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Training Tips
August 3, 2021

Training Tip: Help for a Horse That Drags Her Feet

Question: I have an 8-year-old Quarter Horse mare that barely moves. She is cutting bred and is very athletic, but she drags her hind feet and if I’m not constantly pushing her on, she walks and trots at a turtle’s pace and will break down to the trot from the canter. I try to use […]

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No Worries Club
August 3, 2021

First Saddling Featured in the August NWC Video

The August No Worries Club digital download spotlights the second day of the 2020 Colt Starting Clinic taught by Professional Clinician Jeff Davis. Day two of the clinic is a huge milestone in a horse’s career as it’s the day the colts get saddled for the first time. How the first saddling goes – whether […]

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Downunder Horsemanship App
August 3, 2021

Take the Training Videos Into the Arena

Ever wish you had Clinton’s advice and troubleshooting tips in the arena with you as you’re working your horse? If so, you’re not alone. With the Downunder Horsemanship app and digital training kits, it’s easier than ever before to bring Clinton and the Method into the arena with you! “It is easier to find exactly […]

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Method Ambassadors
August 3, 2021

Meet Method Ambassador Rachel Westran

Rachel was 3 when her mom bought her Star, a beautiful Arabian who sparked a lifelong passion for horses in the young girl. Rachel immediately fell in love with the gelding and grew up riding him around her mom’s place in Colorado. She participated in 4-H as a youth and competed in gymkhanas and barrel […]

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Training Tips
July 27, 2021

Training Tip: Don’t Underestimate the Power of Rest

Where you rest a horse is literally where you’re telling him to be. Resting is a complete release of pressure. We train horses by applying pressure and then releasing pressure when they do the right thing.

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Downunder Horsemanship - General No Worries Club
July 27, 2021

No Worries Club Summer Signup Special

The summer heat is cranking up and we’ve got a sizzling special on the No Worries Club to help you reach your horsemanship goals. Between now and Friday, July 30th, when you become a No Worries Club member, you’ll receive a free gift! All new premium No Worries Club members will get a halter and […]

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Method Ambassadors
July 27, 2021

Meet Method Ambassador Wade Wickman

When Wade and his wife Debbie bought their first horse, the couple had no previous horsemanship experience. Debbie had always loved horses and the couple was at the right point in their lives to make good on her childhood dream of owning a horse of her own. Catalina, the horse Wade purchased for Debbie, wasn’t […]

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Sponsors
July 27, 2021

Planning Tips & Common Mistakes When Considering an Automatic Waterer

By Ritchie Industries Automatic Waterers Summertime and early fall are great times to plan for and install automatic waterers in the paddock, stall or pasture. Automatic waterers keep the water fresh, clean and at a temperature that is appealing to your horse throughout all seasons. On average, a horse drinks eight to 12 gallons of […]

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Training Tips
July 20, 2021

Training Tip: Q&A With Clinton: Ground Tying

Question: I solved my gelding’s old habit of occasionally pulling back by using the Aussie Tie Ring, completing the Fundamentals, starting on the Intermediate, as well as hobble training him. Now I’m interested in advancing his ground-tying skills. I’ve started slowly adding it to our routine as best I can. Where can I find info […]

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Method Ambassadors
July 20, 2021

Meet Our 2021 Method Ambassadors

Eight horsemen earned their Method Ambassador certification this summer. They’re a great addition to our team and can help you achieve your horsemanship goals. The horsemen are certified to teach the Fundamentals level of the Method and offer public clinics and private lessons and accept horses for training. Learn more about each of the outstanding […]

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