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How To Fit A Winter Horse Blanket

January 3, 2024
Cold temperatures are here to stay. Some horse owners have many months left of winter! If you’ve noticed your horse not doing so good in the cold weather, then it may be time to consider a blanket. There are all sorts of blankets on the market. The most important thing is how the blanket fits,...

5 Red Flags Of A Bad Farrier

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January 2, 2024
Healthy hooves are the base of a solid horse. Most have heard the saying, “no hoof, no horse.” Routine hoof care is essential to keeping your horse’s feet in great condition. Having a skilled farrier is so important! Poor trimming and shoeing can effect the soundness of your horse. Make sure you watch out for...

Colorful Cinches For Your Western Horse

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January 1, 2024
Cowgirls love bold and eye-catching tack! From aztec and snake skin to serape and tie dye patterns, there are so many colorful and fun ways to stand out. You and your horse can be the talk of the barn. These cinches are not only stunning, but also designed to provide total comfort to your horse....

6 Horse Quotes To Reflect On This New Year

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December 30, 2023
With a new year upon us, it’s time to set goals, get inspired, and live your best life! These inspirational horse quotes will hopefully give you something to think about. They should make you ponder and reflect on how you interact with horses. Great riders are constantly looking to better their horsemanship. Powerful Horse Quotes...

10 Destinations For Every Cowgirl's Bucket List

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December 29, 2023
Many people have a bucket list of destinations to travel to! Cowgirls may enjoy ranch life, but that shouldn’t stop them from traveling the world. There are so many unique and fascinating places to explore. From galloping on the beach to herding cattle through the mountains, there is something for everyone! Horse-Friendly Travel Destinations What...

How To Give Your Horse A Winter "Bath"

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December 28, 2023
Between mud and dust, your horse’s hair can get really dirty looking in the winter. Unfortunately, most folks don’t have a heated barn or even warm water. Giving your horse a bath would be cold and uncomfortable for them. Plus, their hair would take forever to dry! There is a way to get them clean...

Start A Riding Journal In The New Year

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December 27, 2023
As 2023 comes to an end, you may spend some time reflecting on the past year with your horse. Did you go on any special trail rides or win any competitions? How amazing would it be if you had a journal to look back through… You could read in detail what that moment felt like...

A Cadillac Dream Destination

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December 26, 2023
Cowgirl Cadillacs, presented by COWGIRL Magazine, is a sale of gentle, classy, well-broke horses for women offered exclusively by women. Says the event producers, Ike and Ryan Sankey, “It is invaluable to us that our buyers be confident in their purchase and go home with the horse of their dreams.” Cowgirl Cadillacs will take place...

10 Training Principles From Warwick Schiller

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December 26, 2023
Training horses doesn’t have to be complicated or reserved for the elite. You can work with your horse to achieve goals through groundwork and riding exercises. Warwick Schiller put together a list of training principles to help the average horse person. With his years of experience, he has found these to be true. Use them...
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Wild Women Of The West: Hannah S. Gould

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