Do the Mash This Winter to Increase Water Consumption
By Ritchie Industries Did you know that horses have the smallest stomach in relation to body size of all domestic animals? Their stomachs can only hold two to three gallons of food and water at a time. Throughout their day, the average horse will need to consume six to 10 gallons of water. Researchers have […]
The main thing to understand when dealing with a problem horse is that if you want your horse’s behavior to change, you have to be willing to change the way you interact with him. You also have to be willing to put in the time necessary to work with him. People ask me all the […]
Looking for the perfect gift for a fellow Method lover or just want to treat yourself? This week’s holiday special is for you! Now through Sunday, December 13th, when you purchase a stick and string, you’ll receive a free book! Special for Kids: Purchase a Kid Handy Stick and Aussie String, get a FREE Downunder […]
Problem Solving: Learn How to Put Fear in Its Place
Many horsemen find their way to the Method because they’re trying to solve a horse-training problem or they’re searching for a way to gain confidence in the saddle. When it comes to shaken confidence, more times than not, the issue is cantering their horses. “Cantering, to someone who does a lot of it, is as […]
By Dr. Stephen Duren, Performance Horse Nutrition and Standlee Premium Western Forage® Nutritional Consultant Horses rely on fiber (hay, pasture, forage pellets and forage cubes) to provide most of their nutrition. Their digestive system is filled with billions of naturally occurring beneficial bacteria and protozoa. These microbes ferment plant fiber and produce energy and other […]
Training Tip: Look for Your Horse to Improve a Little Every Day
When you’re working with your horse, remember that you’re not trying to perfect every single lesson every day; you’re just trying to improve each one a little bit. If the horse is doing better today than yesterday, quit – you’ve done your job. It’s time to move on to a new exercise. The worst thing […]
This month’s No Worries Club video is the final installment of the Academy Horse Training Diary series. You’ve followed along as Clinton has explained why the program was created, how horses were selected for the program, and every detail of the daily training diary. Part three of the series picks up on training day 21. […]
Looking for a Trainer? Trust Our Clinicians and Ambassadors
Downunder Horsemanship offers a beyond-compare training program for problem horses, colts that need started under saddle and older horses needing a tune up. Our Professional Clinicians and Method Ambassadors train horses for the public when they’re off the road from teaching lessons and clinics. While Method Ambassadors specialize in taking the horses through the Fundamentals […]
Refer a Friend to the NWC and Earn Double the Rewards
We’re in the spirit of giving and love the passion you have for the Method, so throughout the entire month of December, when members refer their friends to join the No Worries Club, we’re doubling their reward! Instead of earning a $30 coupon to the Downunder Horsemanship e-store, members will earn a $60 coupon for […]