What’s the difference in Western and English riding?
Question: Dear Julie,
I have ridden Western for the last 20 years, and have trained my horses based on the resistance free method or natural horsemanship as it is most commonly known today.
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Question: Hello Julie,
I am looking at buying a Tennessee Walker. With my current horse, I am finding it a challenge to post. I’m 48 years old. I purchased your DVDs and they were helpful, but I’m just not really comfortable with posting and like the idea of a smooth ride on a gaited horse.
Understanding The Snaffle Bit
Hanging in your tack room is probably some form or style of snaffle bit. Perhaps you use it everyday. Or maybe it’s unused and gathering dust. There is probably no bit that is more widely used, regardless of the riding discipline, than the snaffle bit. Even though it is a commonly used piece of equipment,
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Ask Julie Goodnight
Question: Ms. Goodnight,
I recently read your article regarding fear of horses. I have a unique problem related to fear and hope you can help. I was in the round pen and I was thrown off and I broke a few ribs.
Eitan Beth-Halachmy And Santa Fe Renegade To Be Featured In The Opening Ceremonies Of The World Equestrian Games
The Western Dressage Association of America announces the return of Eitan Beth-Halachmy and his...
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How Do I Teach My Young Horse To Collect?
My question is: I have a 3 yr old gelding Welsh Cob, just under saddle and I am trying to find the way how to ask him to loosen in the movement. It is ok for him to loose when we are standing (asking to turn the head to me and then he puts it down)
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Natural Horsemanship Pioneer Pat Parelli Saddles Up For 2011 Road To The Horse Legends
Many great horseman have stepped into the Road to the Horse round pens to prove their mettle and showcase the best natural horsemanship has to offer, but in 2011 something unprecedented will occur.
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Teaching Your Horse To Handle A Rope – Part II
PERFORMANCE HORSEMANSHIP WITH RICHARD WINTERS Last month we discussed how to prepare and...
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Teaching Your Horse To Handle A Rope
Introducing your saddle horse to a lariat rope and getting him comfortable with its use could go a long way in training your horse to become a safe and solid equine citizen. Even if you don’t plan on roping off of your horse, being desensitized and comfortable with the rope around his body could keep you out of trouble.
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Are You Ready For A Horsemanship Clinic?
Over the last twenty years, Horsemanship Clinics have become very popular with horse enthusiasts. You would be hard pressed to find one of your horse loving friends who haven’t been to some type of clinic in hopes of improving their horsemanship skills.
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