Give Your “Bad” Horse a Chance

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All horse problems are caused by a lack of respect or fear, or in some cases, both. No matter what the source of your horse’s problem, the answer is to earn his respect and trust. You can accomplish that by teaching him basic groundwork exercises — the exact exercises that make up the Fundamentals level of the Method. In fact, horses with longstanding problems or behavioral quirks make up the majority of horses enrolled in the Academy Horse program. The Academy is the perfect solution for owners who don’t want to give up on their horses and don’t have the necessary time or knowledge to devout to their horses’ training. Our success in turning horses that have been deemed dangerous and hopeless cases into willing partners is unparalleled. The Academy gives your horse the opportunity to prove he’s a reliable partner full of potential. Learn more about the program, including how you can enroll your horse, at academyhorse.com.

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