NEWS & EVENTS
TRAINING & TIPS
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DIY
No Trainer? No Problem.
Four do-it-yourself non-pros share how they balance work, budgets, and barn time—and still find success in the show pen.
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A Must-Try Drill
Essential Body Control Exercises Every Rider Should Use
Body control is an essential skill for every rider. The more you can influence your horse’s movements, the greater overall control you’ll have. That control gives you the tools you need to handle challenges,...
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Tips for the Sliding Stop
Basics of the Rundown
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Show Tips
What Judges Want to See in Ranch Riding 
Rate Down Drill
Shadow Sorting Success
Master the Rate Down Drill & Shadow Sorting for Ranch Sorting Success 
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Front End Pain Relief
Jim Masterson's Tips to Relieve Front End Tension
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TRAIL RIDING
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Trail Riding Fitness
Learn how your riding fitness affects your trail ride, and what you can do to make your horse’s job easier.
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Traverse Trail Terrain with Confidence
Techniques for the Trail
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. 
HORSE HEALTH
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DEEP BREATH
Winter Cough in Horses: Management, Treatment, and Prevention
Find out what triggers winter respiratory issues and how to manage dust, airflow, and inflammation effectively.
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Put Your Skills to the Test!
Conformation Clinic: Ranch Sorting Geldings
Evaluate and place these ranch sorting geldings. Then see how your choices compare to our expert judge’s.
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HORSEKEEPING
Rehabbing a Foundered Horse
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MYTH BUSTERS
5 Horse-Care Myths Veterinarians Want You to Stop Following
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Conformation Clinic
Conformation Clinic: 2-Year-Old Reining Mares
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Joint Care Must-Knows
Proactive Joint Support: Keeping Your Horse Sound for the Long Haul
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