Boyd Rice

Boyd Rice

19 Episodes

Boyd Rice's remarkable journey in the Western performance horse industry exemplifies a fusion of natural talent, hard work, and familial support. From a young age, Boyd was surrounded by accomplished professionals within the Rice family, including his father Sonny, uncles Raymond and Ronnie, cousin Tag, and brother Matlock, all cutting horse trainers. Despite this heritage, Boyd's success was not a given; it required dedication and perseverance. Under his father's tutelage, Boyd learned the intricacies of horsemanship and began showing in youth cutting contests at the age of 7. Following high school graduation, he married Halee Reed, a ranch-raised cowgirl, and embarked on a journey that saw him transition from ranch work to operating a public training stable in Spearman, Texas. Over the years, Boyd's reputation for producing well-broke horses steadily grew, culminating in his relocation to Fort Worth, the heart of the NCHA. Alongside his wife Halee and their three children—Tatum, Tarin, and Trea—Boyd cultivated a family-oriented approach to business, intertwining their love for horses with their solid family values. Today, their legacy continues as their children follow in their footsteps, contributing to the family's success while upholding their cherished values both in and out of the show pen.

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Boyd Rice
  • Getting a Smooth Lead Departure

    Episode 1

    Boyd Rice explains why a smooth lead depature is important. He also demonstrates how he teaches his young horses to have a smooth lead departure.

  • Boyd Rice’s Bit Collection

    Episode 2

  • Increasing your reining score

    Episode 3

    Learn how you can improve your reining score in the reined cowhorse events from Boyd Rice.

  • Teaching the Sliding Stop

    Episode 4

    In this video, Boyd explains how he teaches a horse to have a sliding stop. He explains what a slding stop requires and how to prep the horse to start learning this maneuver.

  • Softening to the Bit

    Episode 5

    In this video, Boyd Rice demonstrates how he gets a horse to soften to the bit. He talks about why this is important and gives some tips for people who are struggling with this technique.

  • Working a ThreeYearOld with a NonPro

    Episode 6

    Boyd coaches a nonpro rider through working a cow. He talks about different ways to boost your score when showing and knowing the right level for your horse.

  • Keeping the Shoulder Picked Up

    Episode 7

    Boyd explains that keeping your horse's shoulder picked up is the key to controlling your horse in any discipline.

  • Boxing a Cow

    Episode 8

    Boy works with a cow and talks us through every step and move he makes.

  • How to Build a Foundation

    Episode 9

    Boyd explains how he builds a foundation on a horse and talks about why it is so important.

  • Building Foundation Before Adding Speed

    Episode 10

    Boyd Rice explains why it's important to build a horse's foundation before trying to add speed to your run.

  • Don't Fatigue Your Horse

    Episode 11

    In this video, Brad talks about why he has never tried to fatigue a horse. He explains that once you overwork them mentally and physically, they won't be receptive to learning anything new.

  • Dry Work on the Fence

    Episode 12

    Boyd talks about how he will work his horses on down the fence without a cow before introducing them to cows. He explains why this helps the horse in the long run and demonstrates th dry work on the fence.

  • Getting Your Horse to Settle During Cow Work

    Episode 13

    In this video, Boyd explains why he works his horses down the fence without a cow before introducing the cow.

  • The Benefits of Circles

    Episode 14

    In this video, Boyd explains why he likes to walk his horses in small circles as a warmup. He says that it helps get them off his leg, keep their mind focused, and help soften them to the bit. Next, he shows us the same exercise but at the trot.

  • Body Position for Working a Cow

    Episode 15

    Boyd talks about how you should position your body when working a cow. Then, he demonstrates and explains why you should keep your position the same throughout your ride rather than moving all over the place.

  • Using Your Feet

    Episode 16

    Boyd talks about how he uses his feet to get his horse to back up quickly and lightly. He explains that if you only pull on his face to back, he will end up heavy and resistant. Then, Boyd explains how he uses his feet to get a hard stop and to go forward.

  • Don’t Get Too Tight on the Cow

    Episode 17

    In this video, Boyd explains why it's important to not get too close to a cow when working it on the fence. He talks about problems you'll run into and how it will set your horse up for anticipation.

  • Boxing a Cow to Improve Your Horse’s Turn

    Episode 18

    Boyd demonstrates boxing a cow. He walks us through every move he makes and explains how he is working on his horse’s turn. His horse feels sticky behind and isn’t turning as quickly as Boyd would like, so he shows us how he fixes it.

  • Moving Your Horse's Hip Over

    Episode 19

    Boyd explains moving his horse’s hip over will make it easier for him to turn when going down the fence. Then, he demonstrates how he moves his hip and show us the improvement it made with his horse.