summer- aka the hottest part. And horse shows are in full swing! Warm weather, good ponies, and doing what we love… nothing can beat it! Yet, our only competition is the heat. Learn to beat the heat with these tips!...

Every ride can be used as a training session. It doesn’t matter if you’re in the arena or on the trails, you can still sharpen your horse’s skills. Riding in the wide open actually requires even more of your horse’s attention. There’s a lot more that could go wrong! Try these exercises to improve your...

Some horses make better barrel horses than others. If you want to go to rodeos or compete with your horse, then you’ll need one fit for the job. There are quite a few factors to consider when shopping for your next partner. Bloodlines: How successful were past generations of this horse? Some that can suggest...