CERTIFIED HORSEMANSHIP ASSOCIATION REGION 10 CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER 21, 2013 "A Day of Equine Education" [pb_slideshow group="10"] What is it?- An educational event with Speakers, Riding Demonstrations, Silent Auction, Vendors and Private Riding Lessons Where Is It? PepperGlen Farms 3563 Pedley Ave. Norco, CA 92860. Who Can Attend?- Anyone who loves horses! Who can … [Read more...] about A Day of Equine Education!
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I Don’t Wanna and You Can’t Make Me!
"I don't wanna and you can't make me!" Has your horse ever said this to you? I know mine have! They stop, go sideways, back-up, even run away. It's called Avoidance Behavior... Avoidance behavior is anything a horse does instead of what they are supposed to be doing. Let's say you are taking your horse "Duke" to the wash rack for a quick hose down. Once you have … [Read more...] about I Don’t Wanna and You Can’t Make Me!
Ride the Horse and Ride the Exercise
There is an ancient story of a rich and powerful King who gathered all the wisest men in his kingdom and asked them to take on a quest. The King asked them to search the world for something that was true... always and forever TRUE. The King wanted to know that there was at least one thing he could always count on, so he would always feel secure. The … [Read more...] about Ride the Horse and Ride the Exercise
Curry On!
Curry? It's a spice. Or a tasty, exotic dish served with rice. While that might be true, but it's also a very important equine grooming tool. Often refered to as a Curry Comb although it is not a comb at all. Curries are often overlooked, misused or deleted altogether. Currying is a very important step in keeping your horses clean and … [Read more...] about Curry On!
Once Upon A Time…
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…