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October 11, 2022

“In It To Win It” T-Shirt Profits to be Donated to the NBCF

During the month of October, Clinton is donating 100 percent of the profits raised from our new “In It To Win It” Pink Ribbon Roo t-shirts to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The NBCF was founded in 1991 and strives to help those affected by breast cancer through early detection, education and support services. The […]

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Downunder Horsemanship - General Training Tips
September 13, 2022

Learn How to Handle a Horse That Stops and Rolls on the Ground During a Ride

A horse that lies down and rolls while you’re riding him is very dangerous. “If you’re not quick enough to get out of the saddle, he can crush you and seriously injure you,” Clinton warns. Horses most often lie down during rides when they get hot and sweaty and want to roll in the sand […]

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Downunder Horsemanship - General Training Tips
August 30, 2022

Training Guide: Attitude Adjustment for Cranky Horses

Horses that misbehave in group situations are a hazard to themselves and others. More than likely, you’ve been on a trail ride with a pinny-eared horse that snakes his head around to bite others or tries to lash out with his hind legs. One ill-mannered horse can disrupt an otherwise enjoyable ride and create a […]

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August 23, 2022

Choosing the Best Saddle Pad for You and Your Horse

When Clinton established his first training barn in Australia after finishing his apprenticeships with Gordon McKinlay and Ian Francis, he took in a variety of horses. He quickly became frustrated with dry spots appearing on the horses’ backs after training sessions, which, in some cases, led to soreness issues. He determined the cause was poorly […]

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Downunder Horsemanship - General Walkabout Tours
August 16, 2022

Demo Roundpen Special at the Kalispell, MT Walkabout Tour

Horsemen attending the Walkabout Tour taking place at the Majestic Valley Arena, August 27th and 28th, have an opportunity to score a great deal on the Behlen Roundpen Clinton will use during the event. The roundpen is available for purchase now and will need to be picked up at the tour. Built to Clinton’s personal […]

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Downunder Horsemanship - General Training Tips
August 9, 2022

Help for Cinchy and Cold-Backed Horses

A “cinchy” or “cold-backed” horse has a tendency to overreact and possibly buck when pressure is applied around his belly or flank area. It’s normal for a horse to feel reactive whenever this area is squeezed tightly. Horses hate tight, narrow spaces or feeling claustrophobic, so when you wrap a rope or girth around a […]

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August 9, 2022

Clinton Films the First Episode of His Upcoming Podcast

Over the past year, based off the feedback he’s received from you and professionals in the western performance horse industry, Clinton has been researching and making plans to host his own podcast. On Thursday, he filmed the first episode of Uncut & Real Raw With Clinton Anderson. The episode features Chance Conrado of The Gauge […]

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Downunder Horsemanship - General Method Ambassadors
August 2, 2022

Colt Starting Certification Clinic Underway

On Sunday, Method Ambassadors looking to earn certification to start colts for the public arrived at the Downunder Horsemanship Ranch in Farmington, Arkansas. The 10 horsemen will spend 11 days learning from Professional Clinician Jeff Davis to hone their colt-starting skills and be evaluated. The clinic got started on Monday and will continue through August […]

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Downunder Horsemanship - General No Worries Club Training Tips
July 19, 2022

Tips for Safely Weaning Foals

While weaning can be stressful for young horses and their dams, if you take time to prepare the foal and mare, you can ensure that the experience goes as smoothly as possible. “When I was breeding mares and raising foals, we always worked with the foals on a daily basis, teaching them the Fundamentals level […]

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Downunder Horsemanship - General No Worries Club
July 12, 2022

Everything You Need to Know About Teaching Your Horse Lead Changes

If you’ve ever wondered: How do I get my horse to take the correct lead? What exercises can I do to improve my horse’s canter? What is the best way to ask for a canter departure?

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