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  • The growing popularity of horses and equestrian sport.
    January 15, 2023

    The growing popularity of horses and equestrian sport.

    The equestrian market in the United States has been on the rise since the pandemic, with more and more people becoming interested in horseback riding and owning horses. Many people found that the pandemic's lockdowns and social distancing measures created...

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  • 10 Tips For First Time Show Jumpers
    April 6, 2022

    10 Tips For First Time Show Jumpers

    Are you thinking about getting into show jumping? Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, there are a few things you need to know before hitting the show ring. In this blog post, we will discuss 10 tips that...

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  • Yes. I want an Olympic Horse
    September 1, 2021

    Yes. I want an Olympic Horse

    Yes, I do want an Olympic Horse. I’ve finally retired the dragon. And I’ve accepted that we are both entering a new phase of our lives. I would be lying if I said that was an easy decision or that...

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  • I'm keeping my horse.
    July 4, 2021

    I'm keeping my horse.

    The following poem has been trending on social media with “author unknown” at the end. I wish I knew the author and if you are her or him, please let me know so I can properly credit you. That said,...

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  • Horse Care in Hot Weather: 5 Important Tips
    June 14, 2021

    Horse Care in Hot Weather: 5 Important Tips

    I don’t know if y’all noticed, but  summer has arrived. Heat and humidity are as uncomfortable and potentially dangerous for our horses as they are for us, so let’s talk about how to keep them cool and as safe as...

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  • fly mask, fly spray, horses and flies.
    June 1, 2021

    What's working on the flies right now?

    Tis the season, as they say. No, I'm not talking about Christmas. I'm talking about flies. And mosquitos. And tiny biting things you can barely see.  Our horses eyes are watering, swelling and obviously itching. And there's no nice way...

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