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HORSES
Horse Anatomy 101
January 27, 2021
All riders and horse owners should be familiar with their horse’s anatomy. They should know the proper names and where each part is located. Not only is this helpful when evaluating a horse, but it’s essential when communicating with your vet and trainer. Your Horse’s Anatomy From to head to hoof, your horse has various...
HORSES
The First Clone Of The Przewalski’s Horse
By
Emily Fought
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September 15, 2020
On August 6, 2020, a clone of the Przewalski’s horse was born! Not only is this a rare event since the species is critically endangered, but this little colt is the first of his type. The Przewalski’s horses are one the last species of a truly wild horse. The colt, named Kurt, was cloned from a...
HORSES
Beat Stress: Can Aromatherapy Calm Your Horse?
By
Emily Fought
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June 19, 2020
Stress is everywhere! From competitions and trailering to injuries and stall time, your horse is exposed to a number of stressors on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. Aromatherapy has proven to help people with their stress, so can it help horses? New research is showing that certain essential oils have the ability to calm...
HORSES
Can Horses See Color?
By
Emily Fought
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April 20, 2020
Have you ever wondered what the world looks like to your horse? Thanks to research, riders are now able to understand how their horse sees. You might be excited to know that they actually do see color. While their vision isn’t like ours, they do experience more than just black and white. What Colors Can...
HORSES
Cloning Research: Two Times The Horse
By
Emily Fought
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August 31, 2017
Cloning didn’t stop with Dolly the sheep. In fact, a Haflinger filly named Prometea was born in Italy in 2003. She was the first horse ever successfully cloned. A clone is an exact genetic copy of another. Research has questioned whether the animal would be normal and resemble the original horse. Scientists are still in the...
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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 LIFE
Bryce Albright - 30 Under 30 Class of '21
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...
COWGIRL LIFE
Friends And Family Members, Billie Sellars and Hailey Holman, Are Pregnant At The Same Time!
What’s better than having a baby on the way? Having a baby on the way at the same time as your family member and one of your best friends! Billie Sellars and Hailey Holman are both pregnant! Billie Holman-Sellars and Lefty Holman are siblings! Billie is married to Clayton Sellars, NFR bull rider. Lefty is...
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...
COWGIRL LIFE
Wild Women Of The West: Hannah S. Gould
The crew and passengers aboard the steamship the City of Columbia stood huddled together on the flooded deck of the vessel. Night was all around them and an awful moment of peril and suspense hung in the wet air. A perfect storm had overtaken the steamer and raging winds had driven her into a mass...