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HORSES
Creating An Evacuation Plan For Your Horses
June 24, 2022
It’s a thought you never want to have- what if you have to evacuate your horses? Natural disasters can strike at any moment and it’s best to be prepared. In anticipation of a natural disaster, every barn should have an evacuation plan. Count halters Confirm your barn has enough halters and lead ropes for each...
HORSES
Help Save Horses From Slaughter
By
Emily Fought
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August 31, 2018
As a horseback rider, you know just how amazing horses are! Perhaps you feel called to save as many as you can. Not all horses have kind, loving homes. As a matter of fact, there’s over a 100,000 unwanted horses in the United States. Some are waiting in kill pens to be loaded into trailers...
HORSES
How To Handle A Bucking Horse
By
Emily Fought
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October 30, 2017
A bucking horse is usually under mental or physical distress. Your horse can be perceiving a certain situation as an attack or general annoyance. Sometimes, improper fitting tack or uncontrolled energy from a young horse can be the root. Ornery horses might even develop a habit of bucking off inexperienced riders. Your goal should be...
HORSES
Choosing A Career In Therapeutic Riding
By
Emily Fought
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June 29, 2017
If you’re interested in helping children and adults with mental and/or physical disabilities, you might want to consider becoming a certified therapeutic riding instructor. This career can combine your passion of working with horses and helping people. There are many great resources available for those that are unsure of where to begin. Let’s take a...
HORSES
5 Essentials For Your Horse's First-Aid Kit
By
Emily Fought
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June 5, 2017
PC: David Lewis The only thing worse than an emergency is not being prepared for it! Every horse owner should have a first-aid kit at the barn. Horses are always getting into stuff, which can mean cuts, bumps, and bruises. Even a basic kit will help you handle the situation until your veterinary can make it...
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HORSES
Patterned Bits For A Wild Ride
Cowgirls love their bold and beautiful tack! They aren’t afraid to saddle up with wild colors and unique patterns. If you’d like to spice up your tack collection, then consider a colorful bit. There are endless varieties available! LMBTack has you covered. Barrel racers, trail adventurers, and everyday riders… Let’s have some fun with your...
HORSES
5 Reasons Why Mules Are Better Than Horses
How much do you know about mules? Some riders are making the bold statement that once you try a mule, you’ll never go back to horses! They’re stating that these long-eared animals are far superior. They should be your go-to for trail riding in the rough country. They can get you safety where you need...
HORSES
5 Hot Headstalls For Cowgirls
Barrel racers, are you ready to dazzle the rodeo crowd with your gorgeous headstall? You and your horse can look your best with some flashy tack. Vibrant colors, wild patterns, beading, gemstones, and striking tooling… These headstalls are statement pieces! You won’t find them at your average tack store. Each was expertly crafted with durable...
Fashion
Stretchy Bootcut Riding Pants For Cowgirls
Jeans are great, but sometimes you want something with a little more stretch to them. If you want more freedom and flexibility in the saddle, then you need to try riding pants. They’re bootcut for western riders. These stylish and practical pants even have extended knee patches and full silicone seats. You can enjoy the...
HORSES
Top Tips For Riding On Windy Days
Some horsemen will tell you that you should ride in any weather. It’s a true test of your horse’s training. They should be obedient in wind, rain, snow, and anything else you throw their way. It can be difficult to ride on windy days though. The wind can make your horse spooky and uptight. The...
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Prevent Fly Problems Before It's Too Late
Spring is the perfect time tot start your fly prevention care and to protect your animals from those pesky, disease-carrying bugs! Nothing is worse than barns full of flies and unconformable animals. Say goodbye to pesky flies and disease-carrying insects for good this season with some of our favorite insect control products! SWAT CLEAR Horse...
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COWGIRL STYLE
Three Easter Looks With A Western Twist
Easter weekend is upon us! Have you put together your Easter Sunday ensemble yet? If you’ve procrastinated, no worries – we’re here to help. Mix up your look with classic Western accessories, many of which you may already have in your closet! Whether it’s adding a fun pair of boots to a sundress or beaded...
Music
Jenna Paulette's 20-track ‘The Girl I Was: Red Dirt Deluxe,’ Celebrates One Year of Her Debut Album
In the year that has passed since releasing her debut album The Girl I Was, Jenna Paulette has made her Grand Ole Opry Debut, performed the National Anthem at the National Finals Rodeo and, most recently, signed a record deal with Leo33. The singer/songwriter from Lewisville, Texas is celebrating her year of milestones with the release...
COWGIRL LIFE
COWGIRL Empowered: Bryce Albright - Executive Director, National Dude Ranchers’ Association
Bryce Albright had the incredible opportunity to grow up on a Wyoming dude ranch where the Western way of life was engraved into every facet of her life. After moving out of state, the ranch continued to hold a special place in her heart. She says, “In so many ways, that ranch raised me. Every...