Posted in Advice on Dec 24th, 2009
Hello, I hope you are enjoying this holiday time with your family. Today we are going to continue our exploration of the Uberstreichen Exercise by learning to use the first Exercise to recognize when the neck begins to form a true arch.
When a neck comes shorter it does not always arch, most of the [...]
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Posted in Advice on Dec 22nd, 2009
For anyone new to my blog, the programs I offer are about developing better connections between horse to human and human to horse. They are meant to support the equine community by creating better equine partnerships through social interaction and communication that strengthening the bond, trust and dance.
If you are new to my classroom [...]
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Posted in Advice on Dec 17th, 2009
Hi again. Today we will be moving on with the Uberstreichen Exercises.
When your horse will stand on his own then you are ready for the next step. Put your hands on each side of the noseband of the halter and do not but in fingers or thumbs inside the halter in order to prevent injury [...]
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Posted in Misc on Aug 25th, 2009
This is an amazing August, usually it is hot. Fall is in the air and the weather is beautiful. I do not have much to share today so I just wanted to update you on everyone here and tell you about a small tip you might find useful.
Cat is doing really well and appears to [...]
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Posted in Advice on Aug 25th, 2008
Hi again. Here are some tips on how to connect with your horse on a daily basis so that you can warm up the working bond between you before you ride.
1. Before you get to the barn remember to clear you mind and make a mental outline of all the things you are going [...]
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Posted in Q&A on Jun 9th, 2008
Hi. Today’s blog post is a question from Dee in California about the difference between respect and dominance with your horse. Dee writes:
To me, as a new horse owner, there is a fine line between gaining respect and being dominant. I really don’t understand the difference. When I try to get my horse to stand [...]
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