The 2025 Hippology Academy kicks off on February 9. It's back! Topics for this year include First aid and vitals for...
Training and Behavior Articles
Developing Horsemanship Hands and Seat
In this video, Kathy Anderson explains certain drills that riders can do to develop the desired horsemanship hands and...
Ground Handling Horses Safely
By understanding life from the horse's point of view, you can learn to anticipate and safely react to your horse's...
You Want Me to Do What: Stories of Stallion Behavior in the Breeding Shed
Be Patient!: What a Farrier and Trainer can Share with the Horse World
Horse Behavior at Foaling Time
Behavioral traits associated with parturition (the birth process) are deeply rooted in the evolutionary development of...
Horse Breeding Behavior
It is important that horse owners and breeders understand and recognize the basics of equine reproductive behavior for...
Management Tips Related to Horse Behavior
Horse owners who have a sound understanding of horse behavior can use their knowledge to help prevent behavioral...
Trailer Woes: The Story of Lola, Twist, Peaches and Pepper
Selecting A Saddle
Not every saddle fits every horse, just as one size or shape of boot does not fit every human. Saddle selection...
Safe Ground Handling
No matter what age, type or breed of horse you work with, safe ground handling is important. Odds are likely that if...
Saddle Fit for Horse and Rider
A properly fitting saddle is an essential part of having a good ride. An ill fitting saddle may cause a lack of...