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The Good Bump?

The Good Bump?By Alan Korotkin
Horses usually remember the last schooling fences you do, so it is sometimes beneficial that you enter the show ring off a rub, or what top equestrians call a "good Bump."

The Secret to Stopping a Horse from Backing Up, Bucking or Rearing

The Secret to Stopping a Horse from Backing Up, Bucking or RearingBy Anne Gage
Have you ever been in a situation when riding your horse where his misbehaviour had you feeling vulnerable and out of control? Most riders will experience this situation more than once in their riding careers. How do you regain control without having […]

Keeping Your Horse At Home - Fantasy or Folly?

Keeping Your Horse At Home - Fantasy or Folly?By Anne Gage
You have finally bought your dream home in the country. Part of the dream is to keep your own horse in your "backyard". Taking care of a horse is a 24/7 responsibility - are you prepared? If you are thinking about keeping your horse at […]

Wild Mustangs Of Corolla

Wild Mustangs Of CorollaBy Karen Vertigan Pope
The Outer Banks of North Carolina has a stretch of land running from just north of Corolla to the Virginia state line that is sparsely populated, absolutely beautiful and home to 60 wild horses. These horses not only roam free, they thrive in this area. The horses are the […]

Which Sells Better, The Hunter Or Jumper?

Which Sells Better, The Hunter Or Jumper?By Alan Korotkin
Which type of jumping horse sells better, the hunter or the jumper? This is a question that intrigues the horse professional and casual show rider alike. We can look at several factors to help us come up with a suitable hypothesis without actually conducting a horse sales […]