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The Man, The Cowboy, & The Friend: Continuation of Dillinger

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 15:26:11 +0000

As every well-versed equestrian knows, dental health is incredibly important to any aging horse’s mouth. And when I was about 16 years old I became friends with the man who would float our horses’ teeth. I’m a bit of an old soul when it comes to any sort of health care so I preferred this...

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The Corolla Wild Horses

Casie Bazay — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 19:06:18 +0000

I recently wrote a magazine article about the “Chickasaw horse”, a breed of historical horses developed by the Chickasaw Indian tribe, of which I happen to be an enrolled member. One of the most interesting things I learned in my research is that the Chickasaw horse is actually a forerunner of the American Quarter Horse....

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To Breed or Not To Breed

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 11:00:35 +0000

Since I was about five years old I’ve had a single line of horses out of my grandmother’s mare, Cha Cha. She came to us in around 1995 or so after her ankle was blown out during a barrel racing accident. She wasn’t even in her teens yet and still had a ton of love...

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Fencing for Miniature Horses

Casie Bazay — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 17:33:29 +0000

Miniature horses originated in Europe around the 17th century, mostly bred as pets for European nobility. They were imported into the U.S. during the late 1800s, but public awareness of this tiny breed didn’t really arise until the 1960s. Today, miniature horses are quite popular. The size of a large dog, minis aren’t a pony...

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The Welara Breed

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 12:00:05 +0000

Have you ever heard of the Welara Pony? I learned about this breed when my husband and I recently purchased one for our daughters. It sort of fell into our lap one day. We were visiting with my in-laws two days before Christmas and they disclosed to us that a close friend of theirs had...

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Flowing Feathers With A Mane to Match: The Gypsy Vanner

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 17:55:52 +0000

“What’s your dream horse?” This is the question I’m sure every horse-crazy little girl got as a child. There’s no way I can be the only one. I’ve thought long and hard about this one simple, yet intrinsically deep question. If money and geographical location were not an issue, what dream horse would you have?...

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8 Fun Facts About Mules

Casie Bazay — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 18:00:58 +0000

As a teen and young adult, one of my favorite annual traditions was a Labor Day trail ride at Robber’s Cave State park in southeastern Oklahoma. It wasn’t just the trail ride, itself, that I loved, but several other events that were held that weekend as well—a potluck dinner, dance, bareback games, and a mule...

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10 Facts About American Quarter Horses

Emily Fought — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 15:15:07 +0000

They’re well-known and loved by many- the American Quarter Horse. This type of horse is the most popular breed in the United States. If you’ve been in the horse industry for a few years, then chances are you may have met or even rode one. They’re versatile, athletic, and come in a wide range of...

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Top 5 Pony Breeds for Kids

Emily Fought — Tue, 10 May 2022 13:25:38 +0000

Do you have a horse crazy child? It may be time to look into getting them their own pony. Horse ownership can teach children many valuable lessons. It can instill hard work, persistence, and patience. This pony will depend on their little person to feed, exercise, and groom them. That’s a lot of responsibility, which...

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Best Breeds for a Smooth Ride

Emily Fought — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:45:37 +0000

Gaited horses are known for their incredibly smooth gaits. Most riders would say they’re easier to sit to, as no posting is required and the movement is comfortable. This makes them perfect for trail riders and those with physical limitations like back pain. These breeds also make great show horses! There are competitions designed specifically...

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