Have you struggled to build a strong bond with a horse? When I first got my horse Poncho, I had the hardest time building a bond with him. He seemed uninterested in work and unaffectionate. On top of those things, he was hard to catch and buddy sour. At times, I wasn't sure if he was the right horse for me, and I wondered ... read more
Prayers for Loss of a Loved One
Prayers for the loss of a loved oneHere are prayers specifically to help with grieving the loss of a loved one. Losing someone very close to you is one of the hardest things you'll ever go through. It takes a lot of faith and trust to make it through. God not only understands and sees our pain, he cares deeply. Use these ... read more
Groundwork for a Nervous Horse
If your horse is nervous or distracted, these groundwork exercises will help with getting your horse's attention back on you. A lot of nervousness can stem from different situations that can't be helped, such as weather- windy days or even a snap of cold can have your horse feeling his oats. Sometimes excess energy just ... read more
Interview with Braveheart Beasts
Kaleigh Marie from Braveheart Beasts, is a liberty focused trainer with a unique training background and a passion for building a strong relationship with her horses. If you see her performances, you see that connection she has with them. She puts on a breathtaking show with her beautiful steeds. Often working two or more ... read more
Riding Horses after Having a baby and More
Disclosure: None of this replaces the advice of a Doctor. Please consult your physician if you have questions about riding horses after having a baby. This is simply to share the experiences of others.So, if you've just had a baby, the big question in your mind may be when can I begin riding horses again? Or more ... read more
Christmas Traditions with Horses
Do you love Christmas traditions? Do you have any that includes your horses? Well, I love traditions old and new. We have a few that we do each year, but it is always something I look forward to and take delight in doing. The next best thing to having your own traditions is learning about other peoples. So I reached ... read more