Horses – Training and Activities

The Sweet Scent, Snorts, Soft Sounds and Shoves of a Horse’s Nose | SLO Horse News

The Sweet Scent, Snorts, Soft Sounds and Shoves of a Horse’s Nose

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The warm, moist feel of the gentle resting breath is truly relaxing. The velvet soft touch of the muzzle between the nostrils is a place of serenity, and indeed a place that many of us go for solace and comfort. What else is communicated through and by a horse’s nose? Sharon Jantzen gives insight regarding the features of one of her favorite parts of a horse, its nose.

Dressage Training for Every Horse | SLO Horse News

Dressage Training for Every Horse

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Dressage, when presented patiently and correctly, enhances a horse’s gaits, builds beautiful topline muscling in the body, and creates a more focused mind with willing cooperation. Our local, top-level Dressage rider and trainer Barbi Breen-Gurley shares her insight on how dressage training benefits all horses.

Two April Clinics to Improve your Riding Skills | SLO Horse News

Two April Clinics will Improve your Riding Skills

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Move over April Showers because this spring April brings two riding clinics to improve your riding skills. Ryan Pfouts focuses on how your riding position influences the way your horse goes. Shelby Hume will help you find the sweet spot of riding. Sharon Jantzen gives us the details of these two clinics held at Dream Ranch in Arroyo Grande.