Some horses are more timid and nervous than others. This lack of confidence can be a major impediment to training if horse trainers do not address it directly.

May 7, 2009 - Laura Thompson

Every person who trains horses for money should operate under a training contract. Follow these tips for writing an effective contract.

Jan 12, 2011 - Keri Sammons

The drive to win can mean that sadly some trainers and riders are willing to resort to the cruellest of tactics to achieve success.

Mar 19, 2012 - Paula Sainthouse

The horse training methods of John Solomon Rarey were revolutionary in his time, and aspects of his work are still apparent in modern horsemanship.

May 18, 2010 - Kirsty Jenkins

A little knowledge is a dangerous thing, especially when training horses. The use of training equipment can be dangerous for both horse and rider.

Jan 18, 2010 - Lynn Baber

Barrel horse training requires more patience than many other riding disciplines. Because the event is so specific, it can be easy to get bored or frustrated.

Jan 14, 2010 - Laura Thompson

A pushy horse is more than an annoyance-he's a danger to people and other animals. To establish boundaries with horses, riders must make their intentions clear.

Apr 13, 2009 - Laura Thompson

Unlike Goldilocks, most horseback riders have to try more than just three horses to find one that's "just right". Horses are either too sensitive or not sensitive enough.

Oct 21, 2008 - Laura Thompson

Teaching our horses to be soft and light and responsive to us can be the most important thing we teach them. Always begin and end every exercise with softness....

Nov 22, 2006 - Duane Isaacson

Most people use lunging in their horse training efforts, but many of them don't realize how important lunging is--or how to do it correctly.

Aug 16, 2008 - Laura Thompson

Your employee isn't catching on as quickly as you would like her to. Consider this: maybe your training method falls short.

Jun 26, 2006 - Melissa Dylan

Rowan Isaacson is a boy with autism. Horses opened up his previously closed world. Many people now think animals can help autistic kids.

Oct 23, 2010 - Karen Peatt

Horses need to be confident, secure and focused. By exposing them to as many variables as possible, this helps make them better at their jobs.

Jan 19, 2011 - Keri Sammons

The basics of training an ex race horse for a second career.

Feb 3, 2011 - Keri Sammons

Linda Adams wrote Be Your Best for people who want to gain control of their lives by improving communication skills, relationships and increasing confidence.

Sep 20, 2009 - Sandra Williams

Long lining, or long reining, is valuable when starting horses, to improve horse fitness and as part of a horse's rehabilitation from injury.

Jun 26, 2010 - Kirsty Jenkins

Learn how horses view the world. Imagine how something looks through their eyes. This article will give you insight into the visual world of horses.

Dec 30, 2010 - Tanya Drayton

Although horses today are used for many different disciplines, it should be possible to use one training system for all. The McLean method is looked at for this quality.

Jan 22, 2010 - Chris Thomas

Learning how race horses should be started, why they act the way they do, and how to train them for another job after their racing career is over.

Jan 17, 2011 - Keri Sammons

Sometimes we become frustrated with our horses, especially when they won't do what we ask. We must understand why our horses are not progressing.

Jan 17, 2011 - Keri Sammons