ASKHQ: WHAT IS ‘SOFT FEEL’ IN COWBOY DRESSAGE®?

Q: What is 'Soft Feel' in Cowboy Dressage? A: 'Soft Feel' (or 'Fresh Rein') is the guiding principle of Cowboy Dressage® World. It is the wordless, intimate and, for some, spiritual communication between horse and rider. 'Soft Feel' is not only sending a message, but having the sensitivity and awareness to feel and receive the message the…

BylizzieDecember 13, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: CONFORMATION

Q: Which conformational factors are considered important to look for in a riding horse? A: When looking at the conformation of the horse to assess his rideability, the following factors should be considered: The back and ribs A relatively short back is generally strongest for taking weight, as it has shorter, stronger coupling than a longer back. A…

BylizzieDecember 11, 20190Comments

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ASKHQ: HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR A YOUNG HORSE TO BECOME BALANCED?

Asked by Briana McGull This is a very open-ended question that is entirely dependent on the horse's individuality and upbringing. Some horses are naturally better balanced than others, even from a very young age. Foals and yearlings who are turned out in big paddocks are a lot more likely to learn about balance than those…

BylizzieMarch 13, 20190Comments

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THE HOOF ABSCESS EXPLAINED

Understanding one of the most common causes of lameness A hoof abscess is a localised accumulation of purulent fluid (pus) within the horse’s hoof. The pus is produced as a reaction by the horse’s body to infection. A hoof abscess causes sudden-onset, severe lameness. Despite the dramatic onset and severity of the lameness associated with…

BylizzieJanuary 14, 20190Comments

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HOW CAN YOU TEACH A HORSE TO BE MORE REACTIVE TO THE AIDS?

Train your horse to go forward from your leg and to slow down from the reins and seat [dropcap]T[/dropcap]he principle of action is reaction. Horses naturally yield away from pressure. It is very helpful to teach the horse to move away from pressure, like in the washing place when you ask the horse to step aside.…

BylizzieDecember 20, 20170Comments

Horse Channel Horse Health Know How

A working diet

The right diet will keep your horse in top condition as he grows [dropcap]A[/dropcap] well-balanced diet is of utmost importance when it comes to the young horse, and ideally you need to feed something that complements his growth development and workload. Renita de Beer of Royal Feeds shares her insights about how young horses should be…

BylizzieApril 26, 20170Comments

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Are you a positive coach?

Nowadays, more attention is paid to topics such as anatomy and learning theory of the horse. It is a great advantage for you as a trainer if you have a basic understanding of how the horse learns, but understanding how a rider learns is an entirely different thing. Equine Support International (ESI) brings you a…

BylizzieDecember 16, 20160Comments

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Rider and seat position

HQ is thrilled to be exclusively partnered with the Dutch-based Equine Support International (ESI). ESI educates equestrians all over the world to increase levels of equestrian knowledge. This helps horse owners, stables, educational institutions and federations to take a step forward with horse wellbeing and the sport in general. ESI provides unique custom-made solutions such…

BylizzieApril 19, 20160Comments

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