Horse Hero Update - 17th May 2012
Latest Blogs. Liz Austin cultivates her future star, Alex Franklin makes a rash decision, Melissa Beer is chuffed, Jason Webb pays homage to his vet, Annie Perry expects an emotional day, Sophie Wells has astonishing success, Lynne Crowden considers conformation and Laura Bechtolsheimer sets a new British record. Jo Eccles remains unbeaten, Sienna Myson-Davies gets the job done, Joseph Murphy has a heavy heart, Olivia Wilmot is philosphical, Georgie Somerset ticks the boxes, Karen Morris is inspired and Richard Maxwell is misunderstood. (Click here to read all, or read last month's highlights.)
Editorial. A new Guest Feature by Amanda Martin explains how clicker training turns the ordinary into extraordinary behaviour, for all types of horses in all disciplines, and creates a richer relationship between you and your horse! "Clicker training is about finding ways of saying 'yes' to your horse," says Amanda. Discover how it works and how to get started. Horse Hero Guru's straight-talking answers to forum questions in April include flying changes, an abandoned horse, separation anxiety, dangerous youngsters and a horse that won't travel! Plus April's Blog Highlights give you a taste of the life and times of our site celebrities!
Competition winners! Kate Oliver and Heather Andrew both won a matching set of Dublin red patent leather boots and gaiters, and 'dare to wear'!
Next videos to be published. Horse Hero founder Fiona Price tries her hand at stunt riding. There's more clicker training with Amanda Martin and Horse Hero blogger Melissa Beer has a lesson with Sarah Millis. Plus Sam Watson concludes his cross-country schooling series with his top ride Horseware Bushman!
