Double Diamond Equestrian Center LLC

11/18/2024

For the Yellowstone fans that watched this drug be administered IM to a snake bit horse last night…

What is Banamine?
Banamine is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent that relieves pain, swelling and fever in horses.

Banamine comes in two forms: injectable and oral. Veterinarians routinely use the injectable form in the vein (IV). Horse owners may have oral and injectable banamine on hand to relieve pain. Owners must know the risks of giving banamine or other medications in the muscle (IM).

Muscle damage and infection
Many drugs can cause muscle damage when injected:

Banamine
Ivermectin
Progesterone
Anti-histamines
Phenylbutazone
Dipyrone
Vitamin B complex
Synthetic prostaglandins
This usually causes few problems. But, spores of bacteria (Clostridium) can rest in healthy muscle and start to grow if the muscle gets damaged. This growth can cause Clostridial myositis, a serious and sometimes fatal infection.

Just another reason to make sure you discuss treatments with your vet and do not assume that everything on tv or the internet is fact!

11/14/2024

Zeke “The Wonder Pony”! There are not words to describe this amazing horse! From the ugly, skinny, d**k that I picked up to the wonderful athlete he became has been an incredible journey.

He was a jack of all trades!
Speed events ✅
Over fences ✅
Drill team ✅
Mounted shooting ✅
Cowboy polo ✅
This guy could do it all!

He could be a performance horse and then turn around a babysit the beginners! He was truly one of a kind! He was part of our first string lineup!

What an unexpected and hard decision this has been to make. However, sometimes He needs them more than we do! Please pray for our staff as it will not be the same here without Zeke.

To all of our students over the last 15 yrs that had the opportunity to ride, show, or know Zeke we hope you know how truly blessed you are.

To our sweet Zeke, 30 yrs wasn’t nearly long enough! We say goodbye for now, but we will see you again! Remember, all horses in heaven that are missing tails, were truly loved.

11/11/2024

Please pray for our sweet Zeke. He has an esophageal obstruction that has not been able to be dislodged. Vets have done everything they can.

11/01/2024

Happy Halloween!!

We found the scariest pumpkin ever! 🤪

10/30/2024

We quite often get calls from people that have done EXACTLY this! Please seek qualified help for your first horse purchase. Don’t just get help, LISTEN to the help! If not just for the first horse but the first several horse purchases. Don’t get taken advantage of! Protect yourself and the child!

10/26/2024

We want to extend out deepest condolences for the Sledge family! Unexpectedly, Bryan Sledge passed away earlier this week. We extend our prayers to Imiley and Suri in this terrible time.

We know that our Double Diamond family will want to extend their prayers and condolences for them as well!

Service information for Bryan:

Bryan’s viewing will be on Wednesday the 30th at Nalley-Pickle and Welch in Midland from 6-8pm.

Bryan’s funeral will be held at Mid-Cities church off of 191 in Midland at 11 am on Thursday the 31st.

The burial will follow at 3pm on Thursday the 31st at Trinity Memorial Park in Big Spring.

Hugs for this family! You are constantly in our thoughts and prayers!

10/16/2024

Absolutely the funniest moment we have had in this class so far. A little friendly competition of “catch phrase” to work on our horse/barn vocabulary words. This word was pitchfork. The demonstration of a “lynch mob” sent all of us into a laughing fit! 🤣🤣🤣

These kiddos are hilarious! Yes, this class is ALWAYS this loud. We have a great time!

10/11/2024

Another fun week of classes! Here’s a sneak peek of a few highlights.

10/04/2024

We were a huge hit today at Trinity School’s blessing of the animals. We took our largest and smallest friends with us. Chief and Pokey stole the show and were greeted by many enthusiastic kiddos! 

09/25/2024

We are REALLY enjoying our new classes that we have implemented this semester! Our students are amazing and such a joy to have in our barn! 🥰

09/17/2024

Truth!

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09/11/2024

Today is a day of remembrance. A day that not only rattled our nation, but brought us together. We would like to thank those who serve and protect us and fight for our freedom!
WE WILL NEVER FORGET!

09/06/2024

The outdoor arena is so pretty! Thankful for all the rain!

08/26/2024

**********JOB POSTING************
Double Diamond Equestrian Center in Midland, Texas is looking to fill a barn manager position. Must be a detail-oriented, focused, positive, reliable, and dedicated individual.
Must have horse experience and show experience is a plus.

Pay will be based on experience.

Applications can be submitted on our website.

Must provide at least two references. One must be in the equine industry.