Horse shows can be fun, tiresome, rewarding, and exciting. They also rev up my appetite BIG TIME. I find that after my class I am starving! It is like once the butterflies and nervousness subsides, whats left is starvation. Continue reading “How to Eat Healthy at a Horse Show”
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Equestrian Gifts Made Easy – The Buckaroo Box
The Buckaroo Box
Are you tired of searching for the perfect gift? Gift giving should be easy and fun, not stressful (which is often the case!) Gift boxes are all the rage and make gift giving SO much simpler. Continue reading “Equestrian Gifts Made Easy – The Buckaroo Box”
How to Find Horse Show Clothing for Less
Horse showing and competitions have excellent benefits both physically and mentally. Horse shows are fun and exciting and its nice to see your hard work at home rewarded in the show ring. Horse competitions do have a laundry list of items. Tack, clothing, entry fees, etc. are just a few of the financial obligations for horse shows.
Whether its tack, equipment, or especially horse show clothing, there are some tips you can use so horse shows don’t break the bank. Continue reading “How to Find Horse Show Clothing for Less”
Cowboy Up! The Top Dude Ranches in the U.S.
The wild west. Sleeping under the stars. Moving cattle. Riding for miles. Feeling the breeze through your hair. Seeing unbelievable scenery. Not hearing or seeing a vehicle for miles. New friends sitting around a campfire. Sound like heaven? Continue reading “Cowboy Up! The Top Dude Ranches in the U.S.”
How to Effectively Market Your Horse
You’ve done all you can do. Many horse riders/owners will reach a point in their lives where it is time to part ways with a horse. It could be because they have outgrown one another, a change in discipline or lifestyle or any number of reasons.
A horse and rider/owner have to be compatible in order for a successful relationship to work. If it is time for your horse to move on to the next step in their career, there a re a few things you can do to find the perfect buyer and successfully market your horse. Continue reading “How to Effectively Market Your Horse”
Equine Photo Shoot – My First Experience and What to Expect
Horses are beautiful, photographic creatures. Some of the horse photos I have seen done by professional photographers are simply stunning and are keepsakes forever.
Have you ever considered professional photos with you and your horse? Continue reading “Equine Photo Shoot – My First Experience and What to Expect”
It’s Hot! Signs of Heat Stress in Horses
Warm weather brings sunny days and soaring temperatures. More energy is expended in order to keep our bodies cool, and it is the same with horses. This doesn’t mean you cant ride or participate in your horse activities. Having a heightened awareness of the heat is crucial.
Knowing the signs of heat stress allows the rider or participant can then gauge how much activity they would like their horse to do based on any symptoms of distress the horse may begin show if overheated. Continue reading “It’s Hot! Signs of Heat Stress in Horses”
The Senior Horse – Life at the End of the Trail
Senior Horse Life
All humans and creatures age. It is part of nature, part of life. There are factors to consider with all aging people and animals,but that doesn’t mean life is over. Senior horses need proper care and nutrition. They can also be useful and still have a job to do – which many horses like.
Horses are creatures of habit and routine, and creating a dependable and comfortable environment and routine for them is one of the best steps to take. Continue reading “The Senior Horse – Life at the End of the Trail”
The Benefits of Horses to Human Health
Horse are good for humans. There is a reason why horses are used in therapy and why many humans make horses part of their life’s journey.
Horse offer benefits to humans not only physically, but mentally and emotionally. Horses can help humans heal broken hearts, burn calories, get physically fit, and get in-tune with their emotions and also their responsibilities. Continue reading “The Benefits of Horses to Human Health”
Stop the Battle – Tips to Help You Deworm Your Horse
Get rid of worms! Deworming your horse is beneficial to their health. Horses can lose weight and even get sick from worms that are not treated. Continue reading “Stop the Battle – Tips to Help You Deworm Your Horse”