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The Dos And Don'ts Of Horse Feeding

December 6, 2021
It’s not always as simple as throwing a bale of hay to your horse. Most horses need a customized feeding program that suits their age, work load, size, among other things. It’s important you meet their nutritional needs in order to keep them conditioned and healthy. These tips will help! Dos and Don’ts of Feeding...

Marijka's NFR Advice For First Timers

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December 1, 2021
Is it your first time going to the National Finals Rodeo?? Well, worry not! Marijka Hunsaker, a defined Western fashionista and NFR attendee, gives her best advice for it! “My advice for someone going to the NFR for their first time would be to actually attend one night of NFR at the Thomas and Mack...

How To Handle A Stubborn Horse

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November 30, 2021
A stubborn horse is no fun to ride or work with! They ignore and even resist your aids. These horses are notorious for pulling back on the lead rope, refusing to walk forward, acting spooky or uncontrollable, and being herd bound. It’s important to find out the root cause for their behavior and work through...

How To Hobble Train Your Horse

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November 9, 2021
A hobble is a form of restraint that prevents or limits your horse from moving. There are various reasons why someone might hobble a horse, such as when there’s nowhere to tie them or for breeding. Additionally, many trainers teach their horse to accept them for desensitizing purposes. In the event your horse becomes trapped...

5 Tips On Horse Buying From An Equine Lawyer 

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October 19, 2021
For most horse people, few things are as exciting as purchasing a horse. Unfortunately for some, buying a horse can be a difficult experience– emotions cloud buyer’s judgment, sellers misrepresent, and your new horse may feel more like an adversary than a partner.  To avoid a bad purchase, buyers should keep in mind the following:  1....

How To Feed Your Performance Horse In 5 Easy Steps

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October 15, 2021
While nutrition is one of the most important ways to influence any animal’s health, feeding horses often seems somewhat complicated. Here, we will break it down step by step so that you can make sure your horses receive exactly what they need.  1) Determine your horses’ energy needs based on their exercise schedule.  According to...

4 Steps For Training A Mounted Shooting Horse

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October 14, 2021
Guns, cowgirls, and horses it doesn’t get more exciting than that! Mounted Shooting is a fast growing sport that appeals to many riders. Like any new discipline, it’s important you take the time to properly learn the ins and outs. Mounted shooting has loud sounds and popping balloons, so your horse will definitely need some...

Law Tips For Horse Leases

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October 4, 2021
Stephanie Griffey of Griffey Law has shared some of her best tips for horse leases from a lawyer’s perspective!  “Get Insured” “Leased horses are commonly insured for the length of the lease, at a minimum. Typically, the Leasee acquires and pays for the insurance on terms described in a Lease Agreement and approved by the...

What To Look For When Buying A Yearling

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September 30, 2021
Buying a yearling can be rewarding, but also risky! You have the opportunity to purchase a wonderful prospect. It can be a gamble on how this horse turns out though. Many buyers choose a younger horse because it’s more affordable or they prefer to do their own training. No matter what your reasoning, make sure...
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