patience

5 Similarities Between Horses & Toddlers

May 29, 2023
Moms will understand this one! Surprisingly, there are quite a lot of similarities between toddlers and horses. If you spend enough time with both of them, it’ll become apparent. From testing boundaries to being playful, it would appear that horses are just large children. What do you think? Toddler & Horse Similarities Despite the difficult...

4 Steps To Building Trust With Your Horse

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March 24, 2020
Some people have a special bond with their horse. They have earned and developed trust! Horses are not cuddly or warm like dogs, but they show their trust through respect. Once you have it, they’ll see you as a herd leader. Riding and training will be much easier! 4 Steps to Building Trust 1. Establish...

The 30, 60, 90 Day Horse: Is It Enough?

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February 5, 2020
Many horse owners make the smart decision to send their young horse off to a professional trainer. The tough decision is for how long! What should you expect in 30, 60, 90 days? And is it enough? Unfortunately, that’s not an easy answer. Often, it comes down to cost, time, and expectations. Good training isn’t...

The Patience Pole Teaches Your Horse To Stand Quietly

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July 8, 2019
Every horse should know how to stand tied. It’s a basic requirement in training and part of giving them a solid foundation. The patience pole is a great resource to use for those that need help is this department. It can help nip a lot of bad behaviors in the butt! What is a patience...

3 Steps To Get Your Horse To Stand For The Farrier

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February 4, 2019
You can make your farrier’s job a whole lot easier by having a well-behaved horse. Not only is it frustrating, but it can be dangerous when your horse moves around during a trim or shoeing. Don’t worry, you can improve your horse’s manners with a little bit of training and persistence. Follow These 3 Steps...

10 Reasons Every Teenage Girl Needs A Horse

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March 30, 2018
Being a teenage girl isn’t easy…horses help though! There’s something special about the bond between a girl and her horse. It’s no mystery though that horses are hard work and expensive. You’ll have to weigh the pros and cons to ownership, but it’s definitely something to consider. 1. Responsibility: There’s no sleeping in late when...

Strive For The Perfect Showmanship Set-Up

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July 28, 2017
PC: Caroline Beaudoin In showmanship, the handler strives to present the horse to the best of their ability. With just a halter and lead rope, the exhibitor guides the horse through a series of movements set out in a pattern. A judge observes the horse based on his presentation, rather than his conformation. Therefore, it is...

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