Horse Crazy Once Again

Regaining my original passion and finding my way in a horseworld I don't recognize

Sculpting the Equine Body, Pt 1

September 14, 2018

One of the aspects of classically based Dressage training is the way in which it changes the horse’s physique. It is true that any equine activity that involves a level of conditioning will tone muscles, and should make the horse more attractive. I say “should” because there are definitely activities that condition a horse but … More Sculpting the Equine Body, Pt 1

Parlor games

February 5, 2018

My Dressage mentors were very good at creating exercises for humans that helped to illustrate the physical or mental challenges the horse goes through in their training and development. I recall many hours in the study room, with people struggling to perform – getting some small sense of what it’s like for their horses. I … More Parlor games