training

Is your excitement growing? The 2023 Liberty Festival is almost here! This one-of-a-kind event will be held at the Kentucky Horse Park on October 13th through 15th. Get ready for world-class education, incredible performances, exciting competition, and fun shopping opportunities. The liberty community is welcoming of all horse lovers! The International Liberty Horse Association is...

No farrier wants to deal with your unruly horse. They aren’t paid to be trainers. A rude, disrespectful horse will pull their foot away, kick out, and even rear to avoid having their hooves trimmed or shod. It’s your responsible to get your horse prepared for their farrier visit. Training for Farrier Visits Teaching your...

Most horse owners understand the importance of groundwork. It can make your time in the saddle so much easier. It also helps to foster a good relationship with your horse. It teaches them to respect you. It’s essential you learn to communicate with your horse and read their body language. This will make you a...

There’s big news to share in the mustang community! The US Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has cut ties with the Mustang Heritage Foundation. Thus, the Trainer Incentive Program (TIP) has also come to an end. This announcement made headlines earlier this month. Trainers and storefronts are scrambling to find homes for their mustangs. Ending...

You have decided to send your young, unstarted horse off to a trainer. You may be wondering how long they’ll need to be there. Will 30 days be enough or is more necessary? This can be a tough question to answer. For most, it will greatly depend on your expectations, experience level, and the individual...

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...