Members Question
Can you recommend an online show for a beginner with a gaited horse?
“My goals are not near as grand as yours, but one of my main goals with my mare is to compete in something. I have done a lot of ground work with her and have been working through your steering course. Can you recommend an online show that would be great for a beginner. I…
Read MoreUnbridling problems: my horse flings her head up and causes the bit to bang her teeth
“Hi Stacy, I was wondering if you could answer a question for me? It would be greatly appreciated. I have a new horse that has an issue with the bridle being taken off. She takes the bit fine when bridling but anticipates the bridle coming off. When you reach up to remove bridle from ears,…
Read MoreGetting certified to become a horse trainer
“Hello Stacy, can folks get certified for instructor and horse training through you? If not, what is the best program you recommend? I’m an all around rider so not wanting to get certified through a specific discipline. Thank you” No, that is not something I offer. The first two that come to mind are Clinton Anderson…
Read MoreProblems with teaching a horse to Bow
Hi Stacy, I watched your video on how to teach your horse to bow and I finally got my horse, Espresso, to bow. Although now that she know’s how to bow every time the farrier comes to do her feet she bows. What is your suggestion? thanks Haley Lol. That can happen! This issue should…
Read MoreEpisode 99-HELP: My horse REALLY connects to other horses when trail riding…
A listener calls in with a question about her horse who gets very worked up on trail rides with too many other horses. She describes how the horse seems to connect with another horse, flicks its head up, and walks as fast as possible. This podcast breaks down four different ways to look at the…
Read MoreHorses: how to create a seasoned traveler
One week ago, Presto was beginning the longest haul he has done yet. Here are my answers to some of the questions you asked. ❓?How often do you stop to let the horses rest? Offer water, etc? Do you unload, if so when and how often?-Shirley How often I stop depends somewhat on the horse…
Read More10 tips to keep horses drinking while on the road
Presto just made his first 1,000 mile journey from Ohio to Maine and many of you had questions. Here are a few: “Any tips to keep horses drinking while on the road? And when you get to your destination? I have one that is doesn’t like to drink strange water and sometimes won’t drink for…
Read MoreWatching horses interact with other horse.
I love watching horses interact with other horses. There is so much you can learn about them as you watch them together. How do they approach each other? What body language do they use to communicate? Who is the leader in this group? How do they treat those they lead? Which one tends to kick?…
Read MoreEpisode 82: Ride with Confidence- a conversation with Barbra Schulte
Today we are talking about Riding with Confidence and my guest is Barbra Schulte. She is a Hall of Fame rider and a performance coach. I looked through my emails and asked her questions about fear of cantering, fear of messing my horse up, fear of making a fool of myself when I ride, and…
Read MoreEvaluating a horse’s potential, changing goals, narrowing focus
Evaluating a horses potential is an interesting thing. I’m always evaluating two things. 1) what is standing right in front of me that day 2) future possibilities Many people think about evaluating a horses potential early on, possibly before they are even being ridden. While this is useful, I would also encourage you to consider…
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