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I used to believe …
We all develop our beliefs, often based upon ‘common wisdom’. As we go through life, we have a choice – test our beliefs against our experiences, and adjust them as necessary; or stick to them no matter how facts and … Continue reading
Posted in My Journey, Thinking Out Loud
Tagged belief v fact, changing beliefs, horse abuse, horse neglect, horse shows, Horse training
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There is only one ‘must’ in riding
I’ve heard it all of my riding life, but social media seems to have brought it out in full force. I’m talking about any riding advice that begins with, “You must …” I don’t think it matters the discipline, there … Continue reading
The explosive equine
A few years ago, in the course of trying to retrain Tally after the “trainer” who started her had botched it so badly, I was making one last walk circle before getting off. But my dismount did not happen as … Continue reading
The long strange trip
Five years ago, today, we set out on the three hour journey to pick up the colt of my dreams. More than just a dream, he was something out of a long held fantasy – and someone was giving him … Continue reading
Searching for a leader?
Are you in search of a leader? Have you waited your whole adult life for someone to tell you when to wake up, when to eat, and when to move? Do you long for the ‘security’ of never having to … Continue reading
Posted in Thinking Out Loud
Tagged behavior, dominance, equine behavior, Horse training, horses, leadership
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Bendigo, the Event horse who wasn’t
My first horse sport was Eventing. It was a growing sport in our state, and its lack of formality appealed to the university crowd I grew up riding with. Wicki came with miles under his girth, and was a great … Continue reading
Posted in My Journey
Tagged Ben, cross-country, Eventing, horse behavior, Horse training, training problems
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Why do you ride?
Riding is a selfish act – there is really no getting around that fact. Horses do not ask to participate in the activity, they are conditioned for it. That said, I have over forty years of experience that horses can, … Continue reading
