Mom's Menagerie, Pet Sitting

06/26/2024

Awe he’s hungry 💕

06/26/2024

I wish we could celebrate without all the booms!

06/26/2024

Save the lightning bugs!

06/24/2024

06/22/2024

How to keep wasps from building their nests near you.

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06/22/2024

Every single day. 😊

oh so true...

06/21/2024

Give it up for this helpful worker! 👏

06/20/2024

Summer fun

06/19/2024

Keep your ponies cool!

Temperatures are rising!☀️☀️☀️

This is your reminder to make sure that your horse is staying hydrated! Here are some tips to keep your horse healthy in these upcoming hot months:

• WATER! Horses always need free access to clean water. On average, a horse will drink 5-10 gallons of water per day. It is good to know a baseline for what is “normal” for your horse. That way, you will be able to notice if their intake has changed.

• Limit exercise in excessive temperatures. Make sure to take frequent breaks. If possible, ride in the early morning or evenings when it will be cooler. Horses tolerate heat differently depending on age, fitness level, and overall health. Make sure to monitor your horses breathing to avoid overheating! A good hose off when they are sweaty is always helpful.

• Salt and Electrolytes are a great way to entice your horse to drink more. If you put electrolytes in their water, always make sure to offer a bucket of plain water as well.

• Good ventilation is key to keeping your horse cool. If you are trailering, make sure all windows are open to maximize airflow. If you choose to use fans in your barn, make sure the motor is enclosed and any dust or cobwebs are cleaned off regularly.

• Horses with pink skin would benefit from wearing sun protection - fly masks that cover the nose and eyes, and even fly sheets if they are sensitive and are going to be out during the day. You could even put a bit of sunscreen on their noses, but avoid the eyes.

As always, while monitoring your horses, don't forget to also keep yourself watered!

06/19/2024

Go ahead feed the ducks, just