The Power of Words in Horsemanship: How Your Language Shapes Our Relationships
Momentary Intent, Momentous Impact Every word we speak carries weight. In a fleeting moment, a simple phrase can build trust or break it, inspire courage or instill doubt. Words are not just sounds—they are intentions set loose into the world, shaping how others feel,...
Thinking outside “The Box”: Navigating the current Landscape of Horse Keeping
How do you keep your horse? In a box 24/7, except for the time you go to visit and either ride or do whatever it is you do with your horse? (0 points) Stabled in a box most of the day, with a few hours of turn out in a small paddock by himself? (2 points) Stabled in a...
Finding Flow: The Balance of Asking and Allowing
Your relationship with your horse is like a dance—whether riding, walking, or working on the ground, clear and balanced communication creates harmony. Learn how to align your energy and signals for a more connected partnership.
To Treat or not to Treat: That is the question….
It is Christmas Time – and there are Christmas Treats coming and going all over the place. For horses and humans alike. So, I thought it would be a good time to bring back an article I wrote about 7 years ago, but is still very relevant. What I am about to share is my...
Curiosity Builds Confidence—for You and Your Horse
Have you ever noticed how a horse approaches something unfamiliar? They don’t rush in blindly. Instead, they pause, observe, sniff, and perhaps take a cautious step back before inching forward again. That spark of curiosity is...
What Horses Have Taught Me About Fear
How many times have you felt afraid of doing something and then had a coach or a friend say: “Oh, you’ll be fine! Just do it!” Did it make you feel braver? Or maybe not seen or heard? I have been that coach. I have lost count of how many clients I have coaxed and...
Getting Started: Building Confidence as a New Horse Guardian
Taking on the role of a horse guardian (here at the 2 Grey Mares we don’t like the word owner very much!) is exciting and full of promise, but it can also feel a little overwhelming at first.
Do you know what your horse is doing right now?
You know those 20 plus hours a day when your horse is at his/her livery yard, waiting for you to show up? Do you know what he/she is doing? Searching for something to nibble? Hanging her/his head over a stable door? Grooming an equine friend? Having a play? Sleeping?...
Understanding Your Horse’s Natural World: A Beginner’s Guide
When we first start working with horses, it's easy to focus on the basics—feeding, grooming, riding—but there’s a deeper layer that often gets overlooked: understanding your horse’s natural world. By understanding the behaviors that make your horse who they are, you...
Our Manifesto
At The Two Grey Mares, we believe that every horse and their person deserves a relationship built on trust, understanding, and care. What does it mean to STAND UP FOR YOUR HORSE? Natural Connection We focus on understanding the true nature of horses and how to...
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We’re here to help you with your horse by understanding them, offering simple guidance for building a trusting, respectful relationship.