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Vaccinations and the Natural Horse

When natural horsemen bring up vaccinations, controversy flares up. Some owners argue in favor of bucking the modern convention of vaccinating

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Since You Asked…Horse Questions Answered

Today’s question is from Jeannie and Chris of Hedgesville, WV.  “If a horse isn’t a natural leader (on the trail), can you train him to be one?”

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Fluoridated Water: Panacea or Poison?

Water. All horse trainers know water is not only natural, but necessary. Water is a source of life to all organisms–except when it carries death.

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Study Supports Clicker Training

A French study recently reported that use of food rewards in training horses leads to faster results and a better relationship with people.

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Wisdom from WWII

We just found this old English World War II poster. I’d like to hang it in our arena!   As explosive as it can become on occasion, nothing the horses can conjure begins to approach the threat of a bomb … Continue reading

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Lyons, Parelli and Clinton, Oh My!

The first time I visited the Maker’s Mark Secretariat Center at the Kentucky Horse Park, one of the directors asked me, “who’s your guru?”

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“Tommy Talooka” 2001 registered Appendix Quarter Horse gelding, 16.1 hands.

      Tommy Talooka is a 2001 registered Appendix Quarter Horse gelding. With his bright chestnut coat and his undeniable charisma, he stands out in any crowd. Tommy is extremely smart and rises to the challenge of learning new … Continue reading

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Zydeco Boogaloo: 15.3 bay Oldenburg-cross mare, 12 years.

CONGRATULATIONS to Cappy Hanson of Albany, NY.  We know Boogie will make a wonderful member of your family and match for your stunning stallion! Zydeco Boogaloo: 15.3 bay Oldenburg-cross mare, 12 years. Boogie’s grandsire, Zeus, is one of the leading … Continue reading

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“Darrah’s Donovan” is a 3 year old Connemara gelding

“Darrah’s Donovan” is a 3 year old Connemara gelding out of Tre Awain Golden Lily and by *Kilfenora Windy Isles. Dark dun, black this winter, absolutely stunning, very correct, very brave, should mature within inspection limits and able to do … Continue reading

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Feral Horse Training

Whitney, our natural barefoot trimmer, was out today. I always feel like a pioneer of old hosting a wayfarer on farrier days–what news do they bring from the far-reaching corners of the horse world that they frequent? Today’s news centered … Continue reading

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