Pat Parelli says that it’s more effective to use Retreat and Approach with skeptical horses than the familiar Approach and Retreat. If you watch Pat when he gets an unconfident horse at one of the Tour Stops, he will often … Continue reading →
How would you like to learn a no stress way to teach your horse to spin? Even if you never plan to enter a reining competition, this is a fun exercise that is actually beneficial for your horse, no matter … Continue reading →
“What do you have when you take off the lead rope? — The Truth!!” — Pat Parelli Liberty teaches you “when to be”, “where to be”, “why to be” and “what to do when you get there”. Often, we don’t … Continue reading →
Can you bridle your horse from the horse’s back? Will your horse be a willing Partner and help you in the process? And why would you want to do such a silly thing? My teacher, Pat Parelli, believes that learning … Continue reading →
I love it when my horse acts like a Partner and automatically comes over to pick me up from the fence or a mounting block. It's much safer when it's their idea. They are more likely to stand quietly as … Continue reading →
In this week's trail safety video, I'll demonstrate some scenarios that you might encounter on the trail and offer some suggestions that will help keep you and your horse safer while enjoying the great outdoors! Scenario #1 – Sometimes we … Continue reading →
I like to use my Carrot Stick to motivate my horse to move his rear end and front end for Indirect and Direct Rein turns. Sometimes, they get a little lazy about responding to your seat, leg and rein. Following … Continue reading →
In January/February, I had the pleasure of riding with Linda Parelli for five weeks. One of the many highlights of my time with her was getting to take a lesson on her beautiful Oldenburg, Hot Jazz. Annie and Stetson made … Continue reading →
Do you ever get your Carrot Stick and Savvy String tangled in your rope when playing with the Circle Game or the Falling Leaf Game? Does your horse ever cut in so close you feel you are being side-swiped? Falling … Continue reading →
New Parelli Clinics Offered – Now Certified To Teach Game Of Contact! Just got the word from Linda Parelli…I am OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED TO TEACH GAME OF CONTACT and ADVANCED GAME OF CONTACT!!!!!!!! I am beyond thrilled! There are currently only … Continue reading →