The Legacy of Top Show Jumper Big Ben
Monday, December 01 2014
Few show jumpers are as renowned as the legendary Big Ben.
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How to Choose a Show Name for Your Horse
Wednesday, November 26 2014
What’s in a name? Well, a lot, actually. And when it comes to naming horses, especially those that have to be registered, you may find yourself facing quite the challenge
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The Chincoteague Pony
Monday, November 24 2014
Are you a sucker for pintos? How about round, fluffy ponies? The Chincoteague Pony combines both of those characteristics into an eye-catching pony with a rich and unusual history.
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National Go for a Ride Day
Friday, November 21 2014
Did you know that tomorrow is National Go for a Ride Day? National Go for a Ride Day encourages everyone to get out and go for a ride, whether it be by car, bicycle, train, or, of course, horseback
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Use Horse Stall Partitions to Create Atmosphere In Your Barn
Thursday, November 20 2014
There are many ways to create atmosphere in your barn, such as the use of high ceilings, wide aisles, and plenty of natural light with barn windows and skylights. But one factor will have a significant influence on the atmosphere of your barn: stall partitions . Before you just settle on any stall partition, consider these ways that the partition will affect your barn.
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How to Keep Horse Stall Water From Freezing in the Winter
Wednesday, November 19 2014
When the temperatures dip below 32 degrees, keeping the water in your horse stalls from freezing can be a challenge. There’s only so much frozen bucket hammering that one can take during the winter, and freezing water buckets can put your horse at a higher risk of colic. There are a number of ways that you can help to keep stall water from freezing.
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Remembering Top Show Jumper Gem Twist
Monday, November 17 2014
On November 18, 2006, the world lost one of its best show jumpers: Thoroughbred Gem Twist was euthanized following a pulled muscle that prevented him from standing. The 27-year-old horse led an impressive and inspiring career at the Grand Prix level under multiple riders. Gem Twist, born in 1979, competed in show jumping from 1985 to 1997.
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Creative Ways to Recycle Around the Barn
Friday, November 14 2014
From recycled racehorses to recycled horse manure, there are tons of ways to recycle around the barn. With America Recycles Day upon us, here are some creative ways to recycle and repurpose things around the barn to get you started on your recycling. Repurpose Horsehair Have you pulled your horse’s mane or tail lately?
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Tips for Marketing a Boarding Barn
Thursday, November 13 2014
Marketing is an important aspect of running a successful boarding barn business . But marketing a barn is very different from marketing a product
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Making Horse Care Arrangements for the Holidays
Wednesday, November 12 2014
Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, and the December holidays aren’t far behind.
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