Pure Joy Horsemanship

Pure Joy Horsemanship I'm a positive reinforcement horse trainer, Certified Riding Instructor, Certified Equine Nutritionist, horse wellness, rehabilitation, and behavior expert.

I teach healthy riding practices, hoof trimming. I'm available for consults and clinics. Welcome! My name is Dale Rudin. I am a welfare-centered horse trainer. I use scientifically proven methods to improve your horse's physiological health and emotional wellbeing. I am a CHA Certified English and Western riding instructor, Certified Equine Nutritionist, and saddle fitter. I specialize in compassi

onate resolution of mild to severe behavior problems and restoring horses to optimum emotional and physical comfort and health. I am a founding member of Force Free Tennessee, an organization that supports humane low-stress training, handling and care. Check out my articles in Horse Illustrated magazine, HorseChannel.com, and WoofOnNashville.com

I welcome horses at our farm, Lyric Valley Ranch in Santa Fe, TN, for liberty, skills, and performance training, and hoof, behavioral, and physical rehabilitation. I am available for instruction and consultation locally and remotely. I love helping people and their horses better understand each other, build confidence, and create a joyful relationship together. Visit Purejoyhorsemanship.com for info. We are also proud of our not-for-profit equine sanctuary, Pure Joy Horse Haven. Visit Purejoyhorsehaven.org or better yet, schedule a time to come out and see what we do. �

02/14/2025

02/06/2025

Join us this February 15th for “How to Read Your Horse’s Body Language”- a fresh perspective that will ensure you’re reading your horse correctly and preventing any unnecessary stress and confusion! This course is completely ONLINE and will be filled with the most up-to-date knowledge on equine communication and interpretation. Register here: purejoyhorsemanship.com/clinics. All proceeds go to benefit Pure Joy Horsemanship!

02/03/2025

Special thank you to Dale Rudin of Pure Joy Horsemanship for hosting our clicker training event. We have another tool for our toolbox and are super excited to try out some new techniques.

TOMORROW IS THE DAY!! (Sat, Feb 1st)Join us at HorsePlay Inc for Welcome to Clicker Training!! There’s still time to re...
01/31/2025

TOMORROW IS THE DAY!! (Sat, Feb 1st)
Join us at HorsePlay Inc for Welcome to Clicker Training!!

There’s still time to register to learn how to improve your horse’s behavior with kind, clear and scientifically proven well-centered techniques!

To register- check out our Events tab, or visit our website here:

www.purejoyhorsemanship.com/clinics

All proceeds from this event support both Pure Joy Horsemanship AND Horse Play Inc!!

**Hoof Education Series - What Do You See? ** The REVEAL! Here's what I see when I look at this hoof-butt photo. First ...
01/31/2025

**Hoof Education Series - What Do You See? ** The REVEAL!

Here's what I see when I look at this hoof-butt photo.

First the heel bulbs are asymmetrically developed. The left side is more compressed than the right, however there are what look like compression ridges in the right side that show a different growth pattern than the left side.

The hair line angles and positions don't match either. The texture of the heels isn't healthy and doesn't match either.

There's also a deep, and crooked, "crack" in the back of the hoof that runs up into the hairline. That's a really clear sign that the back of the hoof isn't functioning well and has become compressed.

The heel wall height/length is uneven. That's reflecting an uneven sole, because the heels were trimmed to the level of the sole The sole and the outside of the hoof reflect the position and function of internal structures - blood flow too.

In time, a correct trim will allow the hoof to adopt a healthier shape and become more balanced. When that happens there will be an increase of function in the back of the hoof. The tissues will gain a smoother more even appearance.

Would you like to see your horse's hooves presented in the hoof education series? Drop me a dm with pics.

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The back of the foot doesn't get enough attention. The angles are much more sexy and exciting! Aren't they?

Who really cares about the hoof's butt?

I do! I want you to care too. 😁

The back of the hoof is the PRIMARY dispersion mechanism of ALL the forces placed upon the hoof coming up from the ground and down from the body.

If it ain't functioning properly, your horse is in trouble.

What's the picture of the back end of this hoof tell you about how well it's able to perform?

A reminder to all, this is a safe forum in which we can ALL learn without judgement or criticism. I look forward to your comments, thoughts, and questions.

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01/30/2025

Positive reinforcement is about creating a cooperative relationship with your horse based on trust, choice, and clear communication.

Sounds good, doesn't it?

Welcome to Clicker Training!!

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Did you know that ALL our products, services, and events support Purejoyhorsehaven.org, a non-profit dedicated to rehabi...
01/30/2025

Did you know that ALL our products, services, and events support Purejoyhorsehaven.org, a non-profit dedicated to rehabilitating abused and traumatized horses that provides welfare-centered education?

Your generous donations help us support the horses at our sanctuary for life and give us the opportunity to give help anyone who needs us. We never turn anyone away.

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At Pure Joy Horsemanship, we prioritize horse well-being through Welfare-Centered Horse Training, Horse Training and Rehabilitation and personalized Horse & Rider Assessments and Consulting. Led by Dale Rudin, our compassionate approach meets both physical and emotional needs, fostering healthy rela...

**Hoof Education Series - What Do You See? **The back of the foot doesn't get enough attention. The angles are much mor...
01/28/2025

**Hoof Education Series - What Do You See? **

The back of the foot doesn't get enough attention. The angles are much more sexy and exciting! Aren't they?

