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Life With Arnold Schwarzenegger, Whiskey, & Lulu

April 21, 2020
Have you had a chance to meet Whiskey and Lulu? They’ve been circulating the internet after Arnold Schwarzenegger shared a few videos of them. This miniature horse and donkey are the cutest! They’ve been a welcomed comic relief in these troubling times. The two frequently appear inside Schwarzenegger’s house- eating, playing chess, and getting hugs....

Cowgirl Cadillacs

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April 20, 2020
The rain came down in Wickenburg, but that didn’t stop a parade of determined women from previewing the gentle and classy array of horses they worked so diligently to make ready. Cowgirl Cadillacs, billed as a one-of-a-kind horse sale with gentle, classy, and well-broke horses for women, offered exclusively by women, lived up to its...

What Equine Advertisements Really Mean

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April 2, 2020
Similar to real estate listings, equine advertisements are a minefield of clever wording and creative, albeit liberal uses of the thesaurus. Sellers want to cover any flaw with rose petals and soothing words. Because of this, common phrases are easily mistaken for something completely different. All in good fun, here are a few accurate translations...

Crafty COWGIRL: Desensitizing for the Dime-Saver

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March 25, 2020
Many horses struggle with spooking. This is a natural reaction for horses that comes from their wild ancestors, living out among predators and human influence. Horses are often shamed for being “too spooky” or “too flighty”, although that isn’t really a fair accusation. If horses weren’t overly aware of their surroundings, there probably wouldn’t be...

Treat The Kid At Heart With The Professional's Choice Unicorn Pattern

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March 25, 2020
Professional’s Choice is on it with the patterns lately! This unicorn pattern is perfect for little girls, or even adults that are a kid at heart! Medium Feed Hay Bag – $29.95 Carry-All Bag – $29.95 Tote Bag – $21.95 Scratch Free Haybag – $46.95 Tack Tote – $39.95 Click here for some sweet stirrups!

How To Ride The Perfect Walk

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March 20, 2020
Every rider should strive to master the walk with their horse. It sets the foundation for the rest of the gaits. In this four-beat pace, the hooves evenly fall and take off one at a time- left hind, left front, right hind, and right front. This movement will send you side to side and front...

Crafty COWGIRL: Banana Flax Snacks

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February 24, 2020
Recently I touched on some of the many benefits of implementing flaxseed into your horse’s diet. One of the best ways to start giving your horse flax without just dumping a bunch onto their grain, is by using it in your horse treats. I have put together a recipe for banana and flaxseed treats that...

Crafty COWGIRL: Facts On Flax

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February 20, 2020
The answer in short – yes! This tiny seed, also known as linseed, can be very beneficial. However, there are certain precautions that should be taken before adding it to every meal. First of all, flaxseed is easiest to feed, store and keep fresh when it’s purchased already ground up. Finding a feed store that...

Nellie Miller Celebrated Galentine's Day With Her Horse

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February 14, 2020
Valentine’s Day is here, which means there are 364 days until the next Galentine’s Day. Nellie Miller celebrated Galentine’s Day right with her favorite gal by her side: her horse, Sister! “I am treating my best gal to some @totalfeeds later and a cookie for dessert!” wrote Nellie on Instagram. View this post on Instagram...
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