by Lacy Hawkins | Feb 21, 2020
Horses are delicate creatures that respond to subtle body language and movement much more than other animals. Understanding the message you convey through your body movements is essential to having a good relationship with your horse. Read on to find out how you can...
by Lacy Hawkins | Feb 19, 2020
When people think about Western-style horseback riding, they often think of cowboys, and by extension, Western movies. Naturally, people assume that directors of Westerns have done their due diligence and are providing accurate information about horseback, especially...
by Lacy Hawkins | Feb 4, 2020
What determines your choice for a bit or bitless bridle? Well, it depends on a various amount of factors. This includes but is not limited to, style of riding, horse breed, skill level of the rider, level of your horse’s training, and how much money you can put into...
by Lacy Hawkins | Feb 2, 2020
Ask someone who is unfamiliar with the equine field what words they most closely relate to horses – you’ll probably hear a chorus of “spurs,” “bits,” and “blinders” intertwined with the most common answer: saddles. To some, a saddle is a saddle, but those people...
by Lacy Hawkins | Jan 31, 2020
Horses are one of the most multifaceted domestic animals in the world; they can be found everywhere from race tracks and equestrian courses to farm fields and riding clubs. However, despite their prominence, their origin as a tamed species remains the topic of...
by Lacy Hawkins | Jan 28, 2020
Animal domestication has been present for thousands of years, but few animals have provided as much value as the horse. The horse has given humans an unparalleled and unique freedom that only mechanical inventions have outmatched. Let’s take a look at the various...
