Strathcona Ventures

05/12/2024

Happy Mother's Day to all you amazing moms 🩷 🌷 🩷

05/09/2024

As we welcome the signs of spring, we also welcome the risks of spring laminitis and founder. We use our Poly Hay Ring, feeding hay until pastures are more mature. This not only helps improve digestion but also reduces the amount of wasted hay.

The sugar content in grass is highest during:

🌱 Early spring and during re-growth.
🔥 Drought conditions.
🌤 Cool nights, warm sunny days.
❄️ And after a hard freeze.

05/08/2024

As we prepare our flowers and garden beds for a plentiful growing season, we add our Simply Straw for mulch 👩‍🌾

Adding it to your garden soil, containers, and new perennials has many benefits, including conserving water, preventing w**ds, improving soil health, and protecting your plants 🪴

Come pick up a bag or two and prepare your garden for summer 🌷

12/28/2023

Happy grazing with our adjustable hay ring and net! 😀

Happy Wednesday, have a great day.

Ziggy
Delhya

11/03/2023

🌾 Simply Straw has been a popular horse bedding this fall! It's super absorbent and has no dust, and our horses love to lie down in the comfort it brings. Our manure pile in the spring is way smaller due to its natural composting. Our garden loves it, we love and so do our horses 🐴 💛

Try If you haven't tried it yet, we highly recommend giving it a go and experiencing the difference for yourself.

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween 👻 🧡 🎃 🐴

10/06/2023

Happy Thanksgiving from our herd to yours 🐴 🍂 🧡

Our office will be closed on Monday as we spend time with family & horses!

09/22/2023

Scarlett & Flare say Happy Friday and to go enjoy a ride this weekend ☀️

09/20/2023

🌾 As the weather transitions to cooler nights and warmer days, grasses tend to increase their NSC values, which can lead to Fall Laminitis in horses 🐴

During the fall season, horses produce more ACTH in the fall, which stimulates cortisol production and increases insulin levels, leading to a higher risk of laminitis. This happens in all horses from mid-August to November/December. Those with Cushing's Disease or PPID may have even higher levels.

The sugar content in grass is highest during:
🌱 Early spring and during re-growth.
🔥 Drought conditions.
🌤 Cool nights, warm sunny days.
❄️ And after a hard freeze.

09/08/2023

Embracing the yearly tradition of checking & floating our beloved horses' teeth! Vital for their comfort, digestion & overall well-being. Let's keep them munching away 🦷 ✨

08/29/2023

Interesting salt and trace mineral myth and fact ✨

Who else feeds loose salt?

MYTH - A horse gets his minerals from the trace mineral block.

FACT - Most trace mineral blocks are 95 to 98% salt. That means less than 5% of the block contains trace minerals. It is difficult for a horse to physically consume enough of a trace mineral block each day to meet trace mineral requirements. In addition, these blocks were designed for the coarse tongue of a cow, not the soft, smooth tongue of a horse.

Horse owners are better off to top dress or supply free choice plain white salt, and rely on a commercially fortified feed or supplement to supply trace minerals in adequate amounts.

08/28/2023

Say goodbye to hoof abscesses naturally with our Hoof Abscess Pack 🌟 🐴

Made with all-natural ingredients, it removes toxins, moisture, and bacteria, promoting healing and fighting infection. Ready to use in minutes, it's perfect for horse owners and veterinary professionals on the go. And only 💲1.99 per pack 😲

www.farmandbarnsupply.com

08/25/2023

We are bringing in some more Hanging Nag Bags 🌟 🐴

They are a favourite slow-feeder bag, holding 3-5 flakes of hay! Using a slow feeder not only saves on hay costs and reduces mess, but it also promotes healthy digestion and prevents colic in horses.

Every slow feeder bag has a handy dandy toggle! The toggle keeps the black drawstring from falling through while filling the bags 😉

Check out our website for other sizes available!

www.farmandbarnsupply.com

08/23/2023

Say goodbye to hay wastage and hello to happy horses with our Poly Hay Ring Feeders! 🤩

Whether you have one horse or a whole herd, our feeders are the perfect solution for reducing hay wastage and ensuring your equine friends get the foraging they need. 🌾🐴

The innovative design allows easy access to hay and reduces the risk of respiratory issues or digestive problems, ensuring your horses stay healthy and happy.

