Wild Hearts Farm Horsemanship

Wild Hearts Farm Horsemanship Natural horsemanship instructor and Hoof Care Practitioner My horseback riding lesson program offers a unique and immersive experience for your young rider.

Located just outside of Ocala, in a small town called Citra, my program provides a safe and judgement free environment where riders can develop a strong foundation in horsemanship while fostering a deep connection with these amazing animals. My well-trained and gentle horses have taught me many lessons over the years and are now ready to teach the next generation of horsemen and horsewomen. My cur

riculum is designed to cover a wide range of skills, including horse care, grooming, tacking, groundwork, and riding techniques. Through a progressive approach, riders will learn the fundamentals of balanced riding, proper posture, and effective communication with the horse. As riders progress, they will have the opportunity to explore various disciplines and many other areas of horse care. Safety is my top priority for both human and horse. Riders will be taught proper safety procedures, including wearing appropriate riding gear and how to handle and care for horses in a responsible manner. In addition to the technical aspects of horseback riding, my program emphasizes the importance of building a strong bond with horses. I believe that developing a relationship based on trust and respect is crucial for both the rider’s progression and horse’s well being. Riders will learn how to communicate effectively with their horse, understand their behavior, and develop a sense of empathy and partnership. Whether your young rider is looking to learning horseback riding as a recreational hobby, improve skills for competition, or simply connect with nature and these incredible animals, my horseback riding program offers a comprehensive and enriching experience.

11/14/2025

Head up to tractor supply in Gainesville for a sweet treat that helps support a local sanctuary!

11/11/2025
Just over one full year of rehabbing distortions caused by laminitis due to PPID
11/11/2025

Just over one full year of rehabbing distortions caused by laminitis due to PPID

10/19/2025
10/19/2025
10/15/2025

A forage-based diet is essential for equines with IR/EMS and PPID. When it comes to what your metabolic equine needs to be healthy in addition to forage, it can get somewhat confusing, especially with all of the posts on social media by self-proclaimed "experts." Many of these people are just trying to sell their "miracle" products to unsuspecting owners who are trying their best to help their metabolic horses, ponies, donkeys, and minis recover from laminitis and/or keep from suffering from laminitis in the future. Always keep in mind that if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Managing metabolic equines takes a multi-pronged approach. You can read the facts about that here: https://ecirhorse.org/DDT+E.php.

Back to the subject of supplementing forage... In this blog, Dr. Kellon addresses what horses on a forage-based diet actually need and why: https://drkhorsesense.wordpress.com/2020/11/27/topping-off-hay-diets/. To delve deeper into the myths and facts about nutritional products and what your IR/EMS and PPID equine needs, be sure to attend Dr. Kathleen Gustafson's presentation "Nutrition Considerations for Equine Hyperinsulinemia" at the 2025 NO Laminitis! Conference, October 31 - November 2. For about the price of an emergency vet call, you'll learn the latest in information on how to keep your metabolic horse laminitis free. Not available those dates? On-demand recordings of the entire conference will be available to registrants for 6 months. For registration, a list of speakers, and the schedule for the NO Laminitis! Conference, go to nolaminitis.org. Register now! Registration ends October 24 at midnight EDT.

Many thanks to our Benefactors:

DIAMOND
Custom Equine Nutrition, LLC, LLC (Vermont Blend)
Equine Balanced Support
California Trace
Forageplus
Soft Ride Equine Comfort Boots
Hay Chix

PLATINUM
Auburn Labs
PHCP
Mad Barn
Black Horse Spirit
Eleanor Kellon Vmd

GOLD
Triple Crown Feed
Anderson Feed Company (Stabul)
Equi-Analytical
Pure Sole Hoof Products
My Best Horse
New England Equine Balance
Great Plains Forage Balance
Jeannean Mercuri - The Hoof Fairy
HorseTech, Inc.
Gutzbusta Slow Feed Hay Nets USA
Nanci Ochi and Dot
SURE FOOT Equine Balance Pads
Fat Pony Feeders
EasyCare Inc. Protective Hoofwear
Hygain
Wandilla Farm and Equine Services
Nutra Horse
Equine Digit Support System, Inc.
Yank Gulch Equine

I can’t wait for this!
09/24/2025

I can’t wait for this!

One day (6 hours) of the 2025 NO Laminitis! Virtual Conference will be devoted entirely to equine foot anatomy, how the structures are affected by laminitis and how to correct them, loading of the foot to improve foot health and outcomes, how the hoof wall and sole can grow and adapt, and correcting compromised feet. Attendees can expect an intensive day of lectures on hoof anatomy and physiology, and the importance of the trim on other aspects of hoof care that are important to recovery from and prevention of laminitis. These lectures will highlight the important roles of the veterinarian and hoof care specialist in laminitis treatment and recovery. Attendees will have on-demand access to digital recordings for six months after the conference. Conference speakers, topics, and registration here: nolaminitis.org. EARLY-BIRD registration deadline is October 10.

A special thanks to our Benefactors:

DIAMOND:
Custom Equine Nutrition, LLC
Equine Balanced Support
California Trace
Forageplus
Soft Ride Equine Comfort Boots
Hay Chix

PLATINUM:
Auburn Labs
PHCP
Mad Barn
Black Horse Spirit
Eleanor Kellon Vmd

GOLD:
Triple Crown Feed
Anderson Feed Company
Equi-Analytical
Pure Sole Hoof Products
My Best Horse
The Hoof Fairy
HorseTech, Inc.
Gutzbusta Slow Feed Hay Nets USA
SURE FOOT Equine
Fat Pony Feeders
EasyCare Inc. Protective Hoofwear
Hygain
Wandilla Farm and Equine Services
Nutri Horses

Sonnet is just over our bu****it but she does like her new squish pads and I love my super cute new rasp handles
09/14/2025

Sonnet is just over our bu****it but she does like her new squish pads and I love my super cute new rasp handles

Trying out the EasyCare verse grip hinds with a 3degree wedge and DIM on Timmy’s hind feet. So far he likes them
09/14/2025

Trying out the EasyCare verse grip hinds with a 3degree wedge and DIM on Timmy’s hind feet. So far he likes them

09/12/2025

Listen now to Alicia Harlov's interview with Drs. Eleanor Kellon and Kathleen Gustafson as they give a sneak peak of several highlights of the upcoming ECIR Group Inc. Silver Jubilee NO Laminitis! Conference, including:

Early signs of PPID
The use of SGLT2i for hyperinsulinemia
Breed risk for EMS
Factors effecting diagnostic testing
How owners navigate the care of our horses with IR/EMS and/or PPID.

The podcast is available now at https://thehumblehoof.com/2025/09/12/the-latest-in-laminitis-research/ or through any podcast app.

09/03/2025

The classic coat changes associated with PPID are actually an ADVANCED symptom. Besides laminitis in the fall, there are other early signs that are often missed. Learn what to watch out for here: http://bit.ly/2XyUkyJ. For speaker, topics, and registration for the NO Laminitis! Virtual Conference Oct. 31 - Nov. 2, go to nolaminitis.org

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1875 NE 189th Lane
Citra, FL
32113

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