Horses training and riding : publication
Wayne Loch, Department of Animal Sciences
Bridles are used to control horses and achieve desired performance. Although horses can be worked without them or with substitutes, a bridle with one or two bits can add extra finesse. The bridle allows you to communicate and control your mount.
Missouri has many scenic and challenging trails for riders. Many areas with streams, rivers, hills and trees have numerous trails on which local groups can ride.
Halters are designed to help catch, hold, lead and tie horses and ponies. A rider may choose to have a specific halter for each horse, or they can select one of the correct size and adjust it to fit any horse.
Intermediate trail rides last for more than one day. Learn how to prepare riders, horses, equipment and more to safely enjoy scenic nature trails.
Wayne Loch and Melvin Bradley
Department of Animal Sciences
Sam Sabin
New York State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Longeing is a procedure in which the horse travels in a large circle around the handler on a long strap or line.
Melvin Bradley
Department of Animal Sciences
Learn how to properly fit and adjust a hackamore to safely train young horses, ensuring effective communication without injuring sensitive mouth tissue.
Learn essential techniques for safely saddling, bridling, and riding Western horses, ensuring proper equipment use and understanding horse behavior.
Wayne Loch
Department of Animal Sciences
During the last decade, participation in horse-related activities has continued to grow. The National Safety Council estimates that more than 10 million people in the United States are involved in equine sports. Membership in many horse associations has…
Wayne LochDepartment of Animal SciencesSafety practices for hunt seat riders will help them avoid injury and trouble for themselves and the horse. Safety should become second nature — not taken for granted. Riders should constantly be aware of potentially dangerous situations and avoid them when…
Choose the right saddle by understanding riding styles, fit, and function to ensure comfort and performance for both horse and rider.
Sharon Makurat and Melvin Bradley
Department of Animal Sciences