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Added on May 25, 2022 -- Length 1:24:06

Hackamore? Bit? Bitless Bridle? Halter? Nothing? What to use?

bit bitless hackamore halter
A common question... In my clinics, I work with folks using a multitude of different bits, a variety of bitless bridles, hackamores and even halters. Sometimes we use nothing - like in our Liberty to Riding Clinics. Regardless of what gear we use on our horse's head, we desire one thing: that the horse follows us. Then we can use our reins to assist and clarify. So...what's the difference between all this head gear? When to use what? Let's explore!

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Hackamore? Bit? Bitless Bridle? Halter? Nothing? What to use?

bit bitless hackamore halter

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May 25, 2022 -- Length 1:24:06

A common question... In my clinics, I work with folks using a multitude of different bits, a variety of bitless bridles, hackamores and even halters. Sometimes we use nothing - like in our Liberty to Riding Clinics. Regardless of what gear we use on our horse's head, we desire one thing: that the horse follows us. Then we can use our reins to assist and clarify. So...what's the difference between all this head gear? When to use what? Let's explore!

Added on June 01, 2022 -- Length 1:22:26

Trail Riding Part 1 : Zeus

trail riding wild horses
Part One This show touches on two different projects at Amazing Horse Country. One is our Trail Riding Series. This will be Zeus's first time on the trail - with humans, that is - and we're excited. We'll look at steps we can take to get a new horse comfortable with the trail. The second project is "Zeus - Life with a Wild Horse" and we'd like to continue that series with this show as well. Zeus's age is likely around 17. I've had him for 5 years now and in that time we've built a very unique relationship. He has changed from being very guarded to very open and honest. My journey with him has been a personal exploration of vulnerability and inner peace. We share a lot of laughs together and now I'd like to take that relationship a step further in the riding.

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Trail Riding Part 1 : Zeus

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June 01, 2022 -- Length 1:22:26

Part One This show touches on two different projects at Amazing Horse Country. One is our Trail Riding Series. This will be Zeus's first time on the trail - with humans, that is - and we're excited. We'll look at steps we can take to get a new horse comfortable with the trail. The second project is "Zeus - Life with a Wild Horse" and we'd like to continue that series with this show as well. Zeus's age is likely around 17. I've had him for 5 years now and in that time we've built a very unique relationship. He has changed from being very guarded to very open and honest. My journey with him has been a personal exploration of vulnerability and inner peace. We share a lot of laughs together and now I'd like to take that relationship a step further in the riding.

Added on April 27, 2022 -- Length 2:05:20

My Horse Won't Move!

moving out stubborn stuck
Lots of WHOA but no GO? Every horse - like every human - is unique. They think differently. Some horses move out easily - that can be because they're calm and energetic. It can be because they're anxious and fleeing. Other horses, though, don't move. And that can be for many reasons. The problem is, the symptoms don't vary much. A stoic horse can have a freeze response to pressure and they won't look any different than they do when they're calm. Just like some people are great at disguising their emotions - whether intentional or not. When a horse isn't moving out, it can be a big source of frustration. That might tempt us to use more pressure, but for a horse that isn't moving because of pressure, we're playing right into the problem. In this show, we'll look at a variety of reasons a horse won't move and specifically how to deal with it in a supportive way.

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My Horse Won't Move!

moving out stubborn stuck

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April 27, 2022 -- Length 2:05:20

Lots of WHOA but no GO? Every horse - like every human - is unique. They think differently. Some horses move out easily - that can be because they're calm and energetic. It can be because they're anxious and fleeing. Other horses, though, don't move. And that can be for many reasons. The problem is, the symptoms don't vary much. A stoic horse can have a freeze response to pressure and they won't look any different than they do when they're calm. Just like some people are great at disguising their emotions - whether intentional or not. When a horse isn't moving out, it can be a big source of frustration. That might tempt us to use more pressure, but for a horse that isn't moving because of pressure, we're playing right into the problem. In this show, we'll look at a variety of reasons a horse won't move and specifically how to deal with it in a supportive way.

