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Myth Busting this Important Nutrient for Horses and Humans by Gina Fresquez, MS, CHHC The topic of protein in equine nutrition (and human nutrition) has gotten a lot of attention over the years. I find it’s a hot topic of discussion and popular way horse owners evaluate and choose …
How to Install an Environmentally Friendly and Useful Horse Wash by Alayne Blickle, Horses for Clean Water Our guest ranch and horse motel, Sweet Pepper Ranch, has a lot of traffic, especially in the summer months. During the warm season when a lot of people are riding things can …
Staying Connected on the Trail by Marilyn Pineda, Fire Mountain Obstacle Course I was recently reminded how great it is to have well versed ground communications with my horse while out on a trail ride with a friend. We had just completed the clearing of a beautiful trail loop on …
What to Expect Out of an Apprenticeship Experience by Allison Trimble, Willfully Guided Horsemanship There are many ways you can learn about horses and training, but if your goal is to be a professional in the horse industry, you must gain experience in that world. I get loads of …
On Being a Lifelong Student by Catherine Madera There was a time when I thought becoming a horseman was like getting a degree. After assimilating enough information, I’d arrive at a point of proficiency. Whatever that means. Instead, over the years I’ve discovered, with each new horse, how much …
Print or Online it’s Still About Trusted Resources by Karen Pickering I just returned from American Horse Publications Convention in Colorado Springs. Education has been first and foremost in my mind as of late. The way we receive information and communicate has changed dramatically. If we can’t figure something …
Until now, you had two choices for protecting your equine friend from pests: 1) toxic pesticides or 2) essential oils, which offer limited effectiveness. Ecovet introduces a biorational, or less toxic, approach. A truly different alternative to traditional insect sprays, Ecovet is effective and safe for your horse, yourself and …
Four Logical, and Safe, Ways to Handle the Drama of a Wayward Horse by Raye Lochert Recently I was on a training ride with a client’s horse in my favorite park. The horse was exceptional and I felt very secure on him. He just needed time and miles. While walking up …
Common Cool Season Grasses by Eleanor Blazer The equine digestive system is designed to extract nutrients from grass. Horses need long-stem fiber to remain healthy and in a perfect situation horses will graze for approximately 18 hours per day. If the horse owner does not have good pasture feeding …
Discover the Growing Field of Equine Facilitated Therapies It was my mom who first taught me to follow my dreams. “Make a career at something you love,” she told me, “and it will never feel like work.” She never imagined I would become a riding instructor and I never thought …