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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 - 32 A Horse Fair   No doubt a horse fair is a very amusing place to those who have nothing to lose; at any rate, there

Developing Effective Communication Understanding Natural Aids in Horse Training In equestrian training, the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with your horse is the foundation of success. How you use

Mastering the Canter: Tips for a Confident and Comfortable Ride Learning to canter can be one of the most exhilarating yet challenging parts of horse riding. Unlike walk or trot,

  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