💚 Order now and see the difference for yourself!

www.farmandbarnsupply.com

08/22/2023

First time presented in North America – don’t miss the opportunity!

🐴 REGISTER: https://courses.equicrowncanada.com/
🐴 COST: $500 CDN for two-days of intensive lectures and hands on training.
🐴 LOCATION: University of Calgary School of Veterinary Medicine

🐴 Info - 888.913.3150
🐴 Email - [email protected]

06/25/2023

Happy birthday to Heather in our office 🎂🎉

06/23/2023

We hope you get to enjoy a similar view this weekend! Happy trails 🐴☀

06/22/2023

We can't say enough how much we 💛 our chopped Straw! It has so many benefits for the garden! Boost plant growth, retain moisture, and reduce w**ds naturally.

Another bonus, it keeps our toddler from getting super dirty 😁 🌿 🌾

www.farmandbarnsupply.com

06/15/2023

We absolutely 💙 our EquiCrown compression bandages.

Our horses in light training always have nice tight legs, even when stalled or taken on the road for clinics. Easy to put on and even easier to wash! All-round a win-win for both us and the horse!

Thanks, EquiCrown Canada!

06/13/2023

This time of year, pasture grasses are high in sugar, making some horses and ponies prone to becoming metabolic 🐴 🌾 ☀️

Keep them happy and healthy with slow hay feeders like hanging bags, square bale bags, and poly hay ring feeders. These slow feeders help regulate feeding times and reduce stress, promoting optimal health and well-being.

Find the perfect feeder for your equines at www.farmandbarnsupply.com or talk to one of our experts!

06/12/2023

Another successful Whoa Dust application and a thrilled client 🫶

With this dry weather, reducing water usage and keeping a consistent riding surface is hard. WHOA Dust helps both so you can enjoy the hot summer days and have a magical ride on your unicorn! ☀️ 🦄

Visit for a free quote on your arena!
www.whoadust.ca

06/08/2023

Beat the heat and conserve water in your garden with Simply Straw ☀️🌻

Compressed wheat straw is an excellent mulching solution that reduces water usage by retaining moisture in the soil. It also helps suppress w**d growth, improving the health of your plants. Plus, it's eco-friendly and readily available.

Embrace sustainable gardening practices and book an appointment to pick up some bags of Simply Straw today 🌻🍓🌽

06/07/2023

Saddle up and say goodbye to dusty rides with WHOA Dust! 🐎 Our innovative horse arena dust control solution will keep your arena clean and safe for all horses, riders, and the environment.

🌟 Don't let dust hold you back. Try WHOA Dust today!

www.whoadust.ca / Whoa Dust

06/01/2023

Planning a road trip with your horse friends? Here are some beautiful riding trails in Alberta to take a look at.

Read here 👇
https://www.alltrails.com/canada/alberta/horseback-riding

05/30/2023

Don't underestimate the power of worm castings! 🪱

Healthy soil is the foundation of a successful garden. Worm castings can help create a thriving ecosystem in your garden by improving soil structure, nutrient absorption, and water retention 🌱🌻

05/26/2023

It’s a good Friday when you have a mouthful of dandelions ☀️🌼

05/22/2023

Travelling with your horse? On the road, some horses have difficulty with different water tastes. Try these tips to encourage your horse to drink while away.

1. Bring water from home.
2. Add 20 ounces of clear soda (make sure it's caffeine free) to the new water.
3. Add electrolytes to new water or provide electrolytes using an oral gel or paste.
4. Add a small amount of salt to beet pulp, mash or feed, which can act as an electrolyte.

05/18/2023

It's springtime, so we are spring-cleaning our horse's brushes! 🪣🧽

We first remove dirt or debris with a curry comb. Then, fill a bucket with warm water and a few drops of mild soap. Soak the brushes for 10-15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly and let them air dry in the sun.

Our horses enjoy being groomed with clean, fresh brushes! 🌸