Wednesday, January 7, 2009
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JANUARY ONLINE EXTRAS
> Visit Juli Thorson's Horse Talk Blog

> Book Excerpt: Recognizing Saddle Problems
What are the signs of pain caused by the saddle? A horse's physical symptoms, behavior problems, and performance issues can all give clues. Excerpted from The Western Horse's Pain-Free Back and Saddle-Fit Book.
> Flex Your Horse's Neck from the Ground
Teach your horse to flex through his neck from the ground and reap a cornucopia of benefits. By Clinton Anderson with Jennifer Forsberg Meyer for Horse & Rider magazine.
> How to Take a Good Conformation Clinic Photo
Keep these dos and don'ts in mind when photographing your horse for Horse & Rider's Conformation Clinic, and up your chances at seeing him in the pages of the magazine!
> How to Submit Your Photo to Al Dunning's 'How's My Riding?'
Learn how to submit your photo for a chance to be featured in Al Dunning's monthly "How's My Riding?" department in Horse & Rider magazine.
> Have More Fun With Your Horse
In January 2009's Horse & Rider, we gave you over 25 great ideas on how to enjoy your horse on a budget. Here are the resources we promised in that article.
> Video: Extreme Mustang Makeover Freestyle
Trainer Dan Keen combines both English and Western methods to bring out the best in his horses--including a mustang in the 2008 Extreme Mustang Makeover. From the editors of Dressage Today magazine.
> Horse & Rider Mail Call Online
Each month, Horse & Rider readers voice their opinions about editorial content, industry issues and topics touching on their horse life. Here's a sampling of letters we received this month in response to fear, unwanted horses, changing horses' names and more.

IN JANUARY'S ISSUE
Coming Next Month
  • How to Offer Positive Reinforcement
  • How Breeding Decisions & Practices have Changed
  • Elements of a Halter Win
  • In Your Area: Sacramento
  • Outfitting the Barrel Horse

Enjoy Your Horse! (On a Budget)
Tightened your belt, but still hungry for fun? Check out these appealing, affordable horsey activities.

The Buck Stops Here
Learn why your horse bucks--and how to put an end to it--from clinician and trainer Dan Keen.

Pole Power--Let's Jog!
Part 2: Use ground poles to improve your horse's movement, plus your own balance and control.

Frugal Fix-Ups for Your Barn
Who says work-area solutions have to cost a bundle? These fixes are about ingenuity--not big bucks.

Test Your Ethical IQ
Black, white or gray? Take our quiz to discover where you stand on real-world equine ethical dilemmas.

Big Things & Little
Looking for New Year's inspiration? Our editors share their own horse-life goals, large and small.

Clinton Anderson's Do-It-Yourself Training: Flex Time
Here's your blueprint for creating a horse that's safe and fun to ride. Part 1: Flexing the neck.

Winning Ways: Curb-Strap Fit
A curb strap works together with your horse's bit. Here's how to make sure it's adjusted properly.

Ask Team Horse & Rider
Andrea Simons shows you how to make a great first impression in a horsemanship class.

Discover horse handling secrets from the pros!
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