TRAINING & TIPS
Checklist for a Non Pro's New Horse
June 12, 2025
⎯ By Devin Conley
Brad Barkemeyer’s Tips for the Show Pen Video Series: In this video brought to you by Absorbine, learn from professional horseman Brad Barkemeyer as he breaks down what to look for when choosing a horse...
June 3, 2025
⎯ By By Al Dunning, With Jennifer Paulson
Use the two-rein setup correctly—at home and in the show pen—to fully transition your horse to the bridle. Traditional stock horse training methods dictate that you go from the snaffle to the hackamore...
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May 19, 2025
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TRAIL RIDING
Traverse Trail Terrain with Confidence
May 2, 2025
⎯ By Ken McNabb, With Kate Bradley Byars
There’s no telling what you’ll run into on the trail, but Ken McNabb’s tips for navigating any terrain will help keep you and your horse safe.
April 7, 2025
⎯ By Horse & Rider
Read our expert advice to safely condition your horse for many happy hours on the trail.
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So your horse has OA...
June 13, 2025
⎯ By Horse & Rider
From reining and roping to trail riding and barrel racing, your horse’s joints take on a lot of stress. While it can result from an acute injury, osteoarthritis often stems from a lifetime of daily work...
Be on the lookout
June 11, 2025
⎯ By Horse & Rider
When you’re riding a horse with osteoarthritis (OA), or any arthritis or joint condition, the signs of discomfort might be subtle, but they’re important. OA is a chronic, progressive joint condition that...
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