The majority of the population is strongly suggested to exercise social distancing in order to flatten the curve to this virus. With that being said, all us horse people are homebound and we (I) have this lovely idea that we (I) will finally have the TIME for our (my) horses to get them exercised and…
It’s time to break out the construction paper and glue! Here are 5 equestrian-themed crafts and activities for you and your kids to do! 1. Obstacle Course Your kids are now horses! Have them complete a cross country course with cardboard jumps, water made out of paper, and pillow banks. Bonus points if your kids…
Most of us are currently experiencing mandated quarantine or at the very least, “social distancing”, in a concerted effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. Our lives have been disrupted, with many now working from home or maybe not even working at all. Since schools and colleges have canceled classes for the coming weeks, our…
What better way to keep your littles busy than a book. Not everyone has access to horse books or sometimes you just need a break from reading so a great resource is YouTube. There are so many read along books available. Here are just a few: 1.Every Cowgirl Needs a Horse by Rebecca Janni In…
I initially started this blog post weeks ago, where the focus was my struggle with seasonal depression, or seasonal affective disorder (SAD). While I have never clinically been diagnosed, I am pretty sure I have it. SAD is a type of depression that is related to changes in seasons. Most common are symptoms that start…
many of us are ready for some quality time in the saddle, whether it be a trail ride, horse show, or simply riding around the pasture. As most of us know, grooming is an essential part of horse care, and if you show, having a clean, shiny horse is even more important. So with that…
Growing up in southern California pipe corral panels were all I knew. I think they were so popular because they were readily available, held up in the weather, and they didn’t break the bank. Today, we have many more fencing options which is so nice. Five years ago I was planning our horse property and…
Most equestrians recognize that horses have unique personality traits. Much like people, these characteristics shape their behavior and how they handle situations. It can take some time for your horse’s true personality to shine, but stay patience! In time, their quirks and subtle traits will become very obvious. In the horse world, there are a…
There are a ton of different riding disciplines across the United States. Most of them fall in the category of English or western. If you’re newer to horses, then you might be wondering which to try. It can be helpful to learn about the differences. And if still confused, why not give both a try!…
Horses naturally fluctuate in body weight throughout the year based on the different energy input and output needs of each season. Let’s take a look at how each season affects our horses. Winter If you live in a cold climate, winter usually will demand the most energy output from your horse while they keep warm….
