Conformation

Dressage professional Gretchen DeMone answers this reader question.

Lauren Sammis explains how constant awareness of your position in relation to your horse’s body is the key to proper riding.

Trainer Conrad Schumacher explains step by step how to master the intricacies of the half halt and ride it correctly—whatever the situation.

Susan Mandas discusses the value of understanding the mechanics of motion.

Joe Davis, DVM explains

Joy Congdon explains some common causes of forging and shares some simple, fun ways to help strengthen your horse.

Greg Staller, DVM, explains potential causes, treatment options and prognosis for a dressage horse with bog spavin.

Six secrets that the manufacturers don't always tell you

Use these tips for maximum effectiveness from your horse's insect repellent

Olympian Sue Blinks discusses developing your dressage horse’s topline so it serves as a suspension bridge of musculature, making self-carriage possible.

Germany’s Olympic eventing gold medalist and Grand Prix dressage rider, Ingrid Klimke carries on her legendary father’s classical approach to dressage.

Understand the structure and biomechanics of the horse’s engine as it relates to dressage.

Kristina Harrison explains how to assess rideability, temperament, gaits and conformation when buying a Baroque horse.

Equine nutritionist Mary Beth Gordon, PhD, explains how to assess your horse's weight and condition and improve his fitness level.