If you’re showing in a pleasure class, odds are you’ll be one of a dozen or more riders trying to be seen by the judge. Considering that the average class time is around 7 minutes, that’s not much time to shine! So how do you get your horse noticed (in a good way) when there’s… Continue reading “Show Your Horse” – How to Be Seen in a Crowded Ring
Author: Tiffani Frey
Tiffani has over 25 years in the Saddlebred industry as an owner, exhibitor, groom, and trainer. Having been an AOT for the majority of that time, she has put horses and riders in the ring in every division. Tiffani is on the ASHA Marketing Committee, organizes and hosts the Midwest AOT Clinic, is the AOT Ambassador on the ASHA Charter Club Council, and is an active voice for the AOT community. She currently competes her Saddlebreds throughout the Midwest.
Improving the Hind End
A strong hind end is necessary for a good performing horse in any discipline, but especially so in Saddle Seat. We like to see a horse with “good hocks,” which refers to the horse’s ability to use his hind end to its fullest range of motion height-wise. The ideal hind end will have high, snapping… Continue reading Improving the Hind End
What is an AOT Friendly Horse?
I’ve seen this phrase many, many times in horse ads, where the seller says the horse is “AOT friendly.” I’ve also seen ads placed by buyers looking for an AOT friendly horse. But it doesn’t seem like there is any kind of definition around this term, and it means different things to different people. I’m… Continue reading What is an AOT Friendly Horse?
3 Time Saving Tips for Horse Shows
There’s nothing worse than rushing around trying to get everything done before you get in the saddle. I’ve been there too many times to count! Over the years, I’ve learned a few tricks that shave some time off my prep – or at the very least, save me from getting a few new gray hairs… Continue reading 3 Time Saving Tips for Horse Shows
My Horse Won’t Wear a Curb Bit
I think at some point in life, everyone will encounter at least one horse that seems to despise the curb bit. No matter what bit you try, no matter what you do, the horse goes around with a stiff neck, clenched jaw, and nose straight out. So what are some things you can do to… Continue reading My Horse Won’t Wear a Curb Bit