reward

Whether you’re celebrating a holiday, birthday or just want to reward your horse, treats are a fun way to show your love for them! Your horse will be so grateful to get a yummy snack. Hearty Horse Cookie Co. should be your first stop when looking for something special. Their horse treats are so adorable...

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...

One of my favorite holiday traditions is baking Christmas cookies. I never forget my horse though, and you shouldn’t either! Your horse will love these holiday horse cookies! Holiday Horse Cookies (Courtesy of: Smart Pak)  Ingredients: 2 cups of whole wheat flour 2 cups of rolled oats 1 cup of shredded carrots 2/3 cup molasses...

If you want a more willing partner, it’s time to work on inspiring your horse! There’s a huge difference between a horse that gives their all and one that barely gets through the ride. Horses can be encouraged and motivated just like people. These five tips will be the spark that your horse needs to...

You know the horse, the one that moves all around the mounting block or walks off once you put your foot in the stirrup. It can make mounting your horse miserable. What’s worse, it can be very dangerous. It’s time you teach that horse to stand still. Follow this strategy and you’ll have a new...

An effective rider will know how to reward their horse for desirable behavior and correct him when he misbehaves. It can be very tricky to communicate with him so he understands what you want and don’t want. You’ll want your horse to trust you, which makes it important to be careful in how you respond...