Battling Sweet Itch
Friday, June 19 2015
Midges. These tiny little biting flies are pests to both human and horse in the spring, summer, and early fall
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Shattered Illusion – Available for Adoption!
Thursday, June 18 2015
Shattered Illusion (Photo courtesy of New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program) Shattered Illusion (Manny) is available for adoption from New Vocations’ Hummelstown, Pennsylvania, facility. Manny is a 12-year-old, 16.3 h, bay Thoroughbred gelding. Adoption fee is $500
- Published in Beyond the Track, Z-Blogs
Quick Fixes to Make You a Better Rider
Thursday, June 18 2015
We all know that horseback riding takes hard work, dedication, and many hours in the saddle, but these simple quick fixes can help to make you a better rider. Try these solutions to common riding problems and see how they work for you. Hold a Crop Across Your Hands If you have a crop handy, try using it as a tool to stabilize and quiet your hands.
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The Biggest Mistakes Horse Owners Make When Building a Barn
Monday, June 15 2015
If you’re planning on building a horse barn, then you want to make sure that you do it right.
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The Many Uses for Stall Mats
Friday, June 12 2015
Have you heard? Stall mats aren’t just for stalls anymore. These versatile mats can serve countless purposes in your barn
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How to Keep Your Horse Safe in the Sun
Thursday, June 11 2015
Summertime means long, warm, sunny days.
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Honour and Repent – Available for Adoption!
Thursday, June 11 2015
Honour and Repent (Photo courtesy of New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program) Honour and Repent (Remi) is available for adoption from New Vocations’ Hummelstown, Pennsylvania, facility. Remi is a 4-year-old, 16 h, dark bay Thoroughbred mare
- Published in Beyond the Track, Z-Blogs
Traits to Look for in a Good Barn Manager
Thursday, June 11 2015
Your barn manager is entrusted with the care of all of the horses in your barn – a big responsibility. Finding a good barn manager can be a challenge, since the position demands a variety of specialized skills.
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Under the Stars Jumper Nights
Wednesday, June 10 2015
Stableview Farm is still pretty new to the Aiken show seen but it has quickly became a favorite.
- Published in Pacer Pride, Z-Blogs
Reasons Why Horses Make the Best Best Friends
Monday, June 08 2015
Everyone needs a best friend, but equestrians are lucky – we have some of the best best friends in the world. In honor of National Best Friends Day, here are the top reasons why horses make the best best friends. Horses Are Excellent Shoulders to Lean On When it comes to needing a shoulder to lean on, horses can’t be beat.
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