Walking and Talking With Karl Cook

WALKING AND TALKING!! Have you ever wondered what makes the perfect horse walker surface? Let’s dive into our setup and the game-changing design that keeps it durable and easy to maintain. Getting it right isn’t easy—but this solution is next-level! Check it out! #HorseWalker #EquestrianTraining #walkingandtalking

WALKING AND TALKING!! Let’s discuss the aids and devices I use to train better, faster, and more accurately. Accurate training is so critical that fixing a problem that isn’t a problem makes no sense.

WALKING AND TALKING!!! Geneva is a life-changing show. I am so grateful for the experience, but wow, there was so much to learn, I am not perfect and never will be, but I will learn, and I will get better. Caracole, my angel, I devote all my work to be the best I can for you! Thank you so much for the experience. @pomponioranch @chigeneve

WALKING AND TALKING!! Let’s talk about the Santa Anita Grand Prix; what a class, and what a week. Caracole and I have been working so hard at home to make our flow on the course better. Last night was a show of what we have been working on. Never rest; there is always better. Cara, you are the queen. I get emotional even when thinking about you. You are everything.

Walking & Talking - A few weeks ago we covered how we travel internationally with our horses so let’s discuss how we travel locally. In this video, we will cover the design and features of our new local horse trailer. Key features include large, accessible doors and ramps for quick loading and unloading, rubber floors for safety, and a design that allows horses to be loaded backward for enhanc...

WALKING AND TALKING!! Sometimes heading to a show is as easy as driving ten minutes down the road and other times it requires flying across the world. This is how we get our horses across the world safely and in the best health possible!

WALKING AND TALKING!! Let’s talk about the US Olympic selection procedure. No matter what the system and process are there is always better so let’s talk about some simple tangible solutions. Some may be nervous about what I have to say but given my recent experience, I believe we can all move forward together. So take a deep breath, this will be fun.

Let’s fit my new #swelham bit. I have received some messages/comments from people wanting to see the Swelham on a bridle so let's go over it. If I do not touch on something you would like to see, comment below and I’ll be happy to address it.

Walking and Talking!!! After taking some time to process, let’s talk about the final individual round at the #Paris2024 #Olympics

WALKING AND TALKING!! Let’s talk about the team final, the course, our round, and the silver medal. My unicorn lady #Caracole has just been on another level of brilliance, she loves showing back in her native France. Everyone on the @usajumping team has given all and it paid off. What a dream come true and a life-altering experience. Thank you so much everyone @pomponioranch it takes the whole tea...

WALKING AND TALKING!! Let’s talk about our round in the first round of the team final here at the Paris #olympics in Versailles. What an amazing experience for the best team on the grid. We qualified just behind Germany in second. Let’s get this thing done. All or nothing for gold!! @pomponioranch @usajumping

WALKING AND TALKING!! Therapies play a critical role in our program. As with everything we integrate our vets and body worker (who is also a board-certified vet and not some random whacko) in every element. We adjust our training to reflect the horse’s specific therapies, vet work, and feeding. Within the umbrella of therapies, we use laser therapy a lot. When you understand what it does and does...

Walking and Talking! Let's release a brand new product! Introducing my latest creation - the Swelham! It's a unique hybrid of the best features from a swale and a Pelham bit. I developed and created the prototype years ago, and now it's time to share its special features with you. Watch the video where I explain in detail how it functions. I'm excited for you to try it and share yo...

WALKING AND TALKING!! Let’s talk about the La Baule Grand Prix with the unbelievable Caracole De La Roque! On the back of our week in Rome she comes here and delivers another spellbinding performance to finish second in the GP. We were so close to first, and would have had it with a slightly refined track. Caracole is on fire, everyone @pomponioranch is giving everything they got to this summer an...

WALKING AND TALKING!! Our after show secrets, are well… not so secret. We do simple things with correct timing to boost recovery. Timing is everything. No special product, device, or method. Thanks to @imogen_hiltermann for the great question!

WALKING & TALKING - Today I am answering a great question by @catherinehormats regarding hand placement & framing. Hand placement is critical but it can only be talked about in conjunction with your body movements. Everything your body does is felt by the horse and you can separate different parts of your body. I’ll present some guides I think about but they are guides not rules. At the en...

WALKING AND TALKING!!! Let’s round review the Grand Prix of Rome from yesterday. What an experience with a life altering horse. Caracole is a goddess among mortals(my opinion of course, but I’m right). I told Cara in the morning if we jumped clear we could go fast in the jump off, of all horses I have ridden no horse loves to go fast more than her. In the jump off she was on rails and she had no d...

WALKING AND TALKING!!! Let’s talk about how a high level program is built. You thinks all about the more you spend the better, unfortunately that assumption is wrong. A high level program is about impeccable execution using basic products and in this video I’ll show you what I mean.  Do not over think, be consistent and repeatable and your horses will flourish.

Walking & Talking - Colic is a scary and potentially life-threatening issue for horses. But it doesn't have to be a constant worry! In this video, I share the steps we took at our barn to significantly reduce colic cases. Learn how we created a healthier environment for our horses and gained peace of mind. #colic   #horsecolic   #horse   #equestrian

WALKING AND TALKING!! Let’s talk transportation. In all our years of driving ten minutes down the road to all the way across the country and across the pond we have learned a lot. As you can guess success is a series of many steps when followed bring the risk as close to zero as possible. Like anything with horses it takes a good amount of knowledge and real feel for your horses. In this video I s...

Walking & Talking: Keeping your horse's hooves healthy shouldn't be left to chance! Regular trims prevent cracks, chips, and uneven wear, ensuring proper posture and movement. Daily hoof checks and cleaning remove dirt, debris, and moisture that can lead to infections like thrush. Dietary adjustments, in consultation with your vet, can promote strong hoof growth. Be on the lookout for...

WALKING AND TALKING!!!! Oh baby Kalinka let’s goo!! What an amazing way to cap off the season her in Wellington. You’re my guardian angel Dinky and I love you so much! Thank you to the whole Pomponio team on an amazing night, let’s get home now, wooo!! @chromehorsetequila

WALKING & TALKING - Let’s talk about #saddlesoap and how you can use it to bring your #leather back to life! #saddle soap is a gentle yet effective cleaner that removes dirt, grime, and sweat from all your leather goods. It also helps condition the leather, keeping it supple and preventing cracks.

WALKING AND TALKING!! Most conversations about #horsemanship are about big flashy and exciting aspects of #horsecare . In truth great #horse care is all about dedication to the tiniest details every single day as well as finding simplest ways to keep everything running smooth. With that in mind let’s talk about the lowly #feed bucket? It occupies barely a blip in most people’s mind but wow are the...

WALKING AND TALKING!!! Let’s talk about how the #FEI could work with riders, trainers and managers to regulate and control the over showing of #horses. I present an objective numbers based system modeled after the points system used to calculate riders world rank. It is simple and would help adjust the conversation to be much more constructive.