The Pros and Cons of Lunging
The Pros and Cons of Lunging
By Charles Wilhelm
I’ve seen too many people over the years get hurt because they just mounted without getting the...
Can all horses be trained?
Can all horses be trained?
For over 30 years now I have specialized in working with problem horses and starting colts. I do have horses...
Working With Horses is a Mental Game
Working With Horses is a Mental Game
By Charles Wilhelm
After spending a good deal of time in the last few years working with beginning...
Welcome to Trainer’s Articles!
Welcome to the Trainer's Articles section where you will find articles by Charles Wilhelm about many different training issues or problems. Wilhelm is famous...
Accepting Bad Behavior
Accepting Bad Behavior
By Charles Wilhelm
I remember growing up and hearing that we must use light hands and not pull on our horses. However, when...
Round Pen Training
There has been a lot of recent discussion on Facebook about the use of a round pen. Several well-known trainers say that round pen...
Versatility and Cross Training
Versatility and Cross Training
By Charles Wilhelm
A horse that is versatile can do a variety of things. It does not have to be really good...
More on Western Dressage
More on Western Dressage
By Charles Wilhelm
There has been a lot of discussion in the media about western or cowboy dressage. I have also seen...
What is a Clinician and What Qualifies a Person to be a Clinician?
What is a Clinician and What Qualifies a Person to be a Clinician?
-By Charles Wilhelm-
A clinician is an individual who works with a horse...
When to Transition to a Bridle
When to Transition to a Bridle
A snaffle bit is a great educational tool and makes learning easy for a young horse. Last time we...
A Word on Hoof Care
A Word on Hoof Care by Charles Wilhelm
Reprinted from the Valley Equestrian Newspaper, May 2011
Hoof care is an important element in the care of a...
Ten Secrets Every Horse Wants its Owner to Know – Part II
Ten Secrets Every Horse Wants its Owner to Know
– Part II –
-By Charles Wilhelm-
Last time I discussed six important “secrets” or training tips to...
How Much Time Should You Spend Training Your Horse
How Much Time Should You Spend Training Your Horse
-By Charles Wilhelm-
Each horse is different and the amount of time to spend on training depends...
The Need for De-Spooking
The Need for De-Spooking
-By Charles Wilhelm-
An interesting fact about horses is that while they can seem so smart and appear to
learn so fast when...
Working With a Horse That has a Problem Maintaining Leads, a Gait and Fluidity
Working With a Horse That has a Problem Maintaining Leads, a Gait and Fluidity
-By Charles Wilhelm-
I see many horses that have difficulty with leads....
Correcting a Lead Change Problem
--Correcting a Lead Change Problem--
By Charles Wilhelm--
Some riders tell me they have a problem when a course they are riding requires a roll back...
The Importance of a Solid Forward Cue
The Importance of a Solid Forward Cue
I believe that the forward cue is the most misunderstood and misused of the riding cues. It is often...
Disaster Preparedness – Part 1
Disaster Preparedness – Part 1
Several years ago at a horse expo when another presenter cancelled at the last minute, I was asked to fill...
It’s Never, Ever the Horse’s Fault
By Charles Wilhelm -
“It’s Never, Ever the Horse’s Fault” has been my slogan for many years now. One of the biggest and most important...
What to Consider When Looking For a Horse
What to Consider When Looking For a Horse
Spending time on the road, I have been asked many times, “What is your favorite breed?” My...
Dealing With a Horse That Pulls Back
Dealing With a Horse That Pulls Back
Does your horse pull back when tied to a rail or the trailer? Horses that continually pull back...
Disaster Preparedness – Part II
Disaster Preparedness – Part II
-By Charles Wilhelm -
Last time I discussed the need to free our horses from stalls and barns that may collapse or...
