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October 23, 2024

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November 22, 2023

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Stablewear for Soundness

Would you wear tight pajamas that pinch? What is your day like if you don't rest well? Your horse needs to sleep comfortably, too. Clothing for bed is not just a matter of keeping horses warm. If sheets pull or restrict the shoulder when the horse lie down, he'll get stiff and sore. Blood is constricted in the area, so...

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March 23, 2023

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LEARN to Braid Like a Pro- SPRING SPECIAL

“Braiding is a small thing, but all those small things add up to big things.” -Michael R. Matz, 3-time Olympian & Kentucky Derby-Winning Trainer

Do you want to learn a streamline formula for laying down consistently gorgeous braids, made quickly and comfortably? I teach..

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January 08, 2023

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Wet Weather Concerns for Horsemen


Got rain? Then, your horses are primed to get scratches (crud on heels). If not managed, they can become systemic infections. Moreover, a lot can be done to prevent them...

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May 17, 2022

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Rich Strike's Soft Eye Tells His Groom's Story

Rich Strike's soft eye tells us he is accustomed to quality care. It tells me he can rest assured all his needs will be met. Now we have more evidence...

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January 29, 2022

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Honoring Thích Nhất Hạnh

Teachings of the late Buddhist monk and activist, Thích Nhất Hạnh, can not only help us find compassion, but also inspire us to be better horseman...Buddhist monk and activist Thích Nhất Hạnh honored at horse show

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November 13, 2017

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Moving Horses' Blankets

Do you know a horse that gets defensive when you fuss with his blankets?  He's had a bad experience.  Never pull horses' clothes.  It hurts!

To keep horses comfy and warm, fold blankets forward and LIFT to move them. 

Here's more Blanketing Rules.
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