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By Dare Jensen 1. Have a helper hold the mare while the colt is haltered. This can be fun the first time, as foals are stronger than you think. You may need another helper to hold the colt in a

Gentle, early handling of the foal and consistent positive reinforcement are the keys to training success and the development of a trusting, manageable individual. Because our horses will often lift up their hooves for us on command, we tend to

Too many young horses are not taught this important skill, which can result in problems when they become full-grown animals. Sandra Costanzo, breeder and trainer of champion Welsh ponies at her Brookside Stud in Schomberg, ON, advises, “Kindness is always

The First of a Two Part Series – How To Get Started by Catherine Sampson Long-lining, is a developmental skill which is beneficial for both equestrian and horse. It is used extensively in the training of the harness horse, but

The Second of a Two Part Series by Catherine Sampson Last month, Catherine Sampson  showed you how to begin long-lining – fitting equipment, the use of the rein-board, basic hand position and how to take up the long-lines. In part

The technique of work in hand-with Udo Lange Part 1 by Karen Robinson Working the dressage horse in hand has, in recent years, become a forgotten art. It is still in common practice at such schools as the Spanish Riding

Advanced techniques of work in hand with Udo Lange-Part 2 by Udo Lange Once a horse has learned to perform half steps in hand, and is muscularly developed enough for the increased collection, work in hand on piaffe can begin.