Demystifying the Double Bridle – Horse Illustrated
admin The double bridle has two bits, a curb and a snaffle, and is usually used all through the elevated ranges of dressage. Picture by Leslie Potter Riders transitioning to the…
Groundwork Exercises to Improve Communication
Groundwork exercises that take a look at communication between horse and human are an important part of my evaluation of a new horse or new horse and rider pairing. If…
Desensitizing Horses with Warwick Schiller
I’ve always come to the science of horse teaching from the empiric perspective, which means I be taught it from a smart standpoint first, usually solely discovering its scientific significance…
Teach Your Horse to Stand Still While Mounting
Photo courtesy Jason Irwin Just because many horses move off when their riders try to mount, it doesn’t mean that the issue isn’t a serious one. It can range from…
Unlock the Secret to Equine Behavior
Read the full article about equine behavior in Horse Illustrated’s July 2024 issue! Below is some great content we couldn’t fit in the print article, featuring insight from animal behaviorist…
Introduction to Showing Sport Horses in Hand
Read the full article about showing in hand in Horse Illustrated’s June 2024 issue! Here is some great content we couldn’t fit in the print article. Tips to Polish Performance…
Horse Groundwork with a Purpose
Photo by Heidi Nyland Melocco Getting to know how your horse feels by doing groundwork before a ride is a great idea. However, the groundwork you do has to have…
Tips to Keep Your Horse from Bucking
It’s a scene riders dread: A tense, strong horse ignores your cues, moves straight ahead then begins bucking and kicking out. Your horse’s body is tight and you are out…
Teach Your Horse to Self-Load in the Trailer
If you’ve owned or been around horses long enough, you’ll no doubt have witnessed the gamut of trailer-loading abilities. From the highly desired self-loader to the horse who simply refuses…
Sports psychology for riders, clinician and liber
https://www.horseillustrated.com/wp-content/uploads/10292535-hitm-horse-illustrated-sports-psychology-horse-trainin.mp3 In the 11th episode of The Horse Illustrated Episode of Horses in the Morning, sponsored by Title Sponsor Straight Arrow Products, hosts Glenn the Geek, Holly Caccamise and Sarah…
Positive Reinforcement Training for all Species
What do hyenas, meerkats, hippos, rhinos, lions, tigers, bears, giraffes, llamas, zebras, goldfish, orcas, sea lions, Beluga whales, walruses, and dolphins have in common with horses? They can all be…