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The Harsh Western Bits
I was going through bit videos and saw some harsh bits on there. I want to share some of them with you. Spade bits are used in western...
Mia Badenhop
Mar 30, 20201 min read
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The Myth About The Correction Bit
One myth about the correction bit is that it is a harsh bit but in reality it is a Tom Thumb bit with a port and two joints. I just...
Mia Badenhop
Mar 30, 20201 min read
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The Best Bits For Barrel Racing
Snaffles are a good barrel racing bits because they aren't harsh in the mouth and are easy to find. They also are good for horses that...
Mia Badenhop
Mar 30, 20201 min read
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The Third And Fourth Horse Massage Techniques
Tapotement Tapotement involves using both hands on the desired area. These may include hacking (using the sides of the hand in light...
Mia Badenhop
Mar 30, 20201 min read
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The First And Second Horse Massage Techniques
Effleurage Effleurage is a technique used to relax and prepare the horse for massage. It begins with an open-palmed stroke down the...
Mia Badenhop
Mar 30, 20201 min read
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Massage For Horses ????
WHAT! That is a thing?! I know it sounds ridiculous, but there is such a thing as horse massage. I am here to tell you it has great...
Mia Badenhop
Mar 30, 20201 min read
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Why Not to Feel Anger or Fear near Your Horse
Horses feel our emotions. Yes, I am aware that sounds crazy but it is true. When you are near your horse, they can sense what you feel,...
Mia Badenhop
Mar 28, 20201 min read
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How to Get Your Horses to Cross a Wooden Bridge.
Another obstacle that you have in the trail class is the wooden bridge. Fortune was scared of the wooden bridge but after a few months of...
Mia Badenhop
Mar 28, 20201 min read
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Two Simple Exercises For Building Your Horse's Muscles
The first exercise is riding up hill. What happens when you climb up a mountain or tall hill? Right, your muscles are sore. That's...
Mia Badenhop
Mar 28, 20201 min read
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Four tips Before Starting to Build Your Horse's Muscles
First, ensure he’s pain-free. If your horse is in any pain you’re not going to succeed in building muscle. One way you can tell is by...
Mia Badenhop
Mar 28, 20202 min read
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How to Bombproof Your Horse
No, I don't mean to bring your horse near a bomb, but what I am talking about is getting her used to things like traffic, plastic bags,...
Mia Badenhop
Mar 27, 20202 min read
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My First Ever Trail-Ride With Fortune
Most people say they have a crazy first trail ride, and mine was no exception! I decided that I would take my first trail ride on Fortune...
Mia Badenhop
Feb 26, 20201 min read
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Why Mineral Blocks are So Important For horses
Am I missing any nutrients for my horses? I give them grain and hay - isn't that enough? I am sorry to say this but no, it isn't enough...
Mia Badenhop
Feb 26, 20201 min read
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How to Teach Your Horse to Go Over a Tarp
Do you want to do an obstacle coarse with your horse but she is scared of the tarp you used to make a fake stream? I can help! My horse...
Mia Badenhop
Feb 26, 20202 min read
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How to Put Hay Into The Net Hay-bags
Does your horse waste hay? Fortune and Feona waste their hay if I let them. I own net hay bags but I didn't like using them because it...
Mia Badenhop
Feb 26, 20201 min read
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What to Bring on a Trail ride
Want to go on a trail ride but don't know what to bring? I can help with that. You will want to pack these things in your saddle bag or...
Mia Badenhop
Feb 11, 20201 min read
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The Story of My Juliet
I had a 4 year old Quarter Horse (Juliet) for 6 months. I loved her From the minute I saw her and I rode her but she needed lots of work....
Mia Badenhop
Sep 5, 20192 min read
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How to Get Your Horse to Respect Your Personal Space
Does your horse like to push you or rub against you? I can help with that! When your horse rubs against you or pushes you, she is trying...
Mia Badenhop
May 15, 20191 min read
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How to Teach Your Horse to Move Off Your Body
Do you have to push your horse over to do a pivot or side pass? I have to with my horse (Juliet). My western trainer told me of a trick...
Mia Badenhop
May 15, 20191 min read
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How to Get Tight Turns Around a Barrel in Barrel Racing
Are you tired of getting slow times because your horse is going so wide around the barrels? I can help with that with the help of my...
Mia Badenhop
Apr 15, 20191 min read
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