Horses need an incremental approach when returning to physical exertion after some time off. With the weather obliterating our training programs, it’s a solid time to review how to approach bringing your sound horse back into work after an unplanned break. →
Or so she says… →
“[H]ow long should a trainer wait before deciding that their approaches just aren’t working? At what point does the horse’s training venture out of the ‘just needs a bit more time’ box and into the ‘now we’re wasting everyone’s time and the client’s money’ box?” →
Since it’s officially fall, we’re sharing this awesome no-sugar DIY pumpkin pet treat recipe from SmartPak. These treats are great for your equine, canine, or human pals! →
Nothing like having an unexpected visitor come in with the herd! →
Switching from pasture to hay too quickly can lead to upsets in your horse’s gut, which can result in gas colic. Switching slowly allows your horse to adapt. →
“You must be formless, shapeless, like water. When you pour water in a cup, it becomes the cup. When you pour water in a bottle, it becomes the bottle. When you pour water in a teapot, it becomes the teapot. Water can drip and it can crash. Become like water my friend.” – Bruce Lee →
Autumn officially has arrived! 🍁 And the sugar levels in your pastures might be surging, which can spell →
It’s October 3rd. It’s officially Mean Girls Day. No, that doesn’t mean you get to BE a mean girl, it’s just a nod to the cult classic that so many of us adore. These GIFs from the movie could have come straight from your mare’s mouth (or at least be about her): →
Seems questionable to me. →
‘Tis the season! →
Let’s all take a moment to meet Samuel Wolfenden of SW Farriers. →
“I swear they know. They know when they’re up for sale, or people are coming to trial ride them. They know when there’s a big show coming. They know when your bank account has never seen worse days. And then they start up the fight club again …” →