Be a Detective: Is There a Crack in Your Horse’s Foundation?
Every time you work with your horse, you should act like a detective, trying to figure out where your horse has any holes in his foundation. One question you should ask yourself during each training session is: Is there a crack in the foundation? Invariably, as you progress your horse’s training, you’ll happen upon an […]
Spring is officially here, and if you’re like most equestrians, you’re itching to get back into a regular riding routine. We know that when you’re busy setting goals to better your horsemanship a little inspiration goes a long way in taking the first steps to turn a dream into a reality. If you find yourself […]
A month from now, horsemen from around the United States as well as Canada and France will be arriving at the ranch to start their journey in the Clinician Academy. Each of the horsemen will be bringing two of their personal horses to work with throughout the seven-week course that focuses on refining the Fundamentals […]
I have attached a photo of me with my 3-year-old mustang, Cinder, on our first and very successful trail ride (all thanks to the Method)! Not only did she take the lead and go onto and over the bridge, but I love how she took her time and stopped to calmly look around. Cinder is […]
Ensuring a foal lives up to your expectations starts by establishing the right foundation. Clinton has laid out a step-by-step guide to teaching young horses the fundamentals of a successful partnership in his Foal Training Kit. “Working with foals is one of the most rewarding experiences because they learn so quickly,” Clinton says. “The behavior […]
Find It on the No Worries Club Website: Phoenix’s Story
Clinton’s miniature horse, Phoenix, arrived at the ranch as a 2-year-old colt and over the years has amassed a tremendous fan base of his own. Learn how the plucky mini joined the Downunder Horsemanship team in a three-part series that begins with the article, “A Surprise Birth,” in the summer 2015 edition of the No […]
How can I get my stubborn Cushing’s horse to take medication?
How Can I Get My Stubborn Cushing’s Horse to Take Medication? Cushing’s disease, also known as PPID (pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction), is a progressive disorder that begins with the dysfunction of the pituitary gland. This gland, at the base of the brain, sends out a number of hormones, and a horse with Cushing’s disease […]
Before putting a bit in a colt’s mouth for the first time, desensitize him to it to take away any defensiveness he might have about the new piece of equipment. The biggest mistake people make when trying to put the bridle on for the first time is a lack of preparation. Too often, the colt […]
Titan’s very first foal was born on Saturday, March 16th. The charismatic colt is sure of himself and is already showing off his moves. He’s out of Clinton’s broodmare Miss Brim Star (aka Brimmie) and owned by the Phillips Ranch.
In two months, horse lovers in the Midwest will experience the Method up close and personal as Clinton brings his Walkabout Tour to The Pavilion at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. Highlights of the weekend include: A horse that’s never been saddled or ridden will be invited to the tour for Clinton to […]