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Ease Fireworks Anxiety
Horse and Rider

Ease Fireworks Anxiety

What to know and do to keep your horse from panicking and possibly hurting himself at the sound of Fourth of July celebrations.

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2 mins  |
July 2017
Youth Riders Should Know...
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Youth Riders Should Know...

Kids and horses make the perfect pair for valuable life lessons.

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3 mins  |
September 2017
Change It Up!
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Change It Up!

This creative exercise is easy, fun, and guaranteed to get you focused on your riding—instead of your nerves.

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3 mins  |
September 2017
Barrel Arc and Counter-Arc
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Barrel Arc and Counter-Arc

Improve your horse’s position going around the first and second barrel.

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4 mins  |
December 2016
Get Ready To Win
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Get Ready To Win

Winning doesn’t come easily. Use my advice to prepare yourself and your horse to win.

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4 mins  |
December 2016
The ‘Man of Trail' SHARES HIS TIPS
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The ‘Man of Trail' SHARES HIS TIPS

I’ve designed some of the toughest trail courses for the top shows. Now I’ll help you navigate them.

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7 mins  |
December 2016
Meds or Management?
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Meds or Management?

Use good old-fashioned horsemanship to minimize the need for medication and help keep your horse healthy. 

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9 mins  |
January 2017
Bits That Go Ouch!
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Bits That Go Ouch!

Do you have a thorough understanding of how your it acts on your horse’s mouth? Here you’ll learn exactly how your bit and its configuration work on your horse’s mouth in response to rein pressure.

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8 mins  |
January 2017
Dad, The Driver
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Dad, The Driver

Larry Weatherford describes himself as his daughter’s driver—to shows, clinics, and competitions. But he’s much more than that when it comes to helping her chase her horse dreams.

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4 mins  |
January 2018
The Facts Of Headshaking
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The Facts Of Headshaking

Learn what we really know about this complex, confusing, and often frustrating condition.

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6 mins  |
January 2018
In For The Long Haul
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In For The Long Haul

Make the post-ride experience a positive one to end your trail ride on a high note.

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3 mins  |
January 2018
Meet Your Challenge
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Meet Your Challenge

Meet Your Challenge

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4 mins  |
January 2018
reading radiographs
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reading radiographs

the images appear in black and white, but answers lie in shades of gray. learn why your horse’s radiographs may mean different things to different people

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10 mins  |
february 2017
10 tips for ranch logs
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10 tips for ranch logs

here are 10 hints for practicing over logs and poles to help you perform better in ranch riding and ranch trail classes.

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6 mins  |
february 2017
seniors that still have it
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seniors that still have it

age is just a number, at least when it comes to these six senior horses.

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10+ mins  |
february 2017
Electrolyte Primer
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Electrolyte Primer

Does your horse need extra electrolytes during these hot summer months? If he’s sweating a lot, he probably does. Read on.

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2 mins  |
August 2017
Is It You? Or Your Horse?
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Is It You? Or Your Horse?

The responsibility for problems between a horse and rider rarely lies solely with one or the other.

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3 mins  |
August 2017
Aged Quarter Horse Geldings
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Aged Quarter Horse Geldings

Evaluate and place these aged Quarter Horse geldings. Then see how your choices compare to our expert judge’s.

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3 mins  |
August 2017
Why Won't He Move?
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Why Won't He Move?

Balky horses have reasons for their behavior. Here’s how to recognize root causes and overcome the different varieties of balkiness.

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5 mins  |
August 2017
Minor Tack Changes, Major Results
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Minor Tack Changes, Major Results

Learn how minor adjustments to your tack can help you see major results at your next barrel race.

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5 mins  |
December 2017
Discover A Desert Diamond
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Discover A Desert Diamond

California’s Joshua Tree National Park offers spectacular trail riding through unique desert ecosystems.

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6 mins  |
December 2017
Parasite Patrol
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Parasite Patrol

Fecal tests for parasite eggs have become a crucial part of any effective deworming program. Here’s how to ensure that those tests are accurate and meaningful.

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8 mins  |
December 2017
Secrets To Stop The Spin
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Secrets To Stop The Spin

A precise end to a set of spins keeps you out of the penalty box and prevents your horse from developing bad habits.

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3 mins  |
December 2017
Good Everyday Gear
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Good Everyday Gear

Use quality tack in your day-to day riding to keep your horse comfortable and performing well.

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4 mins  |
September 2016
Black, White, or Shades of Gray?
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Black, White, or Shades of Gray?

Learn details about five-panel genetic testing and its positive influence on breeding decisions.

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8 mins  |
September 2016
Blind Horse TLC
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Blind Horse TLC

A horse with little or no vision can live a fully satisfying life if you make just a few tweaks to your horsekeeping routine.

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2 mins  |
February 2018
My Collection
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My Collection

The Collector:Bob Avila Temecula, California

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1 min  |
February 2018
Create A Confident Mindset
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Create A Confident Mindset

When you feel uneasy on your horse, these strategies will help you ‘fake it ’til you make it.’

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3 mins  |
March 2017
Aged Paint Horse Mares
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Aged Paint Horse Mares

Evaluate and place these aged Paint Horse mares. Then see how your choices compare to our expert judge’s.

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1 min  |
April 2018
Standing Leg Wraps
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Standing Leg Wraps

Precise application of wraps ensures the protection of your horse’s soft tissues for healing an injury or sweating inflammation.

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2 mins  |
April 2018