Compassionate Horsemanship vs. Natural HorsemanshipI was interviewing for a job recently as an equine coordinator at a local barn. She asked me, "Do you use natural horsemanship?" To which I replied with an affirmative, "Yes!" I wanted to convey without so many words that I put the horse first. That I group myself with ... read more
That Mountain Horse Girl Interview
Interview with That Mountain Horse Girl I have enjoyed following along virtually with Sterre on her trail rides through the mountains of Spain. Her content has always encouraged me to listen to my horse even when they tell me no about something. I'm not so inferior to them that I want them to obey me all the time and not ... read more
2023 Summer Reading List For Horse Lovers
Summer Reading list for Horse LoversSummer is a crazy busy time, but there is always time for reading. Am I right? You can sit by the pool or in the barn and enjoy a nice iced tea with your horse. Well, maybe your horse would enjoy some alfalfa or something. However and whenever you read, here are some great books to add to ... read more
Things to do at Liberty with Your Horse
Things to do at Liberty with Your HorseYou don't have to be trained in the art of liberty to enjoy connection and trust with your horse. There are several things I do at liberty that I enjoy and require little training. The wonderful thing is "no halter needed!" I don't know, sometimes I just don't feel like catching each ... read more
Mustang Mission
A Girl on a Mission to save Wild HorsesWritten by: Erin PhillipsFrom my earliest remembrance, I have been enamored with horses. I was the typical horse-loving girl who was never satisfied with just the toys and figurines. When I was very young, my lifelong dream of owning a horse began to grow.My family and I lived in a ... read more
Allow Your Horse to Desensitize Himself
Horses are really quick learners and allowing your horse to learn things on their own without your pressure can be really beneficial. By allowing your horse to use their natural curiosity and explore their world on their terms, they will naturally desensitize themselves. This can even save you training time in the long run. ... read more
