Horse Training
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Intro To Long Lining
Discover the essential steps to mastering long lining with your horse in this detailed guide. Learn how to build confidence, improve communication, and safely prepare your horse for riding or...
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How to Break Through Resistance on a Horse Who Is Extra Resistant
Struggling with a horse that's extra resistant or prone to bad behavior like bucking or rearing? In this guide, we break down Michael Gascon's systematic approach to softening a...
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Overcoming Shutdown
Dealing with a horse that "mules up" and shuts down can be one of the toughest challenges for trainers. In this blog, we explore Slinky's journey—a Grand Prix-level warmblood...
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Situational Resistance: The Hidden Gap in Your Horse’s Training
Does your horse only behave when everything is just right—perfect setup, familiar environment, the “magic” tack? That’s situational resistance, and it’s a gap in training that can lead to...
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How to Handle a Resistant Horse: Flexing in Motion
Struggling with a resistant horse? Teaching "flexing in motion" is the key to gaining control and improving softness, even with the most challenging mounts. This blog breaks down step-by-step...
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Mastering Spirals: Training a Greener Horse
Spirals are an effective way to teach your horse softness and focus while addressing common resistance issues. This exercise redirects their energy, helping them stay calm and responsive. Perfect...
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Guiding Your Horse at Any Speed: A Step-by-Step Lesson
Guiding your horse at any speed starts with teaching them to respond to pressure and move into the void. This means they learn to follow the direction you indicate...
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Control the Head, Control the Horse: A Guide to Better Training
Mastering head control can transform your horse’s behavior and responsiveness, no matter their breed, age, or training level. In our “Control the Head, Control the Horse” series, we’ll dive...