Added on July 15, 2021 -- Length 1:30:29

Presentation and your Riding

presentation
Horses are amazing critters. They have no spoken language, but can communicate intricate details of motion through focus, space and energy. We see other animals do this routinely. Birds in a flock, for instance. It would seem to make great sense then, that we learn to communicate and direct horses using their language - one they already understand and are experts at. Consider your friends and family - we have close relationships that rely on the fact that we share a common language. Can you think of how hard life would be if no one around you spoke your language? When we become proficient at communicating in 'horse', we can use the aids for just that: aids. Not controls. Embark upon this amazing journey with your horse. A journey that not only advances your riding, but builds an incredible relationship.

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Presentation and your Riding

presentation

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July 15, 2021 -- Length 1:30:29

Horses are amazing critters. They have no spoken language, but can communicate intricate details of motion through focus, space and energy. We see other animals do this routinely. Birds in a flock, for instance. It would seem to make great sense then, that we learn to communicate and direct horses using their language - one they already understand and are experts at. Consider your friends and family - we have close relationships that rely on the fact that we share a common language. Can you think of how hard life would be if no one around you spoke your language? When we become proficient at communicating in 'horse', we can use the aids for just that: aids. Not controls. Embark upon this amazing journey with your horse. A journey that not only advances your riding, but builds an incredible relationship.

Added on April 20, 2022 -- Length 1:22:55

The OTHER Pre-Purchase Exam - Part II

pre-purchase
It's common to have a veterinarian conduct a pre-purchase exam. That answers the PHYSICAL questions. But the MENTAL questions are just as - and in many cases, more - important. But exactly what do we need to look for? Remember that the horse you're buying is more than just a vehicle. They're a cognizant, thinking animal that has memories, emotions and independent thoughts. One of the most fundamental pillars in our success with horses is the relationship we can have with them. Is it going to work out? Not only that, we might have NO IDEA of the training the prospective horse had - and the quality of that training. Do we need to restart the horse? Do we need to work through negative associations the horse may have from previous experiences? Join us as we take an in-depth look at the OTHER Pre-Purchase Exam. In Part II we focus on the riding steps we need to take to see if your prospective horse is the one for you.

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The OTHER Pre-Purchase Exam - Part II

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April 20, 2022 -- Length 1:22:55

It's common to have a veterinarian conduct a pre-purchase exam. That answers the PHYSICAL questions. But the MENTAL questions are just as - and in many cases, more - important. But exactly what do we need to look for? Remember that the horse you're buying is more than just a vehicle. They're a cognizant, thinking animal that has memories, emotions and independent thoughts. One of the most fundamental pillars in our success with horses is the relationship we can have with them. Is it going to work out? Not only that, we might have NO IDEA of the training the prospective horse had - and the quality of that training. Do we need to restart the horse? Do we need to work through negative associations the horse may have from previous experiences? Join us as we take an in-depth look at the OTHER Pre-Purchase Exam. In Part II we focus on the riding steps we need to take to see if your prospective horse is the one for you.

Added on November 25, 2021 -- Length 1:15:14

Moving INTO Pressure

pressure
We all know a horse can move AWAY from pressure. You likely also know that we can teach a horse not to move under pressure. What is fundamentally more practical than that: In our style of horsemanship we show horses that they can follow us under pressure. We show them how to release tension and relax when pressure presents itself. But what about asking a horse to move INTO a pressure? When would that be beneficial? There are many cases, from riding toward something the horse might be anxious about, to standing at a mounting block. Join us as we work through some exercises to have your horse not only cool with pressure, but confident to move into it.

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Moving INTO Pressure

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November 25, 2021 -- Length 1:15:14

We all know a horse can move AWAY from pressure. You likely also know that we can teach a horse not to move under pressure. What is fundamentally more practical than that: In our style of horsemanship we show horses that they can follow us under pressure. We show them how to release tension and relax when pressure presents itself. But what about asking a horse to move INTO a pressure? When would that be beneficial? There are many cases, from riding toward something the horse might be anxious about, to standing at a mounting block. Join us as we work through some exercises to have your horse not only cool with pressure, but confident to move into it.

Added on March 16, 2022 -- Length 1:27:01

Neck Reining Part I

neck reining
Neck reining is something like collection. They're similar in that there are differing and contrary interpretations of what they mean. Some methods of training and using neck reining oppose how the horse naturally moves and are not supportive of our horse's physical or mental well being. On the other hand, neck reining - when trained and used property, can be exceptionally supportive to our horse's thinking, our leadership, and ties right in with how the horse can use their body athletically and in balance.

