This article originally appeared in issue No.110 My horse has trouble picking up the left lead, how would you fix that? On a real green horse if he was having trouble picking up the left lead …
Photos by Emily Kitching This article originally appeared in issue No. 106 Editor’s Note: At a clinic when a troubled spot surfaces it’s a fantastic opportunity to explore what is causing an issue and how …
This article is from issue No.109 My horse jigs when I’m riding with other horses instead of walking out. How can I work on that? It can be frustrating when you’re out riding with a …
This article originally appeared in Eclectic Horseman Issue No. 20 So much of groundwork is not only about preparing your horse, but helping you to be able to see when things don’t look right before you …
With Buck Brannaman This article originally appeared in Eclectic Horseman Issue No.65 We know it’s the little things that make the big difference, not only in fine horsemanship, but in staying safe in the saddle. At …
With Buck Brannaman When you are riding with a mecate, especially on greener horses, you should always be in a ready position to keep yourself out of trouble. If you’re going to the right, you’re …
With Buck Brannaman This article originally appeared in Eclectic Horseman Issue No.64 As in other situations, when you are backing your horse, a release lets him know that he has found what you are asking of him. …
Written by Buck Brannaman & Emily Kitching This article originally appeared in Eclectic Horseman Issue No.36 If you have the goal of one day riding your horse in the bridle you need to be preparing …
This article originally appeared in Eclectic Horseman Issue No.31 – Subscribe today! To ride your horse properly, there should never be a time that you change directions without directing your horse’s leading foot. Every time …
With Buck Brannaman This article originally appeared in Eclectic Horseman Issue No.27 I learned this exercise by watching people get taken advantage of by horses. This is the exact opposite of what horses typically train …
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