Based in Cody, Wyoming, Method Ambassador Shelbi McNeil wants to help you and your horse improve your performance. As part of the fourth generation raised on her family ranch in Cody, Shelbi was on the back of a horse from a young age. When she was 11, she became involved with 4-H, and was active […]
To balance your horse so that both sides of his body are equally relaxed and responsive, you’ll spend two-thirds of your time working on his bad side (the side that is stiffer, pushier or more reactive), and one-third of your time working on his good side. For instance, if your horse is spookier on his […]
A truly broke horse needs equal doses of long rides, wet saddle pads and concentrated training. Clinton realizes that commitments, such as careers, family and other hobbies, limit the time a lot of people can spend working with their horses. That’s where the Academy Horse Program is a perfect solution. Clinton and his Academy students […]
Join Clinton at the Tunica Arena and Expo Center, October 16th – 18th in Tunica, Mississippi for three days of horsemanship instruction. Clinton will be teaching a Fundamentals Clinic to a group of horses and riders, helping them communicate more effectively and get results. While participants and their horses will make great progress in their […]
We’re a month away from the biggest event to ever take place in Downunder Horsemanship’s history! October 30th and 31st, the Downunder Horsemanship Ranch will be home to the Ranch Rally. Tickets are sold out, the band is booked, the food is set and Clinton is ready to inspire his most loyal fans like never […]
Liz, who resides in Saratoga, New York, was born into a family of horse lovers and grew up riding and driving her parents’ draft horses. Before long, she was given a horse of her own and actively rode English throughout her childhood, going on to compete for her college’s equestrian team. After graduating with a […]
Do you dream of owning a world-class athlete trained by a top-notch horseman? Clinton is looking for a reining enthusiast to partner with him and Bumblebee, a weanling filly by Smart And Shiney and out of Nic N Smart. The palomino filly is a fancy, smooth mover with a bold personality. Her sire, Smart And […]
Of course not! Standlee knows your horse isn’t just some animal that you look after. It’s a close companion, a helping hand, and a trusted member of your team. Whether your mare is losing her edge after long days of training barrels and needs a little extra energy, or has developed more sophisticated nutritional needs […]
Rearing is a very dangerous situation for both horse and rider, and if left uncorrected is a problem that only gets worse. Here are three tips to handle a horse that rears. #1 Go back to basics. Horses that rear can generally be put into two groups: Rearing out of fear (he’s hot and nervous […]
You’ve seen good performance horses work. They move with supreme athletic ability – sliding, turning back a cow, spinning or effortlessly executing a lead change. It’s clear they’re in the right job – they have the conformation, the bloodlines, the attitude and the training to do what’s asked of them, and they do it well. […]