When it comes to any person or animal, trust is key. Gaining a horse’s trust can be hard work, but learning how to get a horse to trust you will give your horse confidence and will help you to build that all important relationship with him.
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Trying to get a horse to come to you can be one of the most frustrating things when you’re ready to go for a ride. Below is a guide that will help you learn how to get a horse to come to you.
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Western horseback riding is a riding style that has developed on the ranches in North America. Western horseback riding and English horseback riding are extremely similar in that the primary skills are much the same. If you are skilled in one of the styles, you will have many skills for the other style. To read more check out Part 1 of this series.
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Cross country horse riding is a sport that is sometimes called “Hunter Trials” or “XC”. Cross country horse riding requires the horse and rider to endure a really long course that has jumps and it has different obstacles that promote speed riding all across the countryside.
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While the equestrian sport has been around for, literally, centuries, very few famous horse riders have become household names. But those that have, are famous for their exceptional skill and devotion to their sport.
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Step one of riding is figuring out how to get on a horse! Once you’ve got the hang of it, it will be easy but the first few times it will seem daunting.
Make sure you have your instructor or another experienced rider with you to help you and give you tips (and a boost if need be!).
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You desperately want a horse and are ready to welcome it into your life – but first, how to get a horse? There are few different options to consider – each with pros and cons. Whether you are considering leasing, buying, or adopting your new best friend, read over the pros and cons and talk to professional trainers and other horse experts for the best advice.
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Learning how to ride a horse can seem so overwhelming when you are just starting to learn. But, if you take it step-by-step, it makes things so much easier. Below you will find a guide on how to learn horse riding that walks you through all aspects of learning to ride a horse, including the best clothes to wear.
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How much hay to feed a horse depends on a few things. First, you need to know which type of hay to feed your horse. Once you know this then you can figure out how much hay to feed a horse.
Oat, grass, and alfalfa hay all have certain pros and cons. You need to learn your horse and the pros and cons of the different types of hay to know what is best for your horse.
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Making your horse look beautiful and amazing is not the only reason for grooming him. There are many more benefits to it than that.
Beginners may know that the horse needs to be brushed but they don’t know how to groom a horse or the necessary reasons for it. Find out how!
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