Riding the Spooky Horse
Monday, March 04 2013
It’s been said that the most challenging horses are those who have the most to teach us, but riding a spooky horse can be unpleasant and worrisome, and can even affect your confidence. If you find yourself reluctant to leave the barn because your horse’s spooking is making rides unpleasant, learning how best to handle the situation can make rides more enjoyable for both of you. Evaluate Before you chalk up a horse’s spookiness or re-activeness to a training or behavior issue, eliminate the possibility of it being a physical issue
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Great Shots of Polo Action in Wellington
Monday, March 04 2013
By Jan Westmark-Allan Hilario Ulloa of Alegria advances the ball. All photos by Alan Fabricant The last time I was in Wellington, Florida, I enjoyed watching polo
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs
McLain Ward and Super Trooper de Ness Master $43,000 Ruby et Violette WEF Challenge Cup Round 8
Friday, March 01 2013
Wellington, FL – February 28, 2013 – Week eight of the 2013 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival (FTI WEF), sponsored by G&C Farm , continued on Thursday at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, FL, with the $43,000 Ruby et Violette WEF Challenge Cup Round 8. The win went to U.S.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Return Fire – Available for Adoption!
Thursday, February 28 2013
4 year old, 16hh Thoroughbred gelding “Return Fire” is now available for adoption from our Marysville, Ohio facility! There is one word for this cute gelding- lazy. His favorite gear is standing still watching the world go by which means no need to teach him to stand quietly at the mounting block-he has that down pat! It’s the going to work after that that he questions the need for. The first few minutes of the ride are spend winding him up and convincing him everything is going to be okay and then he goes to work. We haven’t had the opportunity to ride outside due to weather, but I am sure he will be more forward outdoors where he is in his comfort zone. It all comes down to him being young minded and not very worldly even though he did have 5 starts at the track. He will need a rider that can bring along a very green horse that has great basics, but needs a firm but confident leader. Under saddle he is light to ride and is short backed enough to be balanced and athletic.
- Published in Beyond the Track, Z-Blogs
Barn Building 101: Tack, Feed and Other Rooms
Thursday, February 28 2013
When you’re designing your barn for your horses, don’t forget to take into account the people that will be using the facilities as well.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Roffman Rides to High Points at Florida Dressage Classic CDI
Wednesday, February 27 2013
Wellington, FL (February 26, 2013) – What’s better than a great ride on a beautiful horse? Why, two great rides on two horses, of course. Caroline Roffman, who owns and operates Lionshare Dressage with rider and trainer, Endel Ots, continues to successfully campaign the Hanoverian gelding, Bon Chance (Belissimo M x Weltmeyer), winning Sunday’s Developing Horse Prix St Georges (70.147%) at the Florida Dressage Classic CDI, February 14-17, less than a month after equally-consistent Fourth Level marks during the Gold Coast Dressage series, and also had the highest-scoring (66.477%) Lusitano, Uruguai Do Arete, for owners Robinson Lusitanos, in the FEI Prix St George. Roffman said bringing the chestnut gelding Bon Chance, aka Moto, to the show arena at Fourth Level was horse’s first return to the ring since he tied for first in the Six-Year-Old division at the Young Horse Championships in 2012. The goal, after a solid win in the 70’s at Fourth Level, was to bring Bon Chance to Prix St George. With a second place in Saturday’s Developing PSG, and a win on Sunday, the Lionshare Dressage duo is right on track. “I am blessed to develop such horses and am excited for their futures,” she said.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Taking Your Horse’s Vital Signs
Wednesday, February 27 2013
Knowing how to take your horse’s vital signs is imperative in an emergency, and it’s a skill that you should practice ahead of time. Although there’s a range of vital signs considered “normal” for a horse, it’s important to establish a base line so that you know what’s normal for your individual horse. Temperature A horse’s temperature is typically between 99 and 101 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Barn Building 101: Stall Options
Tuesday, February 26 2013
In addition to the basics for comfortable and safe stalls for your horse, there are a lot of add-ons to personalize your stable and to make horse care easier.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Dog of the Day – Missy
Tuesday, February 26 2013
My name is Missy. I was rescued from Louisiana during the flooding last month. I was one of 40 dogs spared from the gas chamber thanks to Big Dog Ranch
- Published in Tails & Trails, Z-Blogs
Time To Talk About Hot Polo Players! (It’s About Time, Too!)
Tuesday, February 26 2013
By Jan Westmark-Allan Nic standing against the wall during his photo shoot. Notice his hair is messy on top of his head – someone had to fix it! While in Wellington recently I had the opportunity to enjoy some polo. Of course the ponies were nice, the atmosphere electric but it was the oh-so-handsome polo players that attracted my attention
- Published in Editor's Notes, Z-Blogs