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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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Training Tips
August 23, 2022

Training Tip: Tack Your Horse Up Without Moving Your Feet Challenge

Whoever moves first loses. That’s the number-one rule in horsemanship. Whichever horse in a herd can make all the other horses move their feet is in control.

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No Worries Club Walkabout Tours
August 23, 2022

Here We Come, Kalispell!

We’re officially on our way to the Majestic Valley Arena! Our trucks left the ranch Monday morning to begin the trek to picturesque Kalispell, Montana, where our second Walkabout Tour of the year presented by Ritchie Industries will take place this weekend. The event gets started at 9 a.m. daily with doors opening at 8 […]

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Downunder Horsemanship - General Shop Downunder Horsemanship
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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Sponsors
August 22, 2022

Relax, it’s a Ritchie, and You Could Win

  Your summer could get even more chill. Enter today for a chance to win a FREE waterer of your choice from Ritchie, the most-trusted name in automatic waterers. We’re giving away a system each month from July to September, so don’t miss out on this chance to provide your animals with a nearly effortless […]

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Training Tips
August 16, 2022

Training Tip: Advice for Dealing With a Runaway Horse

Question: My horse bolts. Anything could set him off. A bird flew out of the tree, the neighbor’s donkeys ran down the hill, or another horse in the group kicked a log. The Method reduced his bolting by 80 percent, but I still have the issue when we come upon anything that’s new or happens […]

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Method Ambassadors
August 16, 2022

Congratulations to Our Newest Colt-Starting Certified Ambassadors

Join us in congratulating our Method Ambassadors who recently earned their colt-starting certification. The four horsemen participated in a Colt Starting Clinic taught by Professional Clinician Jeff Davis and proved that they have the ability to start a horse under saddle. 2022 Colt Starting Certification: Madison Feller – Adams, Oregon Alicia Liddle – Talbott, Tennessee […]

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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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Training Tips
August 9, 2022

Training Tip: Why You Should Practice the Cowboy Curtain Obstacle With Your Horse

When thinking of obstacles to introduce to your horse so that he’s prepared to negotiate them when you’re on the trail, you’ve probably covered the obvious ones: water, bridges, hills and gullies. Most of us forget to think of passing through overhanging leaves or vines and riding through thick brush. However, if you don’t take […]

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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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