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Ruth's Blog post # 5: Connection Issues in Canter Transitions

Does your horse come above the bit, toss his head or climb with his head and neck into every canter transition? If your answer is yes, you should ask yourself the following questions. There is a reason that your horse displays this behavior. Don't look at the symptom.

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Ruth's Blog post # 4: Questions to Ask Before Getting on a New Horse

Last month we talked about the questions that I ask every owner of a new horse coming into my barn. Young or old, trained or untrained, it's essential to know as much about a new horse as possible. This month I will talk about the questions that I

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Ruth's Blog post # 3: The Difference Between Movements, Figures and Patterns

Many people ask me about the choreography of their freestyle pattern. One of the confusions surrounding a freestyle pattern is what is allowed and what is forbidden at a certain level. Before you can begin to build a pattern you need to know the difference between movements and figures so

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Ruth's Blog post # 2: "Avoid Colic"

Avoid Colic Follow these guidelines to prevent recurring episodes of this potentially dangerous condition.Colic is one of the most frightening medical problems faced by horse owners. Unfortunately, determining the underlying cause of chronic colic can be difficult, which means your horse’s colic will continue to recur. The following

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Ruth's Blog post # 1: Perfect Practice Makes Perfect

What is Muscle Memory? If you've ever worked on your posture or a set of aids for a movement on your horse, you've probably heard the words "muscle memory.” But what is this mysterious thing? Is it something real or just a part of dressage