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April 12, 2025

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WIHS Top Turnout Clinic with Ruthann


Washington International Horse Show 2023's Barn Night Winner was Great Escape Stables in Bowie, Maryland.  Their prize was a Top Turnout Clinic and Hands-on Braiding Workshops with me, Ruthann Smith.

Here's a look at the weekend of  learning and fun...




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March 26, 2025

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Dingy Yellow or Snowy White?

Are you going to be uphill, always fighting stains and skin problems?  Or are you going to lock into the Lucky Braids paradigm to keep it simple and sweet?  Think: Less products, expenses, applications... for healthy skin and hair.  
Here's how to get SNOWY WHITE tails, manes and coats that are EASY to maintain...
Photo: Quinn Saunders

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December 03, 2024

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Clip Tips - Body Clipping Pro Tips

Does your horse's clipped coat look mousey or like a pumpkin? Is he wearing corduroy?
Here's how to opt for clipping horses for big shine, no bumps and blades that last up to 3x longer...

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October 23, 2024

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June 13, 2024

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Not Just a Win

This isn’t just another championship! It’s in Virginia, the spiritual home of hunters! The stands were packed❣️
Learn about the keen horsemanship involved for Amanda Steege and Lafitte De Muze to win BIG at Upperville...

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June 06, 2024

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We're Back!

We're back! During our break from social media, we focused on some of our favorite things... excellence in horsemanship and animals comfy in their skin...

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May 30, 2024

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Leading Horses to Drink - YES, You Can!

In any weather, a horse getting dehydrated is a quick path to colic.  Now that it is hot, we need to be particularly proactive to help keep our charges healthy. Here are sound horse care routines and tips for adjusting to your horse's needs in the barnon the road and at horse shows...  

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