The Growing Sport of Horse Agility
Monday, April 22 2013
Chances are the term “agility” brings to mind dogs racing over courses of obstacles. But did you know that the sport is quickly gaining popularity among the equestrian community, and that the animals negotiating the courses are horses instead of dogs
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A Look at Round Penning
Friday, April 19 2013
If you’re lucky enough to board your horse at a barn with a round pen, then you have access to a valuable training tool.
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Barn Building 101: Environmental Options
Thursday, April 18 2013
If you are trying to make your barn and barn operations more eco-friendly, here are two categories and some ideas of ways you can accomplish this: Products in and around your barn High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) is available as an option with Classic Equine Equipment’s stall systems.
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Ticks and Horses
Wednesday, April 17 2013
Ticks and horses don’t go well together. Depending on your location, you’ll probably have to battle ticks at some point
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The Modern Desert-Horse: The Akhal-Teke
Monday, April 15 2013
Have you ever been lucky enough to have seen one of these unusual looking horses in real life? The Akhal-Teke is an incredible, beautiful breed, and currently there are only about 3,500 of them in the world. A great endurance horse, the Akhal-Teke has an unusual appearance and looks like it’s stepped right out of a history book.
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Spring Cleaning Suggestions
Friday, April 12 2013
As spring finally brings with it warmer weather, chances are you’ll be spending plenty of time in the saddle.
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Barn Building 101: Working With What You’ve Got
Thursday, April 11 2013
Sometimes building a new barn isn’t an option. Perhaps you purchased property with an existing barn and, while the structure is sound and in good repair on the outside, the insides could use some help.
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First Aid Basics – Wound Care
Wednesday, April 10 2013
After a day of turnout, your horse comes in with a few scrapes on his legs.
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Focus on Horse Sports: Ride and Tie
Monday, April 08 2013
As equestrians, we all know that cross-training can be beneficial for both our horses and ourselves.
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