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How to Import a Dressage Horse (from Europe to the U.S.)
*Featured image is of Emirates Equine SkyCargo Many dressage riders hanker after a gorgeous horse with impeccable bloodlines and paces to die for. Although ... -
How are Dressage Horses Trained?
One question that many people would love to know the answer to is, “how are dressage horses trained?” That’s a big question that doesn’t ... -
How to Fit Your Horse’s Noseband
Contact is the third of the dressage Scales of Training. Without an elastic contact, the horse cannot work through his back properly and will ... -
How to be a GREAT Dressage Rider
Dressage riding is a complex process that requires effort, hard work, commitment, discipline, and dedication on the part of the rider. In this in-depth ... -
How to Fence Your Horse’s Fields and Paddocks
Fencing your horse’s fields and your arena correctly is essential if you’re to keep your horse safe, preserve your valuable grazing, and save yourself ... -
How to Build a Good Dressage Foundation
In the past, dressage riders and trainers spent much time developing their horses’ basic training and building a solid foundation before attempting to progress ... -
How to Use Cavaletti for Dressage Schooling
Many riders spend hours schooling their horses in the same pace and at the same tempo, primarily in trot. Now, while that’s important for ... -
How to Fit a Dressage Saddle to Both Horse & Rider
A correctly fitting saddle is essential for horse and rider comfort and for optimum performance. If the saddle doesn’t fit the horse properly, back ... -
How to Get Your Equestrian Stable Yard Ready for Winter
All too soon those leisurely summer rides along mud-free bridleways and the good life of ample grass and 24-hour turnout will be forgotten as ... -
How to Improve Your Horse’s Straightness and Collection
Straightness and collection are the last two of the dressage Scales of Training. These two aspects of a horse’s way of going are linked. ...
