Horse Geeks Blog
Simple lessons or info to share about horses, riding and samples of what I teach.
Don’t Pull, Don’t Push
The way we “don’t pull” and “don’t push” is by bringing our minds into the present moment, by accepting ourselves and our horses just as we are, right now.
Horses Challenge Us to Change Ourselves
“When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.” - Victor Frankl For years I have taught a concept called The Learning Frame of Mind, applying it to both horses and riders in equal measure. The Learning Frame of Mind is only a...
For Fast Acting Relief, Try Slowing Down
“For fast acting relief, try slowing down.” - Jane Wagner Today’s thought to ponder is about considering our normal level of energy compared to our horse’s normal level of energy. As a high energy person I was always attracted to hot blooded horses, but that was not...
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Applies to dogs?
I have a cold so I haven't been able to ride much this last week. I was going to read so I got Ajax (my sister's German Shepard that is staying with us for a bit) to put him on the treadmill while I sat next to him and read from my Kindle (I love that Kindle). Ajax...
Trip to Kirsten’s: Day 4: Finding the Stretch
May 2nd: The morning started off really early with a long list of things to do. Jeffra had arrived late the night before and we headed over to Quail Hollow Farm to start the day off with a session for Bree. Kirsten headed out and got Red so she could work him while...
Trip to Kirsten’s: Day 3: A Million Moving Parts
May 1st: The morning started off lazy, much to my relief (and Kirsten's, I am sure!). We didn't really get ourselves ready to get moving until 9:00 or so. Kirsten warmed Mick up so that I could get on and ride, and so I set to work trying to find the same position on...
Horse Geek Hacks
Quick videos with tips related to horse handling, care, grooming and first aid – and any other useful bits of information related to horses. I share how I do things around my barn.
Horse Geeks Podcast
Regular interviews, discussions or presentations where we look at research, books and various theories related to horses and horse training.
Horse Geeks Episode 99: Feeding Horses for Optimal Digestion
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Horse Geeks Episode 98: Why Use Groundwork With Our Horses
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Horse Geeks Episode 97: Working Through Fear Issues with Horses
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