A well-trained horse stands quietly while you get in the saddle and waits for your cue to move off once you’re ready to head down the trail. A horse that fidgets, dances around and refuses to stand still when you mount up is not only frustrating but dangerous. In the training guide, “Stand Still for […]
There are two categories of respect: a safety category and a learning category. The safety category teaches you how to establish your personal space, which will keep you safe. The learning category is about how to earn the horse’s respect in order for him to learn what you’re teaching him. Before you can start to […]
Six More Days of Spectacular Savings With Our 12 Days of Christmas Sale
Since we’ve started our 12 Days of Christmas Sale, you’ve been busy shoppers! The savings keep rolling through Sunday, December 12th. Here’s what’s coming up: December 7th: Saddle Accessory Day December 8th: Trick Day December 9th: No Worries Club Day December 10th: Stocking Stuffer Day December 11th: Gift Card Day December 12TH : Barn Buddy […]
Learn the Ins and Outs of Training Buffalo in the December NWC Video
Clinton is always looking for ways to make improvements to his training program to help his horses make better progress. That’s why he decided to incorporate buffalo into his reined cow horse program. Unlike cattle that tire out quickly and get numb to the routine, buffalo have a lot of stamina and can be used […]
In the spring of 2013, Clinton and his production crew headed to the Australian Outback to meet Ian Conway and help him deal with a brumby stallion that was creating havoc on his station. Working with local stockmen and brumby experts, Clinton was able to round the 10-year-old stallion up, train him and hand him […]
Training Tip: How to Stop a Horse From Putting His Tongue Over the Bit
Question: I have a 3-year-old Quarter Horse gelding that I bought just over six months ago. He was already “broke” when I got him, but I immediately started him on the Fundamentals. He had (and still has) a very bad habit of getting his tongue over the bit, and I don’t know how to break […]
‘Tis the season of giving and when it comes to making sure you have great deals on our training equipment, apparel and resources, we’re keeping the savings coming. Starting Wednesday, December 1st, we’re rolling out our 12 Days of Christmas Sale. Each day from December 1st through the 12th, we’ll be offering fun deals on […]
If your horse cops an attitude when you come near his stall, it’s time for an attitude adjustment. While pinny ears and cranky expressions are harmless in themselves, they lead to bigger, dangerous issues such as biting and kicking. Cranky, disrespectful behavior can lead to terrifying situations when trapped in a small space with a […]
One Participant Spot Remaining in the 2023 Clinician Academy
We’re down to the very last opening in the 2023 Clinician Academy. Nine students have already claimed their spots in the seven-week course that offers horsemen who are passionate about the Method a shot at a dream career. The Academy takes place in Farmington, Arkansas, where participants fine-tune their understanding of the Fundamentals level of […]
Thanks to a big Black Friday Sale, our warehouse is moving non-stop to the tune of squeaky shipping tape as we stack box after box full of product. Our small team has been all hands-on deck to get Black Friday orders out the door and en route to you. Thank you to everyone who took […]