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Training Tips
October 12, 2021

Training Tip: Don’t Create a Cinchy-Horse Problem

If thought isn’t given to how you do the cinch up, you can teach a horse to be “cinchy.” 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 […]

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Walkabout Tours
October 12, 2021

2021 Walkabout Tour is One Month Away

The countdown is on until we head southwest for our Texas Walkabout Tour presented by Ritchie Industries! A month from now, our setup crew and trucks will be en route to the Dripping Springs Ranch Park to begin preparing the facility for the two-day event. Located in Dripping Springs, Texas, the facility sits just outside […]

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Shop Downunder Horsemanship
October 12, 2021

Downunder Horsemanship Camping Mugs

Enjoy some quality time around the fire on your next camping trip or outdoor event with our brand-new camping mugs. The 10-ounce, double-walled mugs are made of stainless steel and feature fold-able carabiner clips. The mugs’ insulation maintains the temperature of your favorite beverage and their rolled rim edges make for a comfortable sipping experience. […]

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Downunder Horsemanship - General Training Tips
October 12, 2021

Training Guide: Safely Introduce Your Horse to Being Bathed

Building a horse’s confidence about standing quietly while you bath him requires a step-by-step approach and patience. Water is scary to horses because not only does it move, but it also makes a noise when it’s sprayed on the horse’s body. Add to that the sensation the horse feels when the water hits his body, […]

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Training Tips
October 5, 2021

Training Tip: The Rule of Three When Saddling Your Horse

Properly tightening the cinch on your saddle ensures your horse’s wellbeing is taken into consideration, you’re not putting yourself in a dangerous situation and you’re not causing behavioral problems in your horse. While there’s no universal rule for how tight the cinch should be, it should be tightened in three stages. When I first saddle […]

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Clinton Anderson Downunder Horsemanship - General
October 5, 2021

Thank You, Open House Attendees!

We can’t thank everyone who attended the Open House on Saturday enough for their enthusiasm and well wishes! It was a day packed full of sharing the Method and exploring Clinton’s new facility. As soon as the gates opened at 11 a.m., people started crawling all over the new barn.

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No Worries Club
October 5, 2021

Fall Journal Out for No Worries Club Members

The fall issue of our quarterly No Worries Club magazine features our 2021 Method Ambassadors. You’ll get to learn all about the newest members of our team as well as read their thoughts about the intense course. Clinton shares in-depth training advice about how to introduce a young horse to standing quietly while tied up, […]

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Academy Method Ambassadors
October 5, 2021

Turn Your Passion Into a Profession

Are you passionate about the Method and helping others learn horsemanship? A career as a Method Ambassador may be for you! Our Method Ambassadors spend seven weeks at the Downunder Horsemanship Ranch refining their understanding and application of the Fundamentals level of the Method. After passing a written and practical test, participants are certified to […]

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Training Tips
September 28, 2021

Training Tip: Find an Experienced Horseman to Ride Your Inexperienced Horse

If you have an inexperienced horse and need to put miles under his feet and don’t feel as if you have the confidence or ability to get the job done, have an experienced rider take him out the first few times. Then, when the horse is confident on the trail, you can get in the […]

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Clinton Anderson Downunder Horsemanship - General
September 28, 2021

Ranch Gates Opening to the Public This Saturday

Clinton’s opening the gates to his private training facility this Saturday for our Open House! We can’t wait to visit with old friends and meet new horse lovers. We have a full day of learning and fun planned, including two horse training demonstrations, a tour of the facility, and capping the day off with a […]

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