Horse training tips

As a beginner, there are few basic groundwork exercises that you should consistently work on until you have mastered them with your horse. I've also made a FREE printable .PDF Training Log!

Horse training tips

It takes on average 4-6 weeks to break in a horse in but that time span is based on several assumptions. If all the handling and preparatory work has been done properly then it should be plain sailing. The horse’s temperament and character can also dictate how smoothly the process ... Read More

Getting into a training groove with your horse takes time and patience, but by using less resistance and more reward, you can make training time a more positive experience for both you and your horse. Get our tips on resistance-free horse training here! #horsetrainingtips #equinepartnership #libertyhorsetraining #equinecommunication #horselove #savvyhorsewoman

Your horse moves off because he anticipates what you’ll want him to do next. He knows that when you land in the saddle, work is about to start. So he moves off, ready to ride…but…you…

If you have recently bought or started riding a new horse, you may be contemplating the best way to go about building a relationship and bond with this horse. The great news is that there are many ways to do this.

Trust in a human-equine relationship is just as crucial for the horse as it is for the human. So how do you build that trust and respect, and how do you know your horse trusts you? Read on to learn important ways to know your horse trusts you. | #ihearthorses #horses #eqlife #ilovehorses #horseownertips #horselover

Teaching a horse to lay down is an extremely difficult trick that will require patience, practice, and a horse with the right temperament.

tips for learning to ride a cantering horse, and the trot to canter transition, with confidence

A few variations on the classic carrot stretch!

Is your horse ready for anything? If not, check out our complete guide for bombproofing your horse!

Learn how to apply basic training methods to teach your horse to respond to a cue from reins placed on their neck rather than direct rein contact with the bit

How to build a strong bond with your horse. You don't have to be a master horseman.

Struggling with catching your horse? Say goodbye to the chase! Find out how to train your horse to come when called, and understand the role of positive experiences in this process. #HorseCare #EquineBonding #EquestrianLife #HorseBehavior #BuildingTrust #EquestrianGuide

Your horse keeps turning his butt toward you. What does this mean? What should you do? Click to read the post and find out! #horsebodylanguage #horsebehavior #horsehindquarters #horsebutt #horsebum #horseturningaway

I still struggle at times getting a smooth canter transition. How to ask for the canter can be tough, especially with a new horse.

At the end I'll talk about the "young horse training plan" I put together for Rudy and some important notes when building training plans that I've learnt for young horses from Rudy.