Traditional vs. Natural Horsemanship: A Comparison May 19, 2025 Horsemanship Zachary Leyden What is Traditional Horsemanship? Traditional horsemanship generally refers to training methods historically rooted in dominance and control, aimed at swiftly “breaking” the horse’s resistance to huma... Read more
Pressure, Release, and Trust: The Simple Science Behind Natural Horse Training May 9, 2025 Horsemanship Zachary Leyden Ever wondered why gentle training methods like pressure and release work so effectively with horses? Understanding the simple science behind natural horse training helps create willing, confident hors... Read more
From Breaking to Bonding: The Evolution of Horse Training May 2, 2025 Horsemanship Zachary Leyden What is Horse Breaking, and Why Was it Used? Historically, training a horse was synonymous with "breaking" it—using dominance and forceful methods to ensure quick obedience. These traditional techniqu... Bill Dorrance Buck Brannaman Ray Hunt Tom Dorrance Zachary Leyden Read more
