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Clinton Anderson Clinics
March 21, 2017

Focusing on the Fundamentals in Lexington This Weekend

The Virginia Horse Center’s Reel Arena is playing host to Clinton’s Fundamentals Clinic that starts Friday, March 24th and runs through Sunday, March 26th. Clinton will welcome participants and their horses to the clinic at 9 a.m. Friday morning and then get the class started on learning and perfecting key groundwork exercises. Throughout the weekend, […]

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Clinton Anderson Clinics Downunder Horsemanship - General
March 21, 2017

A Partnership Built on Trust

In Downunder Horsemanship’s recent video release “Shana and Marty at Liberty,” Professional Clinician Shana Terry and her American Quarter Horse gelding Marty put on a stunning display of the partnership they share. Without the use of a halter or lead rope, Shana plays with Marty on an obstacle course and does tricks with him. The […]

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Clinician Method Ambassadors
March 21, 2017

It’s Easier Than Ever Before to Find Help

Looking for a knowledgeable instructor to take lessons from or an instructor certified by Clinton to train your horse? It’s now easier than ever before to find a Professional Clinician or Method Ambassador! Head over to our website and click on the “map” tab at the top of the page. You’ll be able to type […]

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Sponsors
March 21, 2017

Stop carrying the water! Classic Equine by Ritchie has the automatic waterer solution you need.

The Classic Equine line of Ritchie waterers consists of four models to accommodate all horse owners’ needs. The AutoFount Single provides automatic access for up to 20 head. Our “worry free” float system ensures quick refills and years of trouble-free service. Made of heavy-duty polyethylene that won’t dent or rust, the AUTOFOUNT can stand up […]

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Walkabout Tours
March 14, 2017

Training Tip: Help for a Horse That Races Down the Trail

The biggest mistake you can make with a horse that’s using the reactive side of his brain and trying to race ahead on the trail is to pull back on the reins and say, “Don’t race!” It’d be like pulling back on a racehorse; the more you say, “Don’t go! Don’t go!” the more he’s […]

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Downunder Horsemanship - General
March 14, 2017

A Partnership That Inspires

At Downunder Horsemanship, our core purpose is to inspire the dreams of horsemen, and there’s nothing more impressive than watching a great horse-human partnership in action. Professional Clinician Shana Terry shares an incredible bond with her horse Marty, all thanks to the Method. Watch what happens when Shana brings Marty to the obstacle course and […]

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Clinton Anderson Clinics Downunder Horsemanship - General
March 14, 2017

Don’t Overlook This Key Exercise

One of the most important exercises you can teach your horse is how to back up. The better you can get a horse to back up, the more respectful and responsive he will be in everything else that you ask him to do. A good backup is the foundation of the stop as well as […]

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Clinician
March 14, 2017

Congratulations, Faith Stevenson!

We’re sending out a big “job well done” to Faith Stevenson, our newest Certified Clinician. Faith hails from Hobson, Montana and is a lifelong horsewoman. As a clinician, Faith is certified to teach the Fundamentals level of the Method as well as Colt Starting.

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Sponsors
March 14, 2017

Misconceptions in Selecting Forage for Horses – Forage Type

Dr. Stephen Duren, Performance Horse Nutrition and Standlee Premium Western Forage® Nutritional Consultants Forage in the form of hay or pasture is the primary ingredient in the diet for most horses. Horses can consume many different varieties of high-quality forage, both alfalfa and grasses, without digestive upset, provided the horse is properly adapted to the […]

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Training Tips
March 7, 2017

Training Tip: Teaching a Horse to Back Up Under Saddle

When I introduce backing up to a horse, I always start by yielding the horse’s hindquarters first and then asking the horse to back up a step. By yielding the horse’s hindquarters, you’re putting energy in his feet and then just redirecting it backwards. Think about it like this – what’s the hardest part about […]

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