Horse Riding & Training

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How to Work With a Horse That’s Prone to Bolting

Malaika Saeed

Handling a horse with a tendency to bolt requires a special combination of patience, understanding, and skill. Bolting—when a horse ...

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How to Train a Horse to Accept Blankets Calmly

Goran Stankovski

Blanketing horses is an essential aspect of equine care, especially during cold seasons or for horses with special needs. However, ...

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How to Document Your Horse’s Progress Like a Pro

Malaika Saeed

Documenting your horse’s development is more than just taking occasional photos or jotting down random notes. It’s a systematic approach ...

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How to Ride Bareback Safely and Comfortably

Malaika Saeed

Bareback riding—the practice of riding a horse without a saddle—offers an unparalleled connection between horse and rider. This ancient form ...

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How to Practice Mindfulness While Riding

Malaika Saeed

Riding, whether on horseback, bicycle, or motorcycle, offers a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness—the art of being fully present in ...

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How to Train a Horse to Open Gates or Move Objects

Goran Stankovski

Horses are highly intelligent animals with remarkable capabilities that extend far beyond carrying riders or pulling carts. With proper training, ...

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How to Use Horse Vision Science to Improve Training

Goran Stankovski

When we observe the magnificent, powerful forms of horses galloping across fields, we rarely consider how they perceive the world ...

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How to Condition a Horse for Mountain Trail Competitions

Malaika Saeed

Mountain trail competitions push both horse and rider to their limits, requiring exceptional physical conditioning, mental preparation, and precise technical ...

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How to Train a Horse to Tolerate Costumes or Decorations

Malaika Saeed

Horses have been our companions in work, sport, and leisure for thousands of years, yet introducing them to unfamiliar objects ...

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How to Set Boundaries With Pushy Horses

Malaika Saeed

introduction Horses are magnificent creatures that blend power, intelligence, and sensitivity in a package weighing over 1,000 pounds. While their ...