Handling a Horse That is Nervous at Shows
-By Charles Wilhelm-
I received a question about a really nice thoroughbred off the track that does very well at home but shies at everything...
What is a “Broke Horse?”
We hear the term broke horse and sometimes it has a negative connotation as if it is describing a horse with a broken in...
The Importance of Collection
The Importance of Collection- By Charles Wilhelm-
We often speak about making sure our horse is collected. Collection is important for every rider whether...
The Mature Rider
Over the years, many of the riders I worked with were older ladies with an average age around 52. They wanted to have a...
Bitless Riding – Part II
As I said last month, for me, riding bitless is neither right nor wrong. It depends onthe horse and the type of riding you...
Bitless Riding – Part I
-By Charles Wilhelm-
Any type of equipment that goes on a horse’s face but does not go into the mouth is categorized as bitless. Thus,...
Bucking and Bolting on the Trail
-By Charles Wilhelm-
Safety on the trail is always our first concern. A horse that bucks, bolts or even rears when out on the trail...
Western Pleasure – Selection of a Horse
- By Charles Wilhelm - This is the first of three articles for amateur riders wishing to show in Western Pleasure who are working...
Success with Trailering – Part III
In the last two articles we have talked about preparing your horse for loading into a trailer. Once your horse is solid with the...
Success with Trailering – Part II
- By Charles Wilhelm -
Most horse trainers with solid skills can load almost any horse into a trailer in under 15 minutes. Those of...
Success with Trailering – Part 1
-By Charles Wilhelm-
Most horse trainers with solid skills can load almost any horse into a trailer in under 15 minutes. Those of us who specialize...
Feeding Treats
While I am not against feeding treats, I do think it is more appropriate and safer for treats to be put in a bucket...
Personality and How It Can Effect the Training of Your Horse — Part II
-By Charles Wilhelm-
We’ve been talking about the part that personality plays in the training of a horse. We know about the herd instinct and...
Personality and How It Can Effect the Training of Your Horse
Personality and How It Can Effect the Training of Your Horse - Part I
-By Charles Wilhelm-
We often hear about the herd instinct and the...
First Rides
-By Charles Wilhelm-
We have been talking about working with a young horse, foundation training, groundwork, saddling and getting your horse used to the basic...
Working with a Young Horse
-By Charles Wilhelm-
The best place to work with a young horse is in a round pen. Begin by letting the horse be at liberty...
Watch the Birdie
-By Charles Wilhelm-
Horses are prey animals, they are programmed to fight or flee. It is partof the herd instinct. If something startles a horse...
Thoughts on What It Means to be a Horseman – Part II
A part of being a horseman is in knowing when to be firm.We need to set standards and have expectations for our horses. There...
Ranch Versatility – Part II
-By Charles Wilhelm-
One of the things I have seen in the last year is the growth in popularity of Ranch Riding and Versatility and...
Ranch Versatility – Part I
I was very excited when American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) Ranch Versatility was first introduced. Ranch Pleasure or Ranch Riding as it is now...
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...
A Word on Hoof Care
-- By Charles Wilhelm --
Hoof care is an important element in the care of a horse. With a young horse it is really important...
