Kalember Equine

10/29/2026

Most judges would prefer to see good horsemanship over ‘pushing through.’ There’s always another show 😉

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Riding out a spook can be a frightening experience and cost you points if it happens in the show ring. But when your horse spooks, it presents an ideal opportunity to strengthen the bond you share.

“There are many aspects to the partnership you have with your horse. Trust is one of the most important and will improve your chances of success. You can see this when a horse spooks at something and instead of continuing with the training, the rider takes the time to reassure her horse and get him comfortable with whatever he's worried about."
~ Natural horseman Tik Maynard

During this spooky season, eventer and natural horsemanship advocate Tik Maynard takes an in-depth look at why some horses are more reactive and provides exercises you can practice to boost your nervous horse's confidence when faced with potential triggers. Plus, he explains why strengthening your partnership is key to overcoming the behavior.

Click on the link in the Comments below to learn how to stop the spook!

📸 Amy K. Dragoo

10/26/2026

Grateful to Steve Peters for turning his books into audiobooks so I can listen during my bodywork sessions 💪🏽👏🏻

10/26/2026

Flexible IN BARN leases & lesson packages available.

We have a few happy, safe, consistent horses available for flexible In Barn lease options.

A few details as I always get these questions!

-Care lease cost does NOT include lessons and yes lessons are required to ensure proper movement of horse and rider for safety and longevity 😊
-Being a part of our wonderful, happy, improving of self, no drama program is a requirement. 🙌🏼

Our program is diverse and versatile, catering to riders focused on horsemanship, flat work, jumping, or a combination of disciplines. Participation does not require jumping or showing – we welcome all enthusiasts. Our range of offerings includes cross-training, foundational training, horsemanship, hunters, equitation, jumpers, and rehabilitation.

Location North Petaluma.
Contact Melissa for more information:) 707.363.1258
www.Kalemberequine.com

TYLER
Tyler is a sweetheart who loves his jobs. His gaits are super comfortable and he loves to jump. He enjoys peppermints.

MAX
14 yr Oldenburg/TB Gelding. Max is a 17.3 hd love bug. He is a thinker and loves a partnership with his rider.

ROYAL
Royal is a small welsh pony who is a been there done that kinda guy.
Super safe and dependable to ride.

10/25/2026

Beautiful day to judge IHSA Stanford Equestrian Team

10/23/2026

Horses need play, fun and free time. Love our outdoor arena for friskies!

10/22/2026

Keeping things interesting 🙌🏼💪🏽

10/22/2026

10/19/2026

I love this picture for so many reasons. One, I bought this shirt because it made me laugh! And I think so many horse people need more ground work than their horses 😂
Two, doing ground work was exactly what lead to this moment; me on the right side without asking.

That might sound like a small thing but in reality it’s not. When a horse constantly blocks you from their vulnerable side, there are so many ways one could go about ‘getting to that side.’ The question is are you going to do it in a trust and relationship building way, or just a you’ll do what I want way.

As the great Dr Steve Peters teaches us, horses are constantly asking am I safe? They need to feel safe. Period.
Day after day I didn’t try to get to ‘that’ side. I kept the focus on him feeling safe and building trust. I did acupressure and bodywork on his right side WHILE I stayed on his comfortable left side.

It ultimately didn’t take long for the day of this picture. We were walking together in round pen and we stopped for snuggles.
I stopped and just stood wth him. Breathing. Dropping. Feeling. Then he went behind my back and put me on his right side. All by himself. I’m never cued, asked, nothing.
I just stood there feeling our connection. His trust. And I thanked him.

To be given that level of trust is no small thing. It’s the best feeling in the world to have a horse simply standing next to you, no touching happening, just with each other, in understanding and love.