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Johann Hinnemann welcomes Adequan USDF FEI-level Trainers Conference attendees to his inner circle.

By Story and photos by Kim F. Miller
Jul 18, 2018

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Sabine Ense answers this reader question.

By Sabine Ense
Nov 14, 2017

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Learn how to begin schooling First Level movements with a 4-year-old.

By Hilda Gurney
May 31, 2017

Susanne Miesner rides this young horse at the trot--the gait at which most young horses can balance themselves most easily. | Photo by Thomas Lehman

A successful young-horse trainer offers training tips for working with young horses.

By Susanne Miesner
May 17, 2017

Credit: Courtesy, Hilltop Farm At Hilltop Farm in Colora, Maryland, newborn foals are handled immediately and wear a halter on the second day. Here, Quinnten Alston, the stallion and breed-show handler at Hilltop, leads a mare and foal.

Experts continue to gain the trust of a young dressage horse through relaxation and respect.

By Diane K. Skvarla
Apr 8, 2017

Credit: Arnd Bronkhorst - arnd.nl The critical “kindergarten years,” from six months to 3 years, can determine how a horse will behave for the rest of his life. “With thoughtful and systematic training long before they are ridden, we can instill a desire to work with us and understand our requests,” says Canadian Grand Prix dressage rider Shannon Dueck.

Experts discuss the weanling-to-3-year-old stage

By Diane K. Skvarla
Mar 31, 2017

Credit: Courtesy of Trafalgar Square Books Grooming begins at a very young age and is often enjoyed by a foal. A foal will often begin to nibble the person brushing him in return as a sign of grateful thanks. Should he bite, however, it is best to push him away or reprimand him with the voice in a sharp manner such as “leave it!”

In this book excerpt, Ingrid Klimke explains her theories on handling young horses.

By Ingrid Klimke
Apr 9, 2016

Credit: Silke Rottermann Monica Theodorescu holds her 24-year-old broodmare, Renaissance (right), and first foal, Tattoo.

Germany’s national coach describes her journey to breed her own Grand Prix horses.

By Silke Rottermann
Dec 9, 2014