Horse Training

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Soundness strategies that work
Joints, muscles and hooves: They all take a pounding, whether your horse is circling barrels, jumping...
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Living conditions impact equine learning, performance
According to a news release in Science Daily, a new study shows that horses living in big enclosures...
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Get ready for spring!
The days are getting warmer, and the trails or show ring beckon. Are you and your horse ready for this...
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'Barn Stories' Ep. 61: The transformation
It’s easy to jump to conclusions and (mis)judge a book by its cover–or a horse by its breed....
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Stop making your horse nervous
Every time you handle your horse, he will behave as if you are a herd of two. One of you has to be the...
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Your horse may be smarter than you think
Research suggests that horses are better able to interpret human gestures than previously thought, and...
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A Journey of Truth: Part 2
Read Part 1 of Truth’s Journey here. The Work Begins Truth’s rehabilitation began with routine...
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A Journey of Truth: Part 1
What’s in a name? A lot, if you happen to be a hard-knocking 18-year-old Thoroughbred called “Truth Takes...
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Is your horse in the mood to perform well?
A study suggests that a horse who seems unhappy or aggressive in his stall is likely to have a negative...
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New Online Resource Offers Horse Behavior Information
Three scientists recently launched a YouTube Channel that presents videos on a variety of equine behavior...