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Keep Stirrups Leathers Straight for Longer Tack Life
A friendly reminder to all Grooms, Horse Handlers, and AIs: after each lesson, please take a moment to untwist the stirrup leathers (if...
6 days ago
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“No Thanks” Means No — Rethinking Touch with Our Horses
We all love our VTRA horses — their strength, their gentleness, their unique personalities — and it’s natural to want to show our...
Apr 18
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TEAM TALK SERIES
Team Talk #1: Who Communicates with the Rider? This is the first post in our "Teamwork Talk: Who Does What? " series, where we’ll...
Apr 18
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Tips from Term 3 - GROOM
Stick to the Basics When Grooming When grooming the horses, it’s important to focus on specific areas and avoid overgrooming, as multiple...
Apr 18
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Tips from Term 3 - HORSE HANDLER
Watch where you're going! When leading a horse, always look ahead to where you want to go. Turning around to check on the horse can...
Apr 18
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Tips from Term 3 - SIDE WALKER
Safety First: Let the AI Handle It When you're serving as a side walker, it’s important to stay focused on your rider at all times. For...
Apr 18
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