New Beginnings: Little Changes That Mean Big Improvements for Your Barn
Friday, January 09 2015
by Editor
Years of use can take a toll on your horse barn, but luckily big improvements don’t have to mean big renovations. If you’re looking to give your barn a new beginning in 2015 but don’t want to do a full renovation, there are still many ways that you can improve it. Horse Stalls Adding new horse stalls can drastically improve the appearance, function and safety of your barn
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How to Make Blanketing Your Horse Easier
Thursday, January 08 2015
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As January hits, winter may be taking a toll on your blanketing morale. Are you tired of changing blankets and dealing with tears and rips? We’ve come up with some great tips to make blanketing easier for you.
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Keeping Your Arthritic Horse Comfortable in the Winter
Wednesday, January 07 2015
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Winter can be rough on horses, especially those with arthritis.
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The Clydesdale
Monday, January 05 2015
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Few draft horses are as iconic as the Clydesdale. Whether pulling a classic rig or the famous Budweiser wagon, the Clydesdale is a breed that is recognizable in most American homes. Want to learn more about this beautiful breed?
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New Beginnings: Choosing a New Discipline
Friday, January 02 2015
by Editor
Happy New Year! We’re fresh into 2015, and now is the perfect time for change. This month we’ll be showcasing a series of “New Beginnings” blogs, each of which will give you a look at a potential area of change in your life with horses.
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Top New Year’s Resolutions for Horseback Riders
Wednesday, December 31 2014
by Editor
Are you still searching for that perfect New Year’s resolution? We’re here to help.
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December 28, 2011: Steven Spielberg’s War Horse Was Released
Monday, December 29 2014
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On December 28, 2011 the world was given a glimpse into the life of military horses with the release of Steven Spielberg’s War Horse . This dramatic DreamWorks film brought to life the 1982 children’s novel War Horse written by Michael Morpurgo. Morpurgo wrote War Horse after speaking with World War I veterans about their attachment to their cavalry horses.
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How to Do Good With Your Old Horse Equipment
Friday, December 26 2014
by Editor
If you’re lucky, you received some great new horse equipment for Christmas. Whether you got that new pair of boots that you needed, or your horse got a new blanket and halter, chances are that you now have some old equipment that you don’t really need. During this season of giving, that old equipment can be the perfect way to make a generous gift to a local rescue or nonprofit.
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The Fell Pony
Monday, December 22 2014
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The Fell Pony has a rich and unique history dating all the way back to 15,000 B.C.
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Tips to Prepare for Your Horse’s Move to a New Boarding Barn
Friday, December 19 2014
by Editor
When planning to move your horse to a new boarding barn, it’s helpful to make a to-do list to ensure that you get everything necessary done before the day of the move. Knowing that you have accomplished what you need to do before the move will make the actual moving day less stressful on both you and your horse. Need to put together a to-do list
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