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There are some before and after pictures of horse transformations that make your jaw drop! Whether they were a starved rescue or a gangly youngster, with time and love any horse can become healthy and beautiful. It warms your heart when you see a horse looking and feeling their best. Their coat shines, their head...

Barrel racing champion, Nellie Miller resides in Cottonwood, California with her husband and two daughters. Payton and Hadley are turning into quite the little riders! They travel alongside their mom and attend most of her major barrel racing events. One day they may have a future in the sport! They are quite the little helpers!...

It can be challenging to prepare a young horse to wear a saddle. Naturally, tack and a rider can be intimidating to an inexperienced horse. It all seems very threatening to a prey animal. There’s an easy approach that will lay a positive foundation to your under saddle work though. Basic Steps for Saddle Work...

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...

Take the time this holiday season to reflect on how amazing and lucky you are to own and ride horses. Thanksgiving is a time to be extra thankful! If you’re like most riders, your horse is near the top of your list of what you’re thankful for. Here’s why they’re so special! 1. Unconditional love:...

There are a lot of factors to consider when deciding the best age to start your young horse. Nowadays, people are pushing their horses younger and harder in the hopes of jumpstarting their careers. This decision can have a lot of negative impact on the development of the horse mentally and physically. Consider these factors...

The snaffle is commonly seen in the English and Western world of horseback riding. It can be considered mild or severe depending on the type. There are many variations with the rings and mouthpieces. This bit can be a great starter for young and green horses. It can also work well with more experienced horses....