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Stonewater Ranch: A Healing Space
Hope and Restoration at Stonewater Ranch One junior high girl who came to open enrollment at Youth Dynamics had this to say about Stonewater Ranch: “It’s so healing to be here.” Indeed, God’s peace fills the 158 acre ranch and it is noticeable to visitors. Tucked in the sunny … Read More
Is Summer Grass Safe?
Keep Your Horse Healthy All Summer Long by Dr. Joyce Harman, DVM Summer has arrived, bringing with it the changing responsibilities of a horse owner. This may include changing out troughs more often to keep your horse’s water cool and fresh, or hosing him down on those brutal July … Read More
Group Vacations with the ABHA
Building Camaraderie and Promoting Blazer Horses In Montana Every year, the ABHA plans group vacations to build camaraderie, promote the Blazer breed, and give its members the opportunity to enjoy their horses while riding in the great outdoors. These group vacations are made possible because of ABHA members like Chan … Read More
The Importance of Strength and Flexibility
Improve Your Riding with Yoga Exercises by Emily Beasley We practice physical balance and flexibility so we can achieve mental balance and flexibility. I have instructed hundreds of yoga classes and have repeated that exact phrase, one I often heard from a yoga instructor. Until recently, however, I was … Read More
Feed Your Horse Properly
Scoops Measure Volume, Not Weight by Juliet M. Getty Ph.D. The directions on most feed bags offer guidelines in terms of the number of pounds (or kg) you should feed. If you use a scoop to measure your horse’s feed, how many pounds are you actually feeding? Are you assuming that … Read More
Riding Fear Free – Educational Opportunities for the Fearful Rider
by Laura Daley A good horse owner knows what it takes to maintain care and control over their own horse. Good horsemanship is the study of the required skills for training and handling of a horse. With study and training, fearful riders can go a long way toward overcoming … Read More
Over 40 and Horse Crazy – Haltering Basics
A Good Ride Starts with the Halter by Laura Schonberg There is nothing more frustrating than looking forward to horse time after a busy day and discovering it’s difficult to get your horse. Haltering is a basic exercise that is easy to rush through yet critical to establishing the … Read More
Innovacyn Introduces New and Improved Vetericyn ® Plus
Innovacyn, a leader in innovative medical devices in the human and animal health industry, announced a new and improved formulation in their animal line of healthcare products—Vetericyn® Plus, available for all animal species, regardless of age. Vetericyn® Plus is a product line of innovative solutions indicated for wounds, cuts, lacerations, … Read More
Barn Pros Offers Eldorado Architectural Stone Option for Barns and Buildings
Every one of Barn Pros’ pre-engineered barn, shop and barn apartments now includes options for an Eldorado Stone treatment of your choosing, resulting in a building of extraordinary beauty. Options include three exterior stone wrap packages designed to work perfectly with your structure: the wainscot, a half-wrap or the full-wrap. … Read More
