My 4 year old gelding was initially always nippy and on top of me. In this post, I explain how do you deal with a pushy horse and reclaim your space. This is one in a series of many posts outlining Rudy’s training journey with me! Rudy is my first young horse. I got him as … Read more
Are you wondering how old does a horse have to be to ride? Here are a few important tips to keep in mind! Your young horses well being is your priority. If you begin on a youngster before their ready, you may cause both physical, and physiologically damage. As a responsible owner you have to … Read more
I have some really exciting news. I am currently in the process of buying a horse! Yes, I asked so many questions before buying Rudy. But today I wanted to capitalize on the opportunity, and tell you a little bit about the questions I’ve been asking when I’ve been going to meet horses for the … Read more
Are you looking for the best jeans for horseback riding in? I think the outfits are one of the things I love most about Western riding – the cowboy hats, the beautiful boots. But one of the things I love most is a good pair of jeans. And I tell you, I have worn lots … Read more
If you’re thinking of buying a horse trailer, you need to make sure you have the right vehicle to tow it. This wasn’t something that really occurred to me until I moved out, and didn’t have easy access to my parents’ truck any more. And there was no way my tiny hatchback was doing the … Read more
It’s pretty daunting buying your first horse. You’ve probably read and heard about how difficult it is. And I’m not going to tell you otherwise! After a couple of years where I haven’t owned a horse, I’m looking at buying one in the new year. I know it’s going to be a complicated and expensive process. … Read more
Learning how to ride a horse is a wonderful, but sometimes slightly nerve wracking process. I know lots of people who’ve been anxious before their first lesson to know what it’s going to be like. Everything I wish I knew when learning to ride I’ve put together for you in my 100% FREE Beginner Rider’s … Read more
I’ve written a couple of posts recently about how horseback riding is a strenuous sport. And it definitely is! But today I wanted to write about how you can use other horseback riding exercise to complement your riding training, and become the best rider you can. I’m a really competitive rider. You may have guessed … Read more
There’s this terrible impression, outside of the horseback riding world, that horseback riding isn’t good exercise. It makes me a little grumpy, to be honest. People assume that because you’re mounted, the horse is doing all the work… If you’re looking to get into riding, make sure you get my FREE Beginner Rider’s EBook! You’ll … Read more
One of the reasons why horseback riding is therapeutic for me is that if I’m having a bad day, I always know that going out riding will make it that much better. I mean, even if I’m having a good day going riding makes it better, but you know what I mean! Perhaps for that … Read more
