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Understanding Pressure in Horsemanship
Pressure, in the context of horse training, is not merely physical; it can also be emotional and psychological.
Kathy Yriarte
Feb 264 min read


The True Value of a Horse Trainer: Expertise vs. Result
When you step into the world of horse training, you might envision a magical transformation: an unrefined horse morphing into a...
Kathy Yriarte
Feb 94 min read


Faith and Horsemanship Series - The Lead Rope: A Metaphor for Following God
Throughout the Bible, we are called to follow God, to allow Him to take the lead—much like a horse following the gentle tug of a lead rope.
Kathy Yriarte
Feb 35 min read


Choice in Horse Training - How to Apply It (Part II)
A willing "yes" cannot be attained through force, fear, intimidation, or coercion. True consent arises from a place of comfort, trust, and :
Kathy Yriarte
Jan 204 min read


The Importance of Choice - in Horse Training and Life (PART I)
My goal is to create situations where my horse wants to say "yes" and if I receive a "no", there is no correction-simply redirection.
Kathy Yriarte
Jan 182 min read


Horse Training and Welfare: Prioritizing Ethics Over Performance Goals
Training does not trump welfare ... But quality training is an integral part of welfare.
Kathy Yriarte
Jan 133 min read


Conquering Fear, Crushing Goals - one day at a time.
Fear, anxiety, and obsessive thoughts have dominated me for a long time. They have stolen the joy from things I once loved. I used to...
Team Yriarte Horsemanship
May 22, 20243 min read


Take a Deeper Look - exploring equine anatomy through necropsy
⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING ⚠️ GRAPHIC PHOTOS AND DESCRIPTION - This blog includes photos and description of a postmortem surgical exploration...
Team Yriarte Horsemanship
Oct 14, 20234 min read


Let Horses Be Horses
Horses are reactive by design. Your horse is not throwing a tantrum. She not trying to make you look bad. He is not lazy. They don't have...
Team Yriarte Horsemanship
Sep 1, 20232 min read

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