https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OrqOs1sb3H8 So much of working with horses, or really any animal for that matter, is teaching them how to respond to new “threats” in life. Teaching a horse to respond in a healthy way keeps both the horse AND the rider safe. Think about trail riding and any jumping competition- most of the obstacles that are encountered are designed to test … [Read More]
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Just over 100 years ago, horseback riding was one of the most dangerous activities a person could do. A fall from a galloping horse was similar to a fall from a … [Read More]
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