trust

Love can be defined is many different ways. Some would say it’s a strong feel of affection for another. Many insist they love various people, animals, hobbies, and even things. If you feel these strong emotions for your horse, then you may be wondering if they feel them back. Can horses love? The simple answer-...

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...

There are many different approaches to take when training a young horse. Some horse folks choose to start working with their foals right from the beginning. They like to establish a positive relationship day one. Clinton Anderson is a strong believer in gaining your foal’s trust and respect. He offers his advice to the equine...

It’s no mystery why horse owners continue to struggle with trailer loading. The idea of trapping your horse in a confided space that moves can be extremely frightening to them. Trailering can be dangerous! When you have a reactive horse that doesn’t respect you, you and your horse’s life could be in jeopardy. Follow Clinton...

Sure, at some point you’ve wondered if your horse loves you or, at the very least, cares about you. You might feed him, clean his stall, and make sure he is properly exercised, but does he see you as anything more than a personal assistant? Well, it’s time to find out if you have his...

Monty Roberts has made a big difference in the world of training. Through live demonstrations, books, and videos, he has bought awareness of natural horsemanship. He focuses on reading the horse’s body language in order to communicate more effectively. Roberts is well-known for his nonviolent training approach called Join-Up. What is Join-Up? Join-Up is a...

Disneyland is a magical place for families from around the world. The horses that you see in the park are just as special as all of the other attractions. Each one receives extensive training to make sure they are prepared to delight the fans. They must be safe and ready to interact with large crowds....

Whether you’ve had a bad fall or you’re just a timid rider, building confidence in the saddle can be very rewarding! It will make you a better horsewoman to ride without fear. Unfortunately, it can be easy to lose faith in yourself when you have a difficult horse or are pushed too hard or fast....