The first step to teaching a horse how to collect is to teach him to give to the bit, period. Always start at the standstill, and then progress through the gaits as the horse understands.
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Category: Monthly Editorial
Rodeo Roundup
It doesn’t take a lifelong cowboy to understand the appeal of Texas’ official individual sport. The rodeo promises thrills, athleticism and tentpole attractions fit for anyone with a pulse. We inhaled funnel cake in Houston
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Reproductive Problems in the Draft Horse
Draft mares usually make excellent mothers, providing a large amount of milk and rarely rejecting a foal. Because of these traits, draft mares make good nurse mares; some mares can even support and feed two
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American Paint Horse Association & Extreme Trail Horse Association, Announce Alliance
Extreme Trail Horse Association and the American Paint Horse Association have joined forces as affiliate partners. The Extreme Trail Horse Association (ETHA) is a growing international organization of trail and obstacle enthusiasts with beautiful riding trails and obstacle
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Castration: From Stallion to Gelding
Castration is a surgical procedure performed by a veterinarian that is defined as the removal of the testicles of a male horse. The procedure can be accomplished through sedation and local anesthesia in a standing
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Bull Rider Sage Kimzey Wins Sixth Straight PRCA World Title
Sage Kimzey is still the king of PRCA bull riders. The Strong City, Okla., cowboy won his sixth consecutive world championship at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo before 16,904 fans at the Thomas & Mack
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Brucella Canis Is A Disease Of Dogs And Humans
Brucella canis, a strain of brucellosis that can be carried by dogs, is one of the leading causes of canine infertility. The highly contagious, and often underrecognized, bacterium can lead to abortions, stillborn puppies, testicular abnormalities,
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