What it is and Why Teach your Horse If you have a young horse that is destined to a life of jumping, or if you are looking to sell a young, unstarted horse, free jumping is an excellent way not only to evaluate your horse’s potential over fences, but also to give him a head start into the world of jumping...

So, you have begun shopping for your first horse, but you aren’t sure exactly what you need When selecting a new horse, it is very important not only to consider your personal likes and dislikes, but also your body build, your riding skill and your long-term goals...

By the time a horse is a year old, he is already getting pretty big It is difficult to train him if he does not already have solid foundations...

Horses come in all shapes and sizes, as do people But why is it that so many riders seem to want big horses...

If you are looking to buy a horse at an auction, it is important to carefully assess the horses before the sale begins...

So, you have wanted a horse all your life, but you can’t seem to get your parents to agree to get you one...

When trying to sell a horse, it can be terribly difficult to know what to say to potential clients Sellers are terrified of saying the wrong thing and scaring off a buyer before they even see the horse...

If you are trying to sell your horse, you probably understand the importance of taking good photos Unfortunately, many sellers post poor quality photos of their horses for sale, turning away potential buyers, and reducing the value of their horse...

While most breeds of horses are widely supported by an associations that takes care of the registration of the horses in its breed, not all associations are quite equal...

While it may seem simple, the horse walk is an important gait that can tell you a great deal about your horse’s overall capabilities as a performance animal...

When people talk about natural horsemanship, they often discuss the efforts of specific trainers and methods...

While many people understand the basic concept of longing, it is amazing how often the basic language of longing is lost...

When trying to find the right horse, it is important to be careful to avoid getting an animal that does not suit you...

When buying a horse for the first time, it is not uncommon to make some mistakes These are some of the most common pitfalls first-time buyers encounter when buying their first horse...

Short Description: Everyone likes an occasional tip or two, especially those that seem sound and worth trying...

Short Description: There are many, many strategies when it comes to horse race betting Some players get their thrills from placing wagers on risky bets...

There are many different opinions on the importance of shoes on a horse Some farriers and trainers insist that without a shoe, your horse will never remain sound...

When shopping for horses, it can be scary how expensive they can be But what makes at $10,000 horse so different than a $1000 horse...

Many horse owners consider if it might be nicer to have their horse at home They would be able to see him any time they wanted, and transportation would never be an issue when it came to riding...

One of the first steps in training a horse is to teach him to longe The longe line is the best place to train a horse many of the basics, from learning its transitions to accepting tack, and even accepting a rider for the first time...

Everyone does it Taking pictures of your horse is just as common as taking pictures of your kids...

Horses often become dead to the aids over time They are not as responsive and get bored of what they are doing under saddle...

You may have seen it at a show, a lovely horse trotting around the ring sporting a fancy red ribbon in his tail...

It can be difficult to know when, or how to introduce tack for the first time when training a young horse...

With a growing number of people suffering from obesity, it is not surprising that many riders are questioning their horse’s comfort at carrying their weight...

It is a story heard time and time again: “My horse is too old to be ridden any more I’m offering him free to a good home...

We have all hear it one time or another in our riding career; it takes 10, 50 or even 100 falls to make a good rider...

Even with horse racing tips coming from bookers, trainers and owners, jockeys, and successful gamblers, you shouldn't only bet your money on a particular horse simply because they said so...

Sometimes, despite our best efforts, it is necessary to sell a horse through auction While this can be a quick fix, often the sale price you receive at an auction is well below your horse’s actual value...

When a client is coming out to look at a horse that is for sale, it is very important to make a good first impression...