Italy is also home to some of the most beautiful horse breeds in the world. There are over 25 horse breeds with whole or partial Italian heritage. The most common Italian horse breeds are the Italian Heavy Draft, Italian Trotter, Murgese, Sarcidano, Sardinian Anglo-Arab, Bardigiano, and Esperia. Do Italians ride Read more…
Remember, strong, forward-going horses will simply get stronger if they feel restricted. By allowing them forwards on a small circle you’re letting the confines of the movement keep them in check, reducing the amount of contact you need. How do you handle a strong horse? When the horse starts to Read more…
Thousands of Mexicans take part in the “Cabalgata de Morelos”, a three-day horseback ride punctuated with rodeos, music and activities. These annual rides are among the most important cultural events in this agricultural region. Do people ride horses in Mexico? The Mexicans have always loved their horses. The Azteca is Read more…
Symptoms of a cold backed horse Stiffness through the back during the first few minutes of walk. Refusal or reluctance to let you mount from the ground. Discomfort when girth is tightened. Reactiveness to the saddle, such as dipping or bridging the back when the saddle or even saddle pad Read more…
A cold back is treatable As with everything though, prevention is better than cure, so taking good care of your horse’s back is important, and will help him stay fit and healthy and able to perform at his best. How do you treat a cold backed horse? Lunging before riding Read more…
Horse riding is a sport in many ways, it requires incredible core strength, stamina and strong legs. It obviously depends what discipline you are riding in such as show jumping, trail riding, dressage or a hack; all areas will require different outputs of energy and can use different muscles. Why Read more…
Popular Definition Outside the realms of the horse show world, pleasure riding refers to any type of riding you do simply for your enjoyment. Under the popular definition, pleasure riders do not chase points, trophies or championships. This term refers to those who only do trail riding with their horses. Read more…
You can feel all his muscles as they bunch and release. You can feel his hooves hit the ground & see the hypnotically rhythmic motion of his head, which you’re following with your hands. If you talk to him, he’ll probably twitch an ear, so you know he’s listening, but Read more…
A strong and secure lower leg is key to achieving good posture in the saddle, whatever discipline you ride. Your horse will thank you for being dedicated enough to work on your lower leg, because your aids will be clearer and more concise, and your balance will improve dramatically both Read more…
Horseback riding is more than just a hobby or a sport, it’s a skill, an art, that can be learned with hard work and dedication. It takes a lot of learning and practice to successfully mount and maneuver a horse. What is the skill of horse riding called? In general, Read more…