Diamond Double D Ranch

09/13/2023

Anyone looking for some work? Looking to hire a couple people at OKC West Stockyards. We need gate hands and a couple people that can set a long trot horseback pushing cattle. If you know anyone send them my way.

09/07/2023

Project Kill Pen, aka Star. This horse was born in the kill pen, turned into a horse that for some reason I can not sell, despite having many, many offers. She might not have an amazing set of papers, or be the most athletic horse I’ve swung a leg over, but I’ve sure grown to like her.

09/02/2023

Gunpowders Merada ( Shorty) having a little fun at house. Thank you Delaney Shipman for bringing your camera out!

10/30/2022

Making progress…. we will soon have more room for customers horses. Thanks to all of you have been patient and waited for an opening.

02/11/2022

First baby of the year….he’s trying to figure out how those legs work

08/18/2021

Our Little Smooth aka squirrel.

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06/05/2021

Last calf of the year, no more worries about the first time heifers!!

02/01/2021

Our Little Smooth aka Squirrel.

01/31/2021

Our Little Hottie (Stormy) starting the day off right!!

10/06/2020

Fun little Metallic Cat mare

09/05/2020

Somebody is finally warming up to me

09/02/2020

Weanling filly by Hashtags!!

09/02/2020

Weaning time!

09/01/2020

The old man wanted to join us in the back yard tonight

06/16/2020

Who is the boss here...big Bo or little Vinny?! Best buddies either way!

06/05/2020

The odd couple..

04/17/2020

Hello there little one

04/11/2020

First time heifers getting close. Might be on calf watch soon

03/25/2020

If we have to stay indoors we might as well have a little fun with it!! This youngster has 45 rides on her today and this is her first time seeing the flag! I kind of like her

03/03/2020

If you or your horse need to get ready for spring shows, come check us out! Flag work and training available.

02/28/2020

Springs around the corner!! Are you and your horse ready? I have 1 spot opening for training in 2 weeks. Feel free to reach out and discuss your needs.

02/14/2020

Hard to believe this is the same horse that had severe trust issues and was deemed untrainable. This video is pretty raw nothing fancy yet but it’s her first time brideless. There will be more to come in this horses future.....

02/14/2020

Update on Cinnamon coming soon....

12/24/2019

'twas the night before Christmas and all across the big lands it was a much needed break for all the top hands, the tall tops were set by the chimney with care in hopes that ol Santa soon would be there, the little cowpunchers were tucked snug in their beds while visions of wild broncs danced in their heads.. Ma in her wild rag and I in my lid had just finished coffee and were headed for bed.. When out in the yard I heard such a clatter I rushed to the door to see what the heck was the matter... When what to my wandering eyes did appear was a big ol fat man and 8 wore out deer.. They skid to a stop and then with a thud.. He said "I'm in a tight spot could ya help me out bud?" With all of his travels his deer were wore slick he asked if he could borrow a big stout ranch stick. I said "Sir we got one as strong and fresh as you please but the trouble is keepin him right 'tween your knees" he said "that'd fine" that "I sure saved the day" so I cut him out the ol roman nosed bay... He tied that toy bag on the back of my rig, then up in the saddle and he gave him a gig... I heard Santa exclaim as he shot through the night, "THIS OUTLAW'S PLUM GOOFY AND WON'T TURN TO THE RIGHT!!" He raked the old bay and got him in line and the ranches got gifts just right on time.. I awoke the next mornin to find the deer gone and the bay in the round pen standin alone.. And tied in his mane was a note jotted down.. "You ought to break these dang things before you send em to town..."
- Ryan Mileham
2013

All copyrights belong to Ryan Mileham.

Here's an image of Ryan from last fall on that Big Bay that just seemed to fit.

May you all have a Merry Christmas & are blessed beyond measure!

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12/17/2019

Meet Vinny!!! The newest member of Diamond DD ranch lol!! If anyone has a idea for names throw em out there.

12/01/2019

Meet Cinnamon! Here is a little background, when I started working with her someone had almost cut her tongue off with a bit. She would shut down the minute anything went near her mouth. She rode with her nose to the sky to try to evade bit pressure. Now she is packing kids around that have never rode. So happy to see her relaxed and making an impact. She deserved a chance.

11/25/2019

Getting our minds right

11/02/2019

The crew is finally back together again!

09/02/2019

Huge thank you to Pete Woods for letting me show his horse. Robyn Thomas for taking me with her and helping me. It was a great day!

08/31/2019

We all have dreams ... go after them

08/31/2019

Go ride....

Too Good Not to Share

FROM A PARENT:
One of my friends asked "Why do you pay so much money for your kids to ride horses?" Well I have a confession to make, I don't pay for my kids to ride horses. Personally, I couldn't care less about the horses.

So, if I am not paying for them to ride, what am I paying for?

- I pay for those moments when my kids become so tired they want to quit but don't.

- I pay for those days when my kids come home from school and are "too tired" to go the barn but go anyway.

- I pay for my kids to learn to be disciplined.

- I pay for my kids to learn to take care of their body.

- I pay for my kids to learn to work with others and to be good team mates.

- I pay for my kids to learn to deal with disappointment, when they don't get that score they'd hoped for, but still have to work hard in the grading.

- I pay for my kids to learn to make and accomplish goals.

- I pay for my kids to learn that it takes hours and hours and hours and hours of hard work and practice to create a champion, and that success does not happen overnight.

- I pay for the opportunity my kids have and will have to make life-long friendships.

- I pay so that my kids can be in the arena instead of in front of a screen...
..I could go on but, to be short, I don't pay for horse riding, I pay for the opportunities that horse riding provides my kids with to develop attributes that will serve them well throughout their lives and give them the opportunity to bless the lives of others. From what I have seen so far I think it is a great investment!

07/30/2019

Getting the fresh off!

07/24/2019

This horse has become my personal project. She was so fearful and anxious when I first met her. My goal is to release that fear and anxiety and work to gain a partner. Looks like we are making progress!

06/19/2019

I am proud to announce that Diamond Double D Ranch has partnered with Eagle Wings Ranch, an equine ministry that works with young people and veterans. Horses have always played a big role in my life and this is why. Helping prepare horses to change lives is the most fulfilling job I could ever ask for. This is why we do what we do. I can't tell you how much it means to me to be a part of this!

05/26/2019

05/05/2019

Starting to figure it out. Smart girl took less than 10 minutes!

05/05/2019

Not always pretty at first but patience and soft hands can go a long way

05/05/2019

Next step for Baby Smalls!! Time to learn what a bit is.

10/22/2018

Great vacation! Do a little trail riding during the day and sit by the fire at night