Articles related to "Natural Horsemanship"



HAPPY NEW YEAR!
On Resolutions and Goals ...
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Principles of Natural Horsemanship
Natural horsemanship is as old as the hills, though it has only recently become popular. The principles are very simple and can be applied to any discipline.
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On Weeping Elephants
Discussion of the spiritual and natural aspects of animals, horses in particular.
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Aggressive Horses
Descriptive narrative concerning what the human handler should do when aggressed by a horse ...
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All Herds Need a Leader
Humans have evolved as predators. Horses are prey animals. It is important to understand this in order to have a meaningful relationship with our horse.
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Balanced Hooves = Balanced Horse
A brief writing addressing the importance of balance ... in the hoof, in the horse, in general.
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BASIC HERBAL TREATMENTS FOR HORSES
A good basic guide for using herbs when treating the horse.
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Classical Clicking?
A short discussion on the integration of Clicker Training into Classical Dressage training.
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Dealing with the Disrespectful Youngster
Dealing fairly with disrespctful young horses.
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Encouraging Trust and Respect
A horse who comes up to you, eagerly putting his head in his halter, ready for anything - this is the horse most of us want.
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Getting Your Horse's Attention
The importance of getting your horse's full attention and how to do this.
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Ginger - The Horse That Makes People Cry
A short story about miracles and horses.
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Groundwork with Horses: How Important is it?
On the importance of groundwork.
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It Only Takes a Whisper
The Difference between "Shouting" at the Horse and "Whispering" ... Find out if you're shouting!!!
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Junior's Attitude
What to do with a opinionated, disrespectful yearling?
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Life Sometimes Gets in the Way ... more notes from Dorian
Notes from an OT Thoroughbred-a wise counselor.
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Look In The Mirror
A short article on what we see in the Equine Heart.
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Look In The Mirror
A short article on what we see in the Equine Heart.
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Natural Horsemanship
Most people think of Natural Horsemanship as a relatively new phenomenon, when in fact the philosophy of Natural Horsemanship can be traced back to ancient Greece.
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On the Spiritual Side of Horsemanship
Discussion of "Dominance" vs "Leadership" and the spirituality of it all ...
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Rainy Days and Mondays ...
What to do on rainy days when you can't ride.
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Road Rage and The Barefoot Horse
Road Rage vs. the Horse
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Speaking the Language of Horses
We must learn to speak the language of horses to become the leader of the herd. You and your horse become a herd of two.
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The Natural Horse Herbal
An personal testimony of the effectivness of Natural Herbs vs. Chemical treatments.
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The Roads we Travel with our Horses
Making us think about the road we travel on the way to our destination with our horses.
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Understanding Evolutionary Horsemanship
Evolutionary Horsemanship is a way of working with horses that considers the whole horse. This includes behavior, health (physical, mental and emotional) and environment.
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Winter Wonder with Horses
The winter care and management of Horses.
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Xenophon's 'The Art of Horsemanship'
Xenophon's 'The Art of Horsemanship' was written between 440 and 360 BC. Yet its style and insight have much to offer the modern rider.
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"The Horse: A Collection of Essays on the Natural Horse"
Excerpts from Ms. Santagate's in-progress book called "The Natural Horse: A Collection of Equine Essays"
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Basic Foal Training Tips
Foal training is one of the most exciting experiences for anyone who loves horses. Working with newborn foals requires patience, consistency and tenacity.
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Horsemanship and Goals 2002
A brief outline of goal setting with relation to working with horses.
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Is it Magic?
Using "magic" with your horse ...
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Natural Horsemen Clinics 2000
Listings of Natural Horsemanship Clinics 2000
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On Punishment
Discussion on the merits of "punishment" within the horse world.
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Questions and Answers
Some questions and answers to problem solving and the horse.
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Rethinking Bits: Horse Snaffles
Most riders think snaffle bits are kind. Not so. The Spanish training system uses bosals and haquimas, as well as educated hands, to train horses.
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Ride the Naked Horse!
Want to learn how to relax while on your horse's back? Read this article on the freedom of riding bareback.
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Summer vacation and all that ...
Summer vacation and all that ...
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Suspension in Time
On the timeless existence of horses - from a horse's point of view.
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The Natural Horse
See what being a "natural" horse is all about! Controversial, thought provoking and hopefully, inspiring!
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Shove Over!
Are we "shoving" our horses over or are we asking politely? What's the difference, anyway? Read here.
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MORE THAN A HORSE
Therapeutic Equestrian Riding
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Book Review: The Man Who Listens To Horses by Monty Roberts
Short book review. Read to find out if you should purchase this book or not.
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Getting The Most Out Of A Clinic
Questions to ask be for signing up for a clinic
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Equine Affaire 2009 Clinician Mark Rashid
At this fall's Equine Affaire, Mark Rashid was a featured clinician teaching about harmoniously working with and riding horses.
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Good Intentions
The roads we travel with our horses complete with potholes.
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Hussar About Town. 1
The 'Hussar' lets us into the secret of one of his favourite haunts for an intimate dinner for two; a small mews restaurant hidden away in the heart of London's Mayfair. Lose the calories afterwards by exercising a horse on Rotten Row in leafy Hyde Park or playing a game of Real Tennis down by the Thames Embankment.
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It's All About What's In Your Heart and How You Use It"
About how our own emotions affect our interactions with a horse.
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