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The Journey a Right-Brain Introvert

29 May 2012
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Acquiring Hot Jazz three years ago was a dream. Pat and I visited Judy Yancey’s farm near our Florida campus and spied a gorgeous six-week-old jet-black foal. Pat looked at me and said, “Now, you could talk me into that one,” and the deal was made. At last a new chapter in my dreams — the luxury of being able to start my next superstar naturally.

A Good Start: With Foals, Timing is Everything

27 March 2012
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For horses, life’s important milestones come quickly. Within the first two hours of birth a foal should be able to stand and nurse on his own. If neither of these actions occurs naturally, you might have a problem—a problem that could affect a horse’s physical health for the rest of his life.

Use Savvy When Dealing with Horse “Phobias”

30 November 2011
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Back when the west was a bit wilder than it is today, cowboys routinely "sacked out" the young horses they were "breaking." Countless horses endured the fear and trauma of being tied tightly to prevent escape while being rubbed all over with a feed sack or blanket. Horses were often thrown and tied to keep them on the ground for this phase, and sometimes their heads were even covered.

Horses That Freak Out

29 September 2011
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You’ve seen them, maybe you own one. They are uncontrollable, not all the time but often enough to cause you concern... They’re skittish, can’t stand still, hard to lead, barging and shouldering, leaping in the air, rearing, kicking out. They act like you don’t even exist. And if you ever got up enough nerve to ride it turns out almost suicidal. Fighting the bridle, leaping, plunging, trying to run off, and rearing when you hold them back. But you hold them back for all you’re worth because you know if they get the jump on you, they’re off at full speed, blind with crazy and you’re on top pulling on the reins with all your might... and it’s as though they can’t feel a thing. It’s terrifying. I’ve been there.

Is My Horse Spoiled?

03 June 2011
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We’ve all known them….the family you cringe to invite because their children are out-of-control little monsters. Overindulgence without requiring respect and responsibility can indeed create a “spoiled brat”.

It’s much the same with horses.

A “spoiled” horse usually refers to one who has had a lot of love and allowances, but not enough respectfulness or responsibility instilled to create balance. While you don’t want to create a “slave” and demand that your horse obey you without reward, at the same time you don’t want to smother your horse with love and treats while tolerating bad manners in return.

Parelli Natural Horsemanship

The Journey a Right-Brain Introvert

A Good Start: With Foals, Timing is Everything

Use Savvy When Dealing with Horse “Phobias”

Horses That Freak Out

Is My Horse Spoiled?

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