Category: Clinton Anderson Tips

When you’re working with an arena-sour horse, don’t think, “How can I make the horse get in the arena?” Think, “How can I make it

I’m a learn-a-holic and proud of it. I’m always looking for ways to become a better horseman and increase my horses’ performance. If another trainer

When you begin to teach the horse to load onto the trailer, the first rule is to completely forget about the trailer. Act like loading

I often get asked if when teaching a horse the Fundamentals can you work on the groundwork and riding exercises at the same time? People

When it comes to training your horse, your imagination is your greatest tool. The more creative you can be in your lessons, the more interested

The ideal location for first taking a horse outside is a long dirt road because it gives you plenty of room to move the horse

Whether your horse doesn’t want to leave his buddies on the trail or overreacts when you take him away from his buddies at shows, use

If your horse has a tendency to race ahead when you’re riding in a group, here’s a way to teach him to relax. Find a

Only stop working your horse when he has a good attitude and is respecting you as the leader, or at the very least, has a

When it comes to training your horse, your imagination is your greatest tool. The more creative you can be in your lessons, the more interested

Collection should feel light in your hands, not heavy. In other words, don’t worry about where your horse’s head is at; you’re only concerned with

Balance gives you an independent seat, allows you to move in rhythm with your horse, cue him correctly and boosts confidence in the saddle. How

Everybody’s first horse should be a 23-year-old, one-eyed, crippled, ugly gelding. Think about the mental picture you get when you read that description. I think

Training isn’t about emotions or feelings, it’s all business. It’s about how much the horse tries. Resistance is normal, especially when you’re introducing a new

Foundation is everything. You don’t appreciate a good foundation until you don’t have it. Think about that. If you’ve got a well-built house, you don’t