A Colorado Quine community, blog, news source, events calendar, and classifieds.
Get to know the Colorado Horse Rescue Network
We have a wonderful resource here in Colorado for horses that need rescuing and owners that need help with their horses. The Colorado Horse Rescue Network is a 501(c)3 equine rescue that takes in rescue horses from a variety of situations. Whether you are…
There are NO 52 Free Thoroughbreds!!
We’ve all heard it by now. There are 52 free thoroughbreds that need a home. FALSE! There are NO 52 free thoroughbreds anymore. There was an issue YEARS ago about a man that passed away and there were 52 thoroughbreds that were in need…
Equestrian Grammar Lesson: Accept VS Except
Equestrian grammar lesson for the day. Accept vs Except. They mean completely different things. Make sure you are using them correctly.
What is Compounding Medication for my Horse and Should I Do It?
First, let’s start off by explaining what is “Compounding Medication for my horse”? “Pharmaceutical compounding (done in compounding pharmacies) is the creation of a particular pharmaceutical product to fit the unique need of a patient. To do this, compounding pharmacists combine or process appropriate…
Tack of the Day – Tack Bargains
Have you heard of Tack of the Day? If not, you should head over there and check them out. Every day at Noon Eastern Time, Tack of the Day offers 2 new equine items at a huge discount. Who doesn’t love tack bargains? The…
Group Scheduling with a Vet
When you board at a facility, you can typically do group scheduling with a vet for spring/fall vaccines to save on the Farm Call fee. This can be a pretty significant savings VS if you had the vet out for just your horse. There are many…
Horse Lease Do’s and Don’ts
Being a party in a horse lease can be tricky; whether you are the lesser or lessee. Here are some important factors to consider when deciding if leasing your horse out is right for you, or if leasing a horse is going to work…
Pregnant Mare Urine (PMU) Production to Increase for Premarin
A popular women’s horomone drug, Premarin, is created by harvesting the estrogen from pregnant mare’s urine. Premarin stands for PREgant MAres uRINe. The horses used to produce this drug are referred to as “PMU” horses, for short.
Colorado Skijoring Accidents end up in Tragedy
Colorado Skijoring is a sport that involves a horse and rider galloping while pulling another person on skis through obstacles on snow.
Choosing the Right Horse Hauler
The horse hauler you entrust with the transportation of your equine partner is important. Not only do you expect your horse to make it to the destination, but you also expect adequate care during the trip. Things to remember to get in writing are: how often…
Site Sponsors
