Making the Change to Bitless
Wednesday, January 22 2014
Bitless bridles have many advantages, and some horses can go very well in them. However, if you’re thinking about transitioning your horse to a bitless bridle , there are some steps you’ll need to take to keep yourself safe. Before you put a bitless bridle on your horse, work with him to make sure that he understands how to give to pressure
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Konik Horse
Monday, January 20 2014
We are all aware of the many tragedies of World War II, but did you know that the war almost brought about the end of an entire breed of horse ? The fall of Germany almost brought the Konik to extinction, but the breed is slowly making a comeback. History The Konik originated in Poland and may have descended from the Tarpan, the wild forest horse which ranged through Europe up until the late 19 th century
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Adrienne Lyle and Olympic Partner Wizard Off to Successful Start in 2014
Monday, January 20 2014
Wellington, FL – January 15, 2014 - Adrienne Lyle and Wizard are back in the arena and ready for action.
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American Cream Draft Horse
Monday, January 13 2014
Did you know that there is only one truly American draft horse breed? The American Cream Draft has existed for more than a century, and the breed of today still has the striking appearance of the mare from which the breed originated. History The American Cream Draft is descended from a mare named Old Granny who lived in Iowa during the early 20 th century
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The Women Can’t Be Beat in $75,000 Nespresso Battle of the Sexes at FTI WEF
Sunday, January 12 2014
Lauren Hough and Böckmanns Lazio Win $25,000 Suncast® 1.50m Championship Jumper Classic; Ashton Alexander and Lordano Top Field in Small Junior Hunter 16-17 presented by EnTrust Capital For Immediate Release Lauren Fisher and Katie Macleod for Jennifer Wood Media, Inc. Wellington, FL – January 10, 2014 – The crowds were out in full force at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) on Saturday night to watch the women’s team earn their sixth consecutive victory in the FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival’s (FTI WEF) $75,000 Nespresso Battle of the Sexes
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Tips for Organizing Your Tack Room
Thursday, January 09 2014
Is your current tack room in need of some attention?
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Grand Champions Polo Club’s Pro Teams Audi, Flight Options Open Season This Week
Thursday, January 09 2014
WELLINGTON, FL-Jan. 8, 2014– –Grand Champions Polo Club-based pro teams Audi and Flight Options will open the 20-goal polo season this week in the Joe Barry Memorial Cup.
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Preventing Ulcers
Friday, January 03 2014
Gastric ulcers, painful sores which form on the lining of a horse’s stomach, can occur and reoccur many times throughout a horse’s life. Ulcers can make your horse uncomfortable , unhappy, and unwilling to work, and treating ulcers is a long and expensive process
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Clipper Care and Maintenance
Wednesday, January 01 2014
If you clip your horse in the winter, then your clippers get in a good workout. A good set of clippers is a substantial investment; keep your clippers running for years by properly maintaining them
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The Jutland Horse
Monday, December 30 2013
The Jutland horse is a beautiful, proud breed. But like many of the lesser-known horse breeds , its numbers are declining. Luckily, the Jutland’s importance to Danish history and culture likely ensures that the breed will not ever be allowed to go extinct
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