Communicator’s Ability To ‘Talk’ To Horses Still Draws Skeptism
Many people remember the television show, “Mr. Ed,” about a horse that could talk. Some horse owners do contend their horses “talk,” too, although not in public language to be understood, other than by the personal handler. When the horse performs any maneuver requested by the handler that is communication to one and response back […]
Communicator’s Ability To “Talk” To Horses Still Draws Skeptism
Many people remember the television show, “Mr. Ed,” about a horse that could talk. Some horse owners do contend their horses “talk,” too, although not in public language to be understood, other than by the personal handler.
Gold Card Pro Rodeo Member, Cottonwood Falls Rancher Continues Cowboy Way Of Life
Cowboy longevity is the simplest way to describe Jimmie Barr. Yet, that’s far too easy, because an appropriate description of this Flint Hills cowboy is much more complex. In his 87 years as a cowboy, Jim Barr of Cottonwood Falls has just about done it all and continues active today. It’s a trait he got […]
Horse’s Ability To Move Both Directions Fluently Depends On Training
“My horse is left-handed. He always turns easier to the left than the right.” That comment is frequently heard from horseback riders when their mounts will go a specific direction, take a lead or spin one way in preference or better than the opposite. Consequently, it is assumed, that not unlike humans, a horse is […]
Horse’s Ability To Move Both Directions Fluently Depends On Training
“My horse is left-handed. He always turns easier to the left than the right.” That comment is frequently heard from horseback riders when their mounts will go a specific direction, take a lead or spin one way in preference or better than the opposite.
Internal Dialogue Of Horse And Rider Is Key To A Successful Ride
As the music came on the microphone, Aaron Ralston loped into the arena on his bridle less horse, circled both directions at various speeds, occasionally clapping his hands and asking the crowd to join in, before spinning both directions, coming to a sliding stop for which he is most famous, and then backing his mount […]
Quality Training Develops Mutual Trust Between Horse And Handler
“Ultimate trust between the horse and his handler is essential for a successful and enjoyable partnership.” Tommie Turvey made that emphasis for one of his educational and entertaining presentations during the recent EquipFest of Kansas at Wichita.
Showmanship Is The Art Of Exhibiting A Horse
Many horse-loving-youngsters don’t have the prettiest horse. Yet, their appreciation and hard work for their horses often surpass those who have better conformation animals. There was a need to recognize these young horsemen for their dedicated ability, according to Andrea Simons during the International Equine Judges Seminar in Oklahoma City.
Gypsy Cob Is Versatile Horse Breed Unfamiliar To Most
It may not be new under the sun. However, the Gypsy Cob Pinto is a horse not very familiar to people of this country. Yet, the horses are common in the United Kingdom.
Private Horse Trail System Proposed Across Kansas’ Flint Hills
Horsepower may again be a recreational method of travel across Kansas’ depth. And, it could be a windfall to landowners along the route. “I am conducting a research project to validate the feasibility of developing a series of interconnected horse trails throughout the Flint Hills,” explained Thomas Warner, professor and director of the Wildlife and […]