What’s the most important thing to teach your horse? In my humble opinion it is to stop when asked. The all important Whoa. Or Ho. Or Stop. Or you can even say Snicklefritz if you want, as long as your horse knows that means they have to stop moving. As in stop moving their feet/legs/ neck/ body/ all of the above. It’s the first thing I teach all my riding students. I always … [Read more...] about Once Upon A Time…
Horse Shows
Dream a Lofty Dream
"Dream lofty dreams, and as you dream, so shall you become. Your vision is the promise of what you shall at last unveil." - John Ruskin Many years ago I had a client who was looking for a new horse for her daughter, Caren. Caren had been riding the family horse for a few years. She had gone from a complete beginner to an accomplished show rider. It was time for her … [Read more...] about Dream a Lofty Dream
Honesty’s The Best Policy?
“Honesty is the most single most important factor having a direct bearing on the final success of an individual, corporation, or product.” Ed McMahon A few years ago I had a client named Delores who owned a horse named Rebel. Rebel was a nice enough horse but he was a small, very flashy palomino tobiano paint. Delores had purchased him as a yearling and she … [Read more...] about Honesty’s The Best Policy?
CRK Training Times- March 2012
Bits of New for Horse People Important March Dates~ March 11- Daylight Savings Begins March 17- St. Patrick's Day- Wear CRK Green! March 18- Mira Loma Schooling Show March 20- Spring Begins! Important April Dates~ April 6- Good Friday April 8- Easter Sunday April 15- YLCR Show April 16- Federal Tax Day April 22- GSPA Show April … [Read more...] about CRK Training Times- March 2012
Shiny As A New Penny!
Shiny As A New Penny! Should I Body Shave my Horse? This question was posed to me just the other day by a student. She owns a very fuzzy pony that she wants to get ready for the shows. Shows that are going to be starting in just a few short months. I understand why she would ask this question. Her pony, Tony, is the typical Thelwell pony. Short, stocky, and really hairy. … [Read more...] about Shiny As A New Penny!