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Things happen. Life gets busy. Injuries occur. Then, to top it all off, competition is always on the horizon. The question of the day is – how do you combat busy seasons and injuries, along with looking down the barrel of the gun of upcoming competition? The answer? Swimming!  Yes, You heard us right –...

Similar to real estate listings, equine advertisements are a minefield of clever wording and creative, albeit liberal uses of the thesaurus. Sellers want to cover any flaw with rose petals and soothing words. Because of this, common phrases are easily mistaken for something completely different. All in good fun, here are a few accurate translations...

For many people, the lack of social interaction during this time can be very stressful and even upsetting. Never fear! You don’t always need to leave the house to be social. Here are some easy ways to be social during social distancing: Give your pets some extra love Animals can help with stress. We all...

Everyone starts off as a beginner at some point. The best thing you can do is learn from a patient and experienced instructor. Listen carefully, practice faithfully, and have some fun! Western riding is a wonderful sport for guys and gals. Here’s some advice to start you off right… Beginner Riding Tips 1. Stay calm:...

The Spanish Barb’s story begins on Africa’s northern coast sometime around 700 AD, with a fierce tribe of warrior horseman and their legendary mounts– agile, elegant, surefooted, and possessing a dominating stamina honed on the arid plains and scrub-brushed mountains of the Barbary Coast. The African Barb, once the pride of the Zenata – a...