August brought a mix of new discoveries and a gentle shift in focus. We learned some fun tricks that I’m excited to share, but this month also marks a pause for Trick Tuesday. After 24 straight weeks of working on something new, I realized we’d been so focused on tricks that it was time to step back and nurture our ... read more
My ABC Book of Horses
A Poetic Ride through the Alphabet It all began early in 2024 when I started writing a story that rhymed, trying to incorporate each letter of the alphabet about horses. I’m sure I was inspired by the many alphabet books I’d been reading to my children at the time. I shared the story with a few family members, who ... read more
Trick Tuesday – Month of July
Matthias nailed some amazing new tricks this month, and I’m so excited to show you! Don’t miss the video at the bottom of the post—it’s full of fun moments. The Rear I thought this trick would be both fun and impressive. However, it has surprisingly become my least favorite. Matthias, always eager to perform, began ... read more
Trick Tuesday – Month of June
Hi friend!For the past 14 weeks, I’ve been teaching my horse Matthias a new trick each week — it’s been such a fun and rewarding journey. Every Tuesday, I share a quick video update over my Facebook page and tagging Anna Roan Ministries as part of what I call “Trick Tuesday.” Now, I’m excited to start posting monthly ... read more
Taking the Confusion Out of Bits
There are so many different types of bits available that it can quickly become overwhelming—especially if you're unsure what your horse needs or what you're looking for. In this post, we’ll cover the main types of bits, their parts, common uses, and best practices—including how to ensure a proper fit. It’s much less ... read more
Ground Manners for Horses
How are your horse's ground manners? Are they respectful of your space? Do they back easily? Can you move their body parts independently? Can you easily halter and bridle your horse? These all sound simple and they should be. But often we aren't picky enough with our horses and we allow them to be pushy or lack of a better ... read more
