Training - Good Horse

Why am I struggling to train my horse?

September 17, 2021September 18, 2021 communication, horse emotion, horse psychology, training

Do you think you are using an effective training method? Why what YOU think doesn’t matter!

border collie type dog on fence leaning on horse in western headstall

5 Tips to Keep Your Dogs Safe Around Horses (and vice versa!)

July 19, 2021 emotion, fear, dog

Do you share your life with both horses and dogs? Here are a few tips that will keep your companions safe when they meet!

Two chestnut horses lying down in a field by the remains of a hay bale

The key to effective training that is surprisingly overlooked

May 6, 2021May 6, 2021 horse psychology, sociality, herd dynamics, enrichment

Do you sometimes feel like you take two steps back for every step forward? You may be overlooking the most fundamental factor in training your horse!

Labels Matter: Is my horse a “jerk”?

January 17, 2021January 17, 2021 horse personality, training, behaviour

We all know that horses can’t be offended by being called names – but how you describe your horse still matters!

Should I lease a horse?

August 28, 2020May 6, 2021 equestrian, riding

Leasing a horse can be a wonderful and educational experience. Here are a few considerations before you take the next step on your equestrian journey!

Top Tip that will save you Time, Money, and Heartache

August 28, 2020May 6, 2021 care, training, vet

Don’t try to shut the stable door after the horse has already bolted! The best way to address problems is to intervene before things get out of hand!

How much horse experience do you really have?

August 28, 2020 training, coaching

Seasoned equestrian? New to horses? Here’s how to get the most out of your time with horses. And remember, not all experience is equally useful!

Different Ways to Film Yourself Riding

May 11, 2020May 11, 2020

Would you like to be able to film yourself riding without a helper? Here are several ways to do just that!

Five favourite stretches for improving your riding

April 19, 2020 riding, rider fitness

Become a more effective (and more comfortable!) rider with these simple hip and leg stretches.

Bit fit: How many wrinkles?

May 22, 2019 communication, training, equestrian, bits

Understanding your equipment is fundamental to good horsemanship! Care needs to go into adjusting a horse’s bit so as to promote comfort and communication.

Can we prevent trigger stacking?

January 22, 2019January 22, 2019 emotion, fear, horse psychology, training

We can’t control everything – but are there ways that we can help prepare our horse to stay calm under pressure and be less affected by the unexpected?