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Why
do Bob Burdekin's Methods Work? - This
articles explain the techniques and beliefs that
are followed as well as some of the finer points
that makes them so successful.
Gaits
of the Saddle Horse - This article briefly
explains the gaits of the saddle horse. What each
gait is and what is the properly times sequence of
each beat of the gait. Gaits covered are the walk,
trot, lope (canter), gallop and the backing.
The
Running Walk - The gait of the Tennessee
Walking Horse explained in a manner that allows
you to understand and relate to the correct
movement and motion of the breed.
The
Art of Flexing and Collecting - A brief
description to help in the understanding of the
ability of the horse to flex correctly as well as
the starting of collection as it pertains to the
horse. Why both of these items are important for
the proper and correct operation of the horse.
Momentum
and Forward Motion - Covering the three
steps of momentum and the function of forward
motion in the horse.
Lead
Changes of the Saddle Horse - What they are, how they happen
and what the rider has to accomplish to allow the
horse to accomplish a correct lead change.
The
Use of the Hands - The proper operation of
the hands as a tool in guiding the horse. How the
hands are an instructional tool and not to be
considered a balance point for the rider. Also
covered is the topic of contact and feel.
The
Need to Return to Basics - An explanation
of why a balanced shoeing techniques are needed,
how they work and what needs to be known by the
horse owner to make sure that the older, tried and
true methods are returned to.
The
Losing of Horseshoes - Covers the main
four reasons that horses lose their horseshoes.
Four main topics are; farriers, horse management,
rider problems and horses themselves.
Laminitis
- A short version as to what happens to the horse,
explanation of the various stages and the grades
of the disease. The responsibilities of the owner
and what to look for in a qualified farrier to
handle the situation.
Ringbone
and Sidebone Problems - Explanation of the
two diseases of the foot and the differences and
their proper care.
Navicular
Syndrome - Explaining navicular syndrome,
its proper treatment and what to look for in a
farrier to help your horse through this particular
problem.
Underslung
Heels - Commonly referred to as "Sand
Heels" or even "Run Under Heels".
What it is, how it happens and what can be done to
correct the problem.
Chronic
Back Pain - Over the last ten or so years
I have noticed a larger number of horses having
problems with their backs. many horses today
suffer when they do not need to. I feel that I
have discovered some of the major reasons that
horse are suffering from back problems and it does
not start in the area of the back. Read on.
Basic
Lameness Information - This article
explain the hows and whys of most of horse's
lameness problems today. These are problems that
were not seen many years ago and if the old
methods of horse care were followed today we most
likely would not see them today as well.
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