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Neck Reining Part I

neck reining

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March 16, 2022 -- Length 1:27:01

Neck reining is something like collection. They're similar in that there are differing and contrary interpretations of what they mean. Some methods of training and using neck reining oppose how the horse naturally moves and are not supportive of our horse's physical or mental well being. On the other hand, neck reining - when trained and used property, can be exceptionally supportive to our horse's thinking, our leadership, and ties right in with how the horse can use their body athletically and in balance.

Added on April 05, 2022 -- Length 1:38:47

The OTHER Pre-Purchase Exam - Part I

pre-purchase
It's common to have a veterinarian conduct a pre-purchase exam. That answers the PHYSICAL questions. But the MENTAL questions are just as - and in many cases, more - important. But exactly what do we need to look for? Remember that the horse you're buying is more than just a vehicle. They're a cognizant, thinking animal that has memories, emotions and independent thoughts. One of the most fundamental pillars in our success with horses is the relationship we can have with them. Is it going to work out? Not only that, we might have NO IDEA of the training the prospective horse had - and the quality of that training. Do we need to restart the horse? Do we need to work through negative associations the horse may have from previous experiences? Join us as we take an in-depth look at the OTHER Pre-Purchase Exam. In Part I we focus on the groundwork steps we need to take to see if your prospective horse is the one for you.

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The OTHER Pre-Purchase Exam - Part I

pre-purchase

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April 05, 2022 -- Length 1:38:47

It's common to have a veterinarian conduct a pre-purchase exam. That answers the PHYSICAL questions. But the MENTAL questions are just as - and in many cases, more - important. But exactly what do we need to look for? Remember that the horse you're buying is more than just a vehicle. They're a cognizant, thinking animal that has memories, emotions and independent thoughts. One of the most fundamental pillars in our success with horses is the relationship we can have with them. Is it going to work out? Not only that, we might have NO IDEA of the training the prospective horse had - and the quality of that training. Do we need to restart the horse? Do we need to work through negative associations the horse may have from previous experiences? Join us as we take an in-depth look at the OTHER Pre-Purchase Exam. In Part I we focus on the groundwork steps we need to take to see if your prospective horse is the one for you.

Added on March 23, 2022 -- Length 1:31:34

The Power of Waiting

waiting patience
Want to learn about one of the simplest but most effective actions we can take when working with a horse? That action is this: Doing nothing. Have you ever had someone try to show you how to do something? We all have. Some are complex and some are simple. When we learn, it takes time for us to process; to understand. A horse is no different. Often, however, a horse is not given the opportunity to think about what we've asked them before we get on their case about it. But that raises a lot of questions, doesn't it? How long to wait? What exactly should I be doing? When should I pause? In this show, we'll explore precisely when and how to implement "waiting" in order to accelerate our horse's understanding.

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The Power of Waiting

waiting patience

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March 23, 2022 -- Length 1:31:34

Want to learn about one of the simplest but most effective actions we can take when working with a horse? That action is this: Doing nothing. Have you ever had someone try to show you how to do something? We all have. Some are complex and some are simple. When we learn, it takes time for us to process; to understand. A horse is no different. Often, however, a horse is not given the opportunity to think about what we've asked them before we get on their case about it. But that raises a lot of questions, doesn't it? How long to wait? What exactly should I be doing? When should I pause? In this show, we'll explore precisely when and how to implement "waiting" in order to accelerate our horse's understanding.

Added on December 01, 2021 -- Length 1:27:13

Feel VS Technical

feel technical
It's a common topic in our clinics. And we've touched on it in webinars as well. In this show, we dig deeply into the details. There are two distinctly different regimes we can exist in when we're training or riding a horse. Those are feel and technical. What are they? When would we want to use one, the other or both? Both feel and technical are ways of presenting ourselves; ways of communicating. And there are times when we need to favor one over the other. And ultimately they merge together to form our unique and personal riding style.

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Feel VS Technical

feel technical

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December 01, 2021 -- Length 1:27:13

It's a common topic in our clinics. And we've touched on it in webinars as well. In this show, we dig deeply into the details. There are two distinctly different regimes we can exist in when we're training or riding a horse. Those are feel and technical. What are they? When would we want to use one, the other or both? Both feel and technical are ways of presenting ourselves; ways of communicating. And there are times when we need to favor one over the other. And ultimately they merge together to form our unique and personal riding style.