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
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
TIME FLIES
Thursday, January 16 2014
Samantha Senft and Early Morning, 2012 Team Gold Medal at Young Riders for zone 4 Soon after I began my career as a trainer I met the Senft family. Karen Senft visited me during one of my travel lessons at a nearby facility and asked if I could come help her with some of her students at Hunters Pond farm
- Published in In the Irons, Z-Blogs
The Importance of a Good Website for Your Barn
Friday, January 10 2014
It seems that the entire world is now connected to the internet, which means that your barn’s website is now more important than ever before. A website can be a powerful marketing tool for your barn, but only if it’s done well. Here are some tips to bring your website up to speed in today’s ever-connected world
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
The Caspian Horse
Monday, January 06 2014
The Caspian Horse is one of the oldest breeds alive today, having descended from the horses ridden as early as 3400 B.C.E. Re-discovered in 1965, the Caspian has become a breed which makes an excellent mount for children
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
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
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
2014 New Year Resolutions
Friday, December 27 2013
With the approach of the New Year, resolutions are on everyone’s mind. Have you already planned yours for this year?
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
What Horses Give Us
Wednesday, December 25 2013
On this day of gift giving we thought it would be nice to take a step back and think about the special gifts that our horses give to us every day. Here are some of our favorites. Strength On the back of a horse, we have strength far greater than any we would ever posse on our own.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Meet Our Members: Manon Quilodran
Monday, December 23 2013
Manon is one of our new freshman to join the team! Always has a smile on her face and has an amazing mother who supports our team greatly! We are so excited to have her join us in Aiken! Name: Manon Quilodran Year is school: Freshman Major: Biology, pre- vet hopeful Hometown: Poolesville Horse Name: Orison Breed: OTTB Age: 11 Level: Novice, moving up to Training Where do you keep your horse/Train with?: At Chime Bell Station with Kate Brown How did you start riding?: my best friend had a birthday party at the barn her horse was kept at, I wanted to ride immediately after and two weeks later I started at a hunter lesson barn in MD. Biggest riding accomplishment
- Published in Pacer Pride, Z-Blogs
Warm Ups and Cool Downs in Cold Weather
Wednesday, December 18 2013
Winter rides can be fun – with the proper tack and clothing, you and your horse can enjoy dashing through the snow. It’s important to take precautions to warm up and cool down your horse properly, though, especially in the cold weather
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Do You Talk to Your Horse ? “HeartMind Speak” Part I
Tuesday, December 17 2013
Horse-Human Communication For years I would ask people if they talked to their horses and if they heard what their horses said to them. I think this was a way to find out if there were other people out there who always heard the “little voices in their heads”. Come on all your closet ‘horse whispers” admit you talk to your horse all the time. You can tell alot about a trainer and your barn if you just listen to the dialogue going on
- Published in Between the Ears, Z-Blogs