Dominant Horses by Don JessopToday, a student asked me about her horse that pushes the others around in the field. She said he reminds her of a bowling ball, knocking…1d ago1d ago
Horse Training by Don JessopSome folks talk about sending a horse to a trainer like it’s a one-and-done process like they’re picking up dry cleaning. “Yep, got him…Mar 25Mar 25
Why Short Lessons Work Best for Horse Training by Don Jessop5 Reasons Horses actually learn more effectively through short, focused lessons. Here’s why:Mar 18Mar 18
Overcooked, undercooked by Don JessopWhen you work with a horse to accomplish a task, it’s easy to focus for too long, causing the horse to burn out — frying the circuits, so…Feb 17Feb 17
What Makes a Horseman?The first time I learned that a “horseman” was more than just a man who rides horses was from Pat Parelli. He quantified the term as the…Feb 11Feb 11
To Blanket or Not to Blanket: What’s Best for Your Horse?A well debated topic among horse owners is whether or not to blanket our horses during colder months or at all. It may seem like a simple…Jan 28Jan 28
Stay passionate!You didn’t get into horses to stay safe. We need safety, yeah? But you got into horses because they are EXCITING! Horses connect us to the…Jan 21Jan 21
Grateful and ExcitedAs I sit here typing about horses and the people that love them, I can’t help the flood of memories of my own beginning and how grateful I…Jan 14Jan 14
Afraid to mess up your horse?I know the feeling. Being afraid to mess up your progress with your horse because you’re unsure your technique is the “right one” is one of…Jan 7Jan 7