tips & tricks

Every six to eight weeks your farrier should be stopping by. They will put on shoes or trim your horse’s hooves. A good, reliable farrier is worth their weight in gold! You have the responsibility of holding your horse for them. A well-behaved horse that stands quietly is ideal. Make sure you know how to...

Life is too short to not chase your dreams! Stop sitting on the sidelines and jump into the game. For those that want to find success in the horse industry, get ready to give it your all. The horse world is one of the most exciting and rewarding industries to be apart of, but it...

Training horses doesn’t have to be complicated or reserved for the elite. You can work with your horse to achieve goals through groundwork and riding exercises. Warwick Schiller put together a list of training principles to help the average horse person. With his years of experience, he has found these to be true. Use them...

Most horses fit in the hot- or cold-blooded category. Hot-blooded horses can be described as sensitive, reactive, and intelligent. They can make wonderful riding horses because they’re forward and quick learners, but there’s definitely a learning curve when working with them. Unfortunately, these horses can be spooky and nervous too. Training Tips For Hot-Blooded Horses...

This ain’t your first rodeo, but it is your first branding! Don’t be nervous– it’s a hard day’s work that rewards itself in the best way. You are surrounded by good people in a good country. With branding season in full swing, here are a few tips if you find yourself invited to the branding...

If you’ve never worked with a stallion, then know it can be quite a bit different than a gelding or mare. Handling them requires being prepared for the unexpected and knowing your surroundings. Some are so gentle you wouldn’t even know they’re a stallion, while others really make it obvious. Stallion Handling Tips It’s important...

What do horse shows and rodeos have in common? You can’t win them all. It’s the thrill of the sport- the craving that keeps you coming back for more!  But, sometimes too much “thrill” of the sport can get a little unmotivating.  So, how do you deal with disappointment to go win the next one?...

We have all been there. Riding has lost its appeal, whether from frustration, finding the time, or just life in general. Our motivation just wasn’t what it was before. It doesn’t always have to be like this though! It is just a part of the ups and downs of riding. It’s a slump. You can...