Horsemen Against Cancer benefit

Rick Wheat of Whisperide works with a horse that is not even halter broke. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

He is trying to get the horse to trust him by letting him touch her. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

Whisperide is committed to enhancing the way horses are trained and ridden through a process of persuasion, patience, kindness, respect and trust. Ultimately, improving the traditional relationship between horse and rider, insuring the rider is able to fully enjoy the real love of horses. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

Whisperide's mission is achieved by understanding the true nature of a horse and having the horse understand the needs of the rider. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

Rick is using a Noavel headstall to work with the mare. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

The Noavel Headstall was invented by Rick Wheat, West Quest's "Cowboy of the Year". As a Horse Whisperer and Working Cowboy, he sought a tool to assist with problematic horses. According to the thousands of people who have since learned how to use the Noavel Headstall, "This product is the most valuable invention of our time." (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

The Noavel Headstall's distinctive nose piece most effectively replaces the bit. It's designed to work with the horse's nature, thru a "bump and release" principle. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

This process allows for instant and clear communication by touching five different pressure points on the horses nose. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

As a tool the headstall supports the Whisperide Philosophy of building incredible relationships of trust and respect between horse and rider. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

Some of the benefits of the Noavel Headstall when used with a steady and consistent hand: * Gently establishes leadership with the horse (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

* Maintains the dignity of the horse * Builds a Relationship of trust with the horse * Assures your time spent with the horse is most effective (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

* Allows the horse to focus on rider commands rather than the bit. * Improves the oral, breathing, and overall health of the horse, * Brings back the pleasure in horse training and riding, and produces real results (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

* Improves safety for the rider, Farrier and the horse * Prevents damage to expensive trailers and equipment * Solves issues with problematic Horses (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

Rick tells the horses owners, "That was lucky!" The horse took the saddling really well considering the problems she gave when he was breaking her to lead. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

A few hiccups as the horse is figuring out the saddle is not going anywhere! (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

When beginning to ride a horse, the rider always begins by applying pressure to the left stirrup from the ground. That person always keeps one foot on the ground just in case the horse bolts. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

Next, body weight is applied completely to one side to see what the horse's reaction will be. If the horse takes that pressure well after a few times, the rider will continue. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

Many spectators came out to watch as Rick Wheat broke a four-year-old Clydesdale to ride. This horse did not take as long to break as he was already halter broken and had a great deal of ground work already done. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

Whisperide was founded by Phil Morrell, an entrepreneur, leader and loving father who sought more natural and gentle product and training alternatives for his herds that roamed his Missouri Preserve. Just as he cares for his own children he wanted the best for his magnificent horses and started researching products and training techniques available on the market. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

The horse was very docile as many "gentle giants" are until Rick pulled the cinch tight. Draft horses are known for their gentle nature. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

Phil Morrell was soon introduced to Rick Wheat, a man who shared many of the values Phil had concerning horse care and training. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

Rick Wheat a renowned trainer and clinician for most of his entire life came with a long list of accomplishments and prestige. He rode the rodeo Circuit for many years riding bareback and saddle broncos. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

Wheat was voted "All Around Cowboy" and "Pick Up Man of the Year" for several years in a row. He soon started his own Rodeo Company and was soon voted Producer of the Year. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

Rick's extensive expertise and background led him to develop a training headstall that complimented his training techniques that focused on the nature of a horse. (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)

Wheat named his invention the "Noavel Headstall" since its design looked like an oval that sat on the horse's nose! After several successful years of training with the Noavel, Rick patented the Headstall! (Rachel Harper/Democrat-News)