In our last post, we talked about the appeal of horse-drawn carriage riding, how it represents Thanksgiving. We wrote, “Horses are able to transport us to a simpler, more beautiful time.” Of all the holidays, Thanksgiving bring us back to the basics: food and loved ones. We stand by that statement and there is perhaps… Read more »
In our last post, we talked about the importance of saying thank you to the horses in our lives and looked at some ways that these beautiful animals affect our lives on a day-to-day basis, including with equine therapy, which is helping people of all backgrounds and ages. However, horses also affect us in different… Read more »
Can you believe that Thanksgiving is only next week? It seems just like yesterday that Americans nationwide were celebrating Halloween. Now friends and families are prepping for gatherings, getting ready to purchase food this weekend for the big turkey day. Christmas will be here in a blink of an eye and then 2016 will invade… Read more »
When we get stomachaches, they are inconvenient. They can happen frequently, especially depending on what we eat or if we’re stressed out. Thankfully, there are many ways to treat a stomachache, including a cup of chamomile tea, rice water, warm lemon water, fennel seeds, and the old standby (if you’re not going the au natural… Read more »
If you’ve been going horseback riding since you were young, you likely understand what makes the activity so special. Of course, you may be so accustomed to it that you don’t even think about why it’s so great. Odds are, you have at least a few friends and family members who have never joined you… Read more »
There are many things you need to take care of around your house and stables throughout the winter, but your horses should always be at the top of the list. You most likely use a number of methods to stay warm throughout the winter, but don’t forget that your horse can get cold too. The… Read more »
While there are several steps you must take to ensure your horses are ready for winter, your senior horses in particular should be a focus. Depending on the horse, your horse may be considered senior anywhere from 15-20 years old. Whether you’ve noticed your horse has been slowing down, has been getting sick more often,… Read more »
They’re a symbol of freedom, of wild unadulterated passion, and they seem to be a dying breed. Just thinking about them will teleport you to golden plains bathed in moonlight. That’s some powerful stuff. It feels like our world is getting less free by the day; values that once shaped this great country are slipping… Read more »
We all know that horses can do a lot. They are very versatile creatures able to adapt to a variety of situations and perform excellently. Whether racing or simply trotting along a country path, horses are some of the most dependable animals on God’s green earth. Outside of dogs (and we can have a debate… Read more »
Labor Day is next week, which means that we are nearing the unofficial end of summer. Although summer “technically” ends September 23, 2015, we can all agree that the air feels different, with autumnal garnishes dropping from the sky. The weather is changing and we must be prepared to do whatever it takes to keep… Read more »
