Recent content by dougle

Question: Is it incorrect to say 'canter' in the US? Woudl everyone say 'lope'? Thanks, Elaine.

I wouldn't agree with getting a whip out. Check out vet issues, maybe stiff on one side, saddle and all tack on both sides. mayne its sore for her on canter? If so a whip won't solve the problem. Once all vet reasons ruled out, when she won't lope, make it easier and ask her to lopr somewhere...

Hello, I've made a new cdrom for riders aged 8-13 yo, and I'd love to know what you think of it. It deals with lots of common horse tasks and problems, and covers everything from feeding to management and riding, all with a gentle horsemanship perspective. You can see the details online at...