Cow Horse

Know when you can legally quit working a cow during herd work.

Trying a new skill with your horse can make you feel like a rookie. But the risk can pay big dividends in enhancing your horse life and horsemanship.

Brad Barkemeyer explains the basics of herd work in a working cow horse class and how to successfully work a cow in it.

Are you using your mecate reins properly? Brad shows you the basics.

The first time Carol Rose saw Shining Spark in action, she knew he was meant for great things.

Getting too far back in the spin causes a horse to get stuck. Brad shows you how to clean up this maneuver.

Learn how to cue your horse for the turnaround.

The first few steps of the turn are the most important.

Brad Barkemeyer shows you the beginning steps to teaching your horse how to turn around.

Learn a little more about herd work from world champion trainer Brad Barkemeyer.

Today kicks off day ONE of the 12 Days of Horse&Rider OnDemand.

See if you're adjusting your snaffle bit properly.

The Arizona Fall Championship is bigger and better than ever. Here’s what you should know about the event.

Brad Barkemeyer explains cow horse bit progression.

In this final video of the series, Brad Barkemeyer explains the spade bit.

Brad Barkemeyer explains romal reins in this week’s bit progression video.

Brad Barkemeyer goes over the next step of cow horse bit progression and covers the two rein this week.

The next video in this series covers the shank bit, and when to introduce it into your riding routine.

Get to know the editors of Horse&Rider and co-hosts of The Ride podcast in this unique episode of The Ride.

Struggle with lead departures? Brad Barkemeyer is here to help.

Whether you’re a beginner at fencework or need to school a chargey cow horse, this exercise from NRCHA professional Brad Barkemeyer is safe and efficient.

Knowing where your markers are within a pattern is extremely important. Brad Barkemeyer breaks down how you can practice this at home.