“The industry may still glorify speed and early success, but I know now that longevity, soundness, and a willing partner are the real achievements worth striving for. So, I choose patience. I choose education. I choose listening. And most importantly, I choose my horse — every single time.”
“I, too, once thought I was marrying a normal woman. She had beautiful hair, a great smile, and a laugh that made me want to listen to whatever nonsense she was talking about. Then, I heard the phrase that should’ve sent me running: ‘I have horses.'”
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Does desensitizing your horse to training aids make the aids ineffective?
“To those who feel compelled to offer corrections when a rider simply is following an owner’s guidance, it is worth remembering that there is wisdom in stepping back and observing… Instead of criticizing…”
“Never mind that their ‘ranch-broke’ horse hasn’t seen a real cow in its life, and their biggest brush with the Old West is ordering extra queso at Chili’s.” We decided to see what AI would come up with if we asked it to roast western riders — it’s absolutely worth the read!
Happy St. Patrick’s Day, Horse Nation. Today, we’re celebrating by highlighting some Paint Horses with St. Patrick’s Day-themed registered names. Check them out below:
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Can carrots be used as a meal replacement?
Many of us are out here riding the emotional waves of our equine counterparts — cough, mares, cough — and it feels like the waves just keep crashing down on us. This article will provide some emotional awareness tips to help you navigate these dragons!
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Mud is beneficial to a horse’s hooves and skin?
