Should You Take on Boarders?
Wednesday, July 16 2014
If you have your own barn and a few empty stalls , it might be tempting to open your facility up to boarders. Bringing in boarders has some advantages, in that it can bring in some money and will create more activity at your barn. But should you take on boarders?
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The Waler Horse
Monday, July 14 2014
While you’ve likely heard of the Australian Stock Horse, did you know that there’s another breed that was hugely influential to Australia’s development? The Waler, a lesser-known breed, proved itself to be a phenomenal cavalry horse during the 20 th century.
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Reasons Why Senior Horses Are Amazing
Wednesday, July 09 2014
Are you lucky enough to have a senior horse in your barn ?
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How to Save Your Tack from the Rain
Wednesday, July 02 2014
Downpours can happen unexpectedly, and whether you’re in the show ring, in the middle of a lesson, or out on the trails, you may find yourself unable to keep your tack from getting wet. Did you get caught in the rain
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Ponying a Horse
Friday, June 27 2014
Ponying a horse can be a great tool, whether used as a training method for a younger horse or as a way to exercise two horses at the same time. But ponying a horse can get tricky; you’ll be handling two horses at once from the saddle.
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The Emergency Stop
Friday, June 20 2014
If you’ve ever been on a runaway horse, you know how frightening that can be. And if you haven’t been on one yet, then we hope you never have that experience! True, out-of-control runaways are highly dangerous, and stopping them can be a challenge.
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Recognizing the Signs of Concussion In a Rider
Wednesday, June 18 2014
Last month we featured a blog post on how to handle a rider who’s been in a serious fall. In some cases, it will be plainly evident that a rider is injured – they’re knocked unconscious or they have broken a bone. In other cases, though, the injuries might not be quite so apparent.
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What to do when your Horse Rears
Friday, June 13 2014
A rearing horse is dangerous and frightening for any rider.
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Helping Your Child Pack for a Summer Horse Camp
Thursday, May 29 2014
You’ve decided on the perfect summer riding camp for your child, and the camp has sent you a list of suggested items to pack.
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Basic Human First-Aid That Any Horse Person Should Know
Friday, May 16 2014
Do you know what to do in the event that a rider is injured and is left unconscious? Could you recognize the signs of shock, and do you know how to treat it? If you spend time around horses, then it’s possible that you will have to help a rider in a serious situation.
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