What Makes a True Champion?
Winning feels great — and it is important that you have big goals. But being a champion is about more […]
Category: Swine
Reading Your Show Animal’s Body Language
Great showmen don’t just control their animals — they understand them. Every flick of an ear, every shift of weight, […]
Animals That Won’t Walk
We have all had that moment in the show ring when your animal just doesn’t move out like we want. […]
Why Jackpots?
You might be asking, “Why bother with jackpots? The county fair is what really matters.” Here’s the truth: jackpot shows […]
Five-Minute Drills for Every Species
A lot of families overcomplicate showmanship practice. They think it has to take hours every night in the barn. The […]
What Showmanship Principles Never Change
Every species has its quirks. Sheep brace. Market goats brace too — though they wear a collar or a halter. […]
Habits Win Shows
When you walk into the ring, what the judge really sees isn’t just your animal — it’s your habits. Building […]
From Wild to Willing: Beginnings of Training Livestock
If you’ve ever walked into the pen with a brand-new project animal, you know the look — wide eyes, nervous […]
Should Livestock Showmen Desire Criticism?
Here’s a secret most people miss: the very best showmen aren’t afraid of criticism — they actually seek it out. […]
Mastering Your Use of Equipment
In this blog, I’m going to briefly run through the equipment you’ll need for training and showing swine. I’ll give you an explanation for each tool, cover several points of concern, and bust a few myths!