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In my weekly blog, “Amateur Equestrian Confessions,” I share the passion and the pain of one of the most endearing pursuits in the world, horseback riding.
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Riders and Horses
Do you think your horse would be able to pick you out of a crowd? Chances are he could do that quite readily. Maybe even blind-folded. ...
JoAnn Shannon
Apr 2, 2025
Horses to Riders
Do I have to work out today? A horse greeting their owner is more cat-like than dog-like. You might get a nicker, but you don’t get...
JoAnn Shannon
Mar 26, 2025
Horses Talking to Horses
Pinky is interested and relaxed. Horses are careful about announcing their presence. It wouldn’t be wise to let predators know where to...
JoAnn Shannon
Mar 19, 2025
Micro Expressions
I think Captain is asking for another carrot. We may be able to read horses, but they can read us better. Recently I joined a webcast...
JoAnn Shannon
Mar 12, 2025
Stirrups
Judy was like Arwen. Not all stirrups are created alike. This lesson was demonstrated several years ago when I was a novice rider. It...
JoAnn Shannon
Mar 5, 2025
Rethinking Halters
No halter, no problem. Years ago, Joey shared a paddock with a horse named Taco. If Taco was a person, he would be a mild-mannered...
JoAnn Shannon
Feb 26, 2025
Vested Interest
To vest, or not to vest, that is the question. The Plaid Horse recently published an article entitled, "Protective Riding Vests,...
JoAnn Shannon
Feb 19, 2025
Helmet Head
Scientific helmets…because an injured brain does not heal like a broken bone. Did you know that horseback riding carries a higher injury...
JoAnn Shannon
Feb 12, 2025
Cheval magazine
A dear friend recently visited Paris and picked up a copy of the marvelous Cheval magazine for me. There was a feature story on dressage...
JoAnn Shannon
Feb 5, 2025
Young Rider - Winter Edition
The winter edition includes a dressage lesson. In the January/February issue of Young Rider magazine, journalist Laura Boynton Johnson ...
JoAnn Shannon
Jan 29, 2025
Equus Magazine - Winter Issue
Since 1977, Equus has offered the most accurate information available to horse lovers who wish to give their animals the best care. Equus...
JoAnn Shannon
Jan 22, 2025
Horse Illustrated - Winter Edition
Do you know your back plays a pivotal role in ensuring a balanced, strong and effective seat? The winter edition of Horse Illustrated ,...
JoAnn Shannon
Jan 15, 2025
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