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    We think of dressage training as training special skills, to understand the horse's body language and to develop feel.But without this extra piece that Christoph explains in the

  Black Beauty - 31 A Humbug   My master was not immediately suited, but in a few days, my new groom came. He was a tall, good-looking fellow enough;

Essential Stable Management Tips for Happy, Healthy Horses Caring for a horse that lives in a stable involves more than simply feeding and watering—it requires daily commitment, consistency, and a

  Black Beauty - 30 A Thief   My new master was an unmarried man. He lived at Bath, and was much engaged in business. His doctor advised him to

  Black Beauty - 24 The Lady Anne, or a Runaway Horse   Early in the spring, Lord W---- and part of his family went up to London, and took

Are Your Students Struggling With the Basics? Have a System to Teach Them https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkOIWJWhBDo When students struggle with simple horse-handling tasks, it’s rarely because they’re incapable—it’s usually because they haven’t

Outdoor Horse Care: A Guide to Keeping Paddock Horses Safe and Healthy Caring for horses that live outdoors requires time, commitment, and a good understanding of their daily needs. While

  Black Beauty - 23 A Strike for Liberty   One day my lady came down later than usual, and the silk rustled more than ever. “Drive to the Duchess

Why Looking Up Transforms the Way You Ride Every rider has been reminded at some stage to lift their gaze. Perhaps, like me, you heard it from a parent, an

Mastering the Basics: How to Use Natural Aids When Training Your Horse Understanding how to apply natural riding aids is a core skill for any rider, whether you're just starting

Regaining Confidence Around Horses: A Simple A–B–C Guide Horses are highly intuitive animals, often communicating their emotions and intentions through subtle body language. While many horses may appear calm and

101 Lessons to Teach Beginner Riders Free eBook Download A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Confidence in the Saddle Dreaming of riding with confidence, balance, and ease?This FREE ebook is designed