Dressage Horses

USEF 'S' dressage judge Janet "Dolly" Hannon explains what it means for a horse to be "quick behind" and why this quality is important in developing dressage horses.

Fran Kehr shares her advice on suppling the horse and suggests exercises to help you shift your horse's balance.

Two reasons why the guideline for the training of young, gifted dressage horses differs slightly from average horses.

Recent research developments are shifting some of the focus from gastric ulceration to hindgut ulceration

Tom Noone explains how to address this common problem in dressage training by improving your horse's response to your aids.

Why this gelding embodies the successful outcome of a long-term breeding strategy

Blogger Pam Stone continues her search for a new "Cinderella Project."

Learn what correct activity is and how the rider can use her aids to activate her horse’s motor.

Follow Ingrid Klimke’s six-week plan for dressage horses and see her sample cavalletti layouts.

USDF gold medalist Gigi Nutter gives advice on how to keep a dressage horse content and willing in his work while maintaining his fitness.

Dressage experts discuss the pros and cons of horse shopping at home in the U.S.

Learn how to inspire your dressage horse to do his best with advice on developing lateral and longitudinal suppleness and getting your horse's head in the game.

German dressage star Helen Langehanenberg explains the training quality of submission and shares how you can develop it in your horse.