Basic Groundwork
Friday, November 22 2013
While winter weather may cut into your riding time, your horse’s training doesn’t have to come to an end. There are many groundwork exercises that any horse can benefit from, and some can even be performed in your barn aisle or in your horse’s stall . Here are a few suggestions to get you and your horse started
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Classic Q&A: The Importance of Drawings in Planning a Barn
Thursday, November 21 2013
Do you know what your dream barn will look like? Maybe it’s one you’ve been dreaming up since you were a child. But when it comes to planning to build that dream barn, having some basic drawings done before you start planning out the details will help with the whole process
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Pulling a Shoe in an Emergency
Wednesday, November 20 2013
If your horse wears shoes, then at some point you’ll probably discover that he’s removed one all on his own. But if you should discover your horse has only partially dislodged his shoe, you may need to take matters into your own hands if your farrier is not immediately available. Leaving a horse with a partially dislodged or a loose shoe can put him at risk of harming himself.
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Guest Post: Prevent Disease Outbreaks in Your Barn
Tuesday, November 19 2013
Nothing makes news like the outbreak of a contagious illness at a barn or equine sporting event. Over the past few years, horse owners and barn managers were awakened to the importance of disease prevention as Equine Herpesvirus cases appeared in states throughout the U.S
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Ardennes Horse
Monday, November 18 2013
Over hundreds of years, horses have made huge contributions to human society. War horses were instrumental in shaping the course of human history, and the Ardennes horse is among one of the oldest breeds of horses to serve in battle
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Barn Management During the Winter
Friday, November 15 2013
The winter brings with it a host of barn management challenges. Snow and freezing temperatures can wreak havoc on your barn if you’re not prepared for them. Here are some important points to keep in mind as the cold temperatures approach
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Classic Q&A: The European Stall Series
Thursday, November 14 2013
If you want your barn to have a truly graceful, classic appearance, then Classic Equine Equipment’s European Stall Series might be just the stall for you. Today Jim Johnson, Classic Equine Equipment Sales Representative, discusses the elegance that the European Stall Series could bring to your barn. The European Stall Series is Classic Equine Equipment’s top-line stall series, offering the most elegant look of all of the stall systems
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Bruised Soles
Wednesday, November 13 2013
If your horse has been showing hoof sensitivity, but doesn’t have any signs of an abscess, bruised soles might be the issue. Bruised soles are a common occurrence, but thankfully they’re easily treated and prevented. What Are Bruised Soles?
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Warlander
Monday, November 11 2013
Andalusians and Friesians are undeniably beautiful and talented breeds, and each excels in different disciplines and fashions today. Have you ever considered what would happen if the two breeds were to be crossed? Well, the Warlander is the answer to that very question.
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Blanket Safety
Friday, November 08 2013
We blanket our horses to keep them warm each winter, but do you consider your horse’s safety when you blanket him? An ill-fitting or poorly adjusted blanket can actually endanger your horse; here are some things to remember as you dig out your blanket collection for the winter.
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