Who really cares about the hoof's butt?

I do! I want you to care too. 😁

The back of the hoof is the PRIMARY dispersion mechanism of ALL the forces placed upon the hoof coming up from the ground and down from the body.

If it ain't functioning properly, your horse is in trouble.

What's the picture of the back end of this hoof tell you about how well it's able to perform?

A reminder to all, this is a safe forum in which we can ALL learn without judgement or criticism. I look forward to your comments, thoughts, and questions.

Purejoyhorsemanship.com

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Join us this February 15th for “How to Read Your Horse’s Body Language”- a fresh perspective that will ensure you’re reading your horse correctly and preventing any unnecessary stress and confusion! This course is completely ONLINE and will be filled with the most up-to-date knowledge on equine communication and interpretation. Register here: purejoyhorsemanship.com/events All proceeds go to benefit Pure Joy Horsemanship!

“How to Read Your Horse’s Body Language”- completely ONLINE course
“How to Read Your Horse’s Body Language”- completely ONLINE course

Join us this February 15th for “How to Read Your Horse’s Body Language”- a fresh perspective that will ensure you’re reading your horse correctly and preventing any unnecessary stress and confusion! This course is completely ONLINE and will be filled with the most up-to-date knowledge on equine communication and interpretation. Register here: purejoyhorsemanship.com/clinics. All proceeds go to benefit Pure Joy Horsemanship! #purejoyhorsehaven #equinebehaviorconsultant #equinelove

**Hoof Education Series - What Do You See?? This is a freshly erupted abscess. This hoof is in the process of ejecting unhealthy material from inside the hoof. Abscesses can be a sign of disease, but they can also be a natural and necessary part of the healing process. #horsehelp #equineeducation #equinenutritionconsultant #equinehealth #equinewellness #horsehooves #horsehoof #barefoothoofcare #hoofrehab #horsesinpain #laminitis #horsehooves #equinerehab #horserehab #horsecaretips #horsehooftrimming #horsehealth #purejoyhorsehaven #purejoyhorsemanship

Want to have FUN training your horse, feel confident, and be satisfied with the results? Then positive reinforcement is the training technique for you and the Welcome to Clicker Training!! class is the place for you to get started. 👏😍 Here's what you'll learn... How Clicker Training Works What Tools You Need Food Delivery Skills Timing the Click Your Horse's First Lesson Avoiding Food Related Behavior Issues You're going to LOVE this class and feel EMPOWERED by what you learn. It's this Saturday Feb 1st at 1pm HorsePlay Inc in Tullahoma. We'll be in a comfortable fully inclosed indoor space. All you need is a desire to have an amazing relationship with your horse, make training easy, and give your horse awesome life experiences. Register today at https://www.purejoyhorsemanship.com/event-list Check out next zoom class too and help us spread the word. 💕 Thanks! #happyhorses #horsehelp #equinewelfare #horsetraining #horsetrainingtips #horsemanship #horsewisdom #horsebehavior #welfarecenteredhorsemanship #equineeducation #equineemotions #horseemotions #horsehumanrelationship #purejoyhorsehaven #naturalhorsemanship #nashvilleevents #nonprofit #equinewellness #evidencebasedhorsemanship #compassionatehorsemanship #clickertraininghorses #positivehorsemanship

I'm so proud of my Teach and Trim graduate, Andrew! He's rocking barefoot hoof trimming and giving his horses the comfort and balance they deserve! Yay! Hoof trimming is easier than you think. 👏😁 If you want to give it a try, let me know! Learn more at Purejoyhorsemanship.com. #happyhorses #horsehelp #equinewelfare #equinewellness #horsehooves #horsehoof #barefoothoofcare #horsesinpain #laminitis #healthyhooves #horseeducation #barefoothoofcare #barefoothorse #welfarecenteredhorsemanship #equinecare

Pure Joy Horse Haven takes in any animal who needs a safe landing. Spectre was completely feral when he first appeared. Now he greets me when I come home! ❤️ Purejoyhorsehaven.org #tennesseehorsefarm #tennesseefarmlife #tennesseehorsetraining #coolcat #horsesanctuary #equinesanctuary #welfarecenteredhorsemanship #equinenutritionconsultant

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For the Good of the Horse

I believe in a strong, healthy, humane horse-human relationship centered around trust, comfort, compassion, and understanding. Success is measured by how our interactions benefit the horse and enrich his life. I offer horse training, horsemanship, riding instruction, and resolve behavior problems using science-based knowledge of natural horse herd behavior, physiology/biomechanics, cognition, and learning.

Horses are sensitive, highly capable, and intelligent creatures. I work with their true nature and use force-free and fear-free communication techniques to give them a voice and a choice. This reduces stress, creates relaxation, and builds confidence. It decreases reactive behavior and encourages cognitive thought and problem solving. It also helps our horses overcome past fears and reduces anxiety.

Their body must be balanced and comfortable as well. Proper nutrition, a healthy lifestyle, proper tack and equipment, and a conditioning/fitness/riding program that follows sound biomechanics are essential for every horse to flourish no matter their breed or endeavors.

We must all learn and strive to be the best we can for our horses in order for them to be the best horse they can be for us. Unnatural Horsemanship celebrates of the horse-human relationship. I help owners/riders/handlers better understand their equine partners and build a long lasting connection founded on mutual respect and clear compassionate communication. I will give you the tools to feel safe, successful, and have an incredible experience with your horse.