Be a confident rider

Get a confidence boost!

Want to stop nerves getting the better of you? Whether it's hacking, jumping, handling or at shows, Martin Murphy can help you reach your goals

If a lack of confidence stops... more
Reward and punishment is a sensitive topic

Mixed signals

Positive and negative feedback can be useful tools when training horses, says Perry Wood. However, good timing is crucial for sending clear messages

Reward and, particularly, punishment... more
Napping can be scary and dangerous

Nap happy: Part one

Having trouble getting your horse moving? Michael Peace helps you say no to napping for good in our two-part series

Napping is annoying, frustrating... more
Napping can be scary and dangerous

Nap happy: Part two

Napping can be scary, dangerous and frustrating. Michael Peace shows you how to deal with a nappy horse fairly and safely

There are a few reasons why a... more
Rearing is dangerous and scary

Up we go!

Rearing is dangerous and needs to be nipped in the bud. Michael Peace explains what to do if your horse goes up

The first thing to know is, forget... more
Water can be a real problem for some horses

I hate water

Everything is going swimmingly, until you ask your horse to step into water. Michael Peace shows you how convince your horse to dip his toes

We've reached a big puddle and... more
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