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Julie Goodnight and Barbra Schulte Partner Up for Women’s Riding and Wholeness Retreat at C Lazy U Ranch
**This article is a sponsored post by Julie Goodnight*** SALIDA, Colorado, September 30, 2016—For the first time ever, horsemanship clinician Julie Goodnight and renowned cutting horse trainer Barbra Schulte team up to present their Women’s Riding and Wholeness Retreat at Granby, Colorado’s C Lazy U Ranch April 27 to May 1, 2017. This riding and self-empowerment workshop combines horsemanship and learning with a luxury guest-ranch vacation.
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Tails Getting Cut Off in Golden Area
We have heard of the unfortunate news that tail cutters are at it again – specifically in the Golden, CO area. From what we have heard, the attacks are happening at random and during the night.
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Senior Horse Care – Keeping Them Healthy
An unfortunate part of horse ownership is that our horses age. And senior horses require a little extra care to ensure they are happy and comfortable in their upper years. As in humans, horses strength and overall body condition diminishes. This does not mean you can’t have a healthy senior horse though!
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Landscaping Ideas to Help Keep Away Bugs
Being around a barn, we are all familiar with the annoying insects that come along with our 4 legged friends. Did you know there are landscaping tips you can follow to help keep away bugs naturally? Follow these steps to have a lovely looking facility and cut down on pesky insects. Your horse will thank you! (And so will everyone that visits your barn).
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International Helmet Awareness Day
Did you know that September 17 is International Helmet Awareness Day? Many of us wear a helmet in our everyday riding, but we don’t pay much attention to the helmet we are using. International Helmet Awareness Day is here to help with that!
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Abscesses in Horses and How to Treat Them
One of the most common sudden onset lameness causes is an abscess. These occur for a variety of reasons, but they are due to bacteria invading the hoof and causing an infection. These infections typically cause pain, and in turn the horse does not want to weight bear on the affected hoof.
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Houndstooth, Black & White Tack Set
Who doesn’t love houndstooth? This houndstooth, black, and white tack set will look lovely on any horse with it’s neutral tones. Houndstooth Saddle Pad and splint boots, then a lovely set of breeches, polo shirt and gloves to go along with it. Order with Code FALLSHIP and get free shipping on orders over $99.
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Snaffle Bit vs. Curb Bit
One of the most commonly (mis)used pieces of tack is the bit! Almost everyone uses one when riding, and they don’t know the effect the bit they are using, has on their horse, nor what it was designed for. There are a WIDE variety of bits with a wide variety of purposes, but today we are just going to cover the snaffle bit vs. curb bit. The snaffle bit works off of direct pressure, whereas the curb bit works off of leverage. The mouthpiece (inside the horse’s mouth) has no bearing on this. The only piece that decides if you are using a snaffle bit vs. curb bit is the cheekpiece…
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White and Grey Tack Set
If you love neutral tones, this white and grey tack set is for you! A black patent bridle, white and grey gloves, grey saddle pad, grey polo wraps, grey breeches, and a grey reflective halter. Order with Code FALLSHIP and get free shipping on orders over $99.
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Boots and Gloves to Match!
Here are just a few options of riding boots and gloves that go well together. Order with Code FALLSHIP and get free shipping on orders over $99. Whether you are schooling, showing dressage, eventers or hunter/jumper, or riding in the winter; we have a style that will work for you!
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