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The Essential Role of Pony Horses

The Essential Role of Pony Horses

World champion trainer Christy Wood explains how pony horses play a vital role in equestrian life.

Big Blend Radio · Lisa D. Smith

July 12, 202518m 33s

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Show Notes

In this episode of Big Blend Radio's “ABC's of Horses” equestrian podcast, Christy Wood shares the critical role of pony horses in training young horses and building rider-horse communication. You'll also hear insights on trail riding, including the famous Chief Joseph Trail Ride, plus safety tips and equipment preferences for ponying. Learn why a pony horse should be solid, confident, and turnkey, and how horses learn from one another.


Christy also introduces us to Harley, America's most famous pony horse, and shares tips like using nylon halters, keeping horses fit year-round, and preparing them for natural obstacles.


Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, extreme trail obstacle champion, author, instructor, and owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. More at: https://wdnhorse.com/ 


🎧 Listen to more episodes: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/ 


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