Question: I recently weaned my filly, and she did well. She’s been moved from a pasture with other young horses into a stall in the barn, and she’s started doing something that concerns me. Whenever the horse stalled next to her is taken out of his stall, she paws the ground and paces around in […]
There’s nothing better than working with a foal and watching him mature and grow into himself. Clinton is often asked how he progresses a young horse’s training, from imprinting to starting the horse under saddle. Here’s his rule of thumb: From the time your foal is born until you wean him at 4 to 6 […]
A French Canadian, Karen grew up in Quebec, where she explored trails on horseback and, as a teenager, took English riding lessons. After establishing a career in massage therapy and opening two clinics that specialize in treating muscle and joint issues, Karen was able to get her first horse by the time she was 30. […]
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Training Tip: Horse Runs Backwards When Doing the Sending Exercise
Question: My horse has gotten into the habit of running backwards as soon as she passes by me and yields her hindquarters while doing the Sending Exercise. How do I fix this? – maxcarp Clinton’s Answer: When she runs backwards, go with her. Point up in the air in the direction you want her to […]
When you meet a horse owner who is struggling with their horsemanship and looking for help, we know that you’re quick to share the success you’ve had with the Method. More times than not, your conversation leads to encouraging the other horseman to join the No Worries Club. Clinton recognizes the effort you make to […]
Question: Do you ever use draw reins on your performance horses? I’ve seen them used a few times at my barn, and would like to hear your opinion. – sarahdtjt Clinton’s Answer: I don’t use draw reins often, but I do use them from time to time. When I do use them, it’s generally in […]
Possible Participation Spots Opening in 2021 Clinician Academy
Our team is busying preparing for the 2021 Clinician Academy, which will be held May 3rd thru June 18th at the Downunder Horsemanship Ranch in Farmington, Arkansas. The 2021 class will be the first Academy held at the new ranch and will feature a more intimate, hands-on experience for students. The class is limited to […]
If you’re looking to impress your significant other on Valentine’s Day, give them a gift card to the Downunder Horsemanship e-store. They’ll be able to pick out the perfect gift for them and their horse. Gift cards can be used towards all of our products and No Worries Club memberships. Our gift cards are available […]
Training Guide to Safely Ride Your Horse in a Group
While you are training your trail horse, Clinton recommends to ride the horse outside the arena by yourself. That way it is just the two of you concentrating on the training sessions. “There are already going to be a lot of distractions for your horse when you first take him outside the arena, he doesn’t […]