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Category: Riding

A bay quarter horse being measure for horse bit fit wears a classic western snaffle bridle against a white barn backdrop.
How To Make Sure Your Horse's Bit Fits 
October 23, 2024
Here is a trick to fitting your horse's bit—an element that’s just as important as saddle and bridle...
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A cowboy riding a new horse for the first time leads the black gelding back into the barn
Riding a New Horse: Resist the Urge to Rush  
October 7, 2024
In those initial weeks of riding a new horse, consider important factors ranging from fitness level to...
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A row of leather western saddles for a rider who is shopping for a western saddle
Shopping for a Western Saddle: How to Find the Right Fit 
August 20, 2024
Put these tips to the test when saddle-shopping so you can find a quality saddle that fits you and your...
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A horse showing signs of pain stares and nips at his side like he has colic
Learn to Pick Up on These 6 Subtle Signs of Pain in Horses 
August 6, 2024
Some horses can be super stoic when they’re sick or injured. Don’t miss these easy-to-overlook indicators...
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two female cowgirls get ready to mount their horses and start their riding lesson in an arena in western tack.
Poll: Riding Lesson Frequency
July 31, 2024
Horseback riding lessons can help you work through training issues and develop your skills in the sa...
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A young woman warms up and cools down her palomino horse in a riding arena in the summer.
The Importance of Warming Up and Cooling Down Your Horse 
July 29, 2024
Proper warm-up and cooldown when riding help maximize your horse’s athletic potential while preventing...
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a woman in an indoor arena practices negative reinforcement horse training while exercising a horse on a longe line.
How To Train Your Horse Using Negative Reinforcement  
July 10, 2024
Learn why negative reinforcement horse training—also known as pressure and release—works and how to use...
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A young woman carry english riding tack greets her gray horse at the stall door as part of positive reinforcement horse training
How To Train Your Horse Using Positive Reinforcement 
June 13, 2024
Positive reinforcement is a low-stress training technique that can help us teach horses how to happily...
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A photo from behind of a woman riding a bay horse in english tack at the walk wondering if it's too hot to ride a horse.
How Hot Is Too Hot to Ride a Horse? 
June 12, 2024
Riding your horse in hot weather requires careful consideration of various factors to ensure both your...
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A woman rides a palomino horse in western tack across a stream on a mountain trail while learning how to cross water with a horse
Safe Passage: How To Cross Water With a Horse
June 7, 2024
If you come across a creek, stream, or river while trail riding, don’t wade blindly into unfamiliar waters—follow...
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A saddle fitter assess a saddle's fit on the back of a bay horse.
What Does a Saddle Fitter Cost? 
June 3, 2024
Learn what to expect when you hire a professional saddle fitter—from the services they provide to what...
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two young women gallop bay horses across a beach with mountains in the background during a horseback riding vacation
How To Plan a Horseback Riding Vacation
May 29, 2024
From dude ranches to personalized lesson programs, here’s how to ensure your next vacation revolves around...
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