Common Sense Horse Keeping

Common Sense Horse Keeping Because it should always be about the horse! The essential guide for caring for horses. I have over 40 years of experience with horses.

I have leased my own farm or been involved as a partial boarder, as well as worked as a stable manager. Now I finally own my own farm and bring all I have learned to running my own stable as efficiently as possible without sacrificing quality of care for my animals. I have been involved with the United States Pony Club for over 10 years, and I compete in eventing: both pony clubbers and eventers a

re known for their excellent care of their horses. My goal is in putting the care and safety of my horses first, as in the long run, that is how you save money. Compomising on feed and care results in costly vet bills and lousy performance at competitions. I hope to share what I have learned over the years with barn owners, managers, and boarders alike.

11/13/2025

Make a list of what’s important for you and your horse in a boarding facility to help you find the right barn!

11/12/2025

Pay your bills, Communicate and avoid barn drama and gossip!

Check out the recap of my Disaster Planning talk!
11/12/2025

Check out the recap of my Disaster Planning talk!

Check out this recap of Equine Affaire Massachusetts 2025, complete with a rundown of the clinics, competition, horse adoption, and more.

11/11/2025

Part one be of my talk on How To Be a Good Boarder at Equine Affaire!

11/11/2025

As the weather warms up, remove those blankets! Horses should not be wearing blankets as the weather heats up into the 60’s. Better to give them extra hay and remove the blanket than to risk them o reheating. Extra calories and movement will keep them warm! And check those straps!

Are you ready for the temperature drop this week in Florida? Now is the time to be ready to keep your horses comfortable...
11/09/2025

Are you ready for the temperature drop this week in Florida? Now is the time to be ready to keep your horses comfortable and please make sure to check their water often!

A "Snuggle Alert" has been issed for Monday and Tuesday. This is not a drill. Repeat, this is NOT a drill. Act accordingly. 🥶❄️

11/08/2025
Day 2 of Equine Affaire, Inc. (Official) is in the wraps! I did 2 talks, one on How To Be a Good Boarder and one on Disa...
11/08/2025

Day 2 of Equine Affaire, Inc. (Official) is in the wraps! I did 2 talks, one on How To Be a Good Boarder and one on Disaster Planning!

Todays schedule at Equine Affaire!
11/07/2025

Todays schedule at Equine Affaire!

Equine Affaire time!
11/06/2025

Equine Affaire time!

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Calypso Ridge Farm
De Leon Springs, FL
32130

Website

https://commonsensehorsekeeping.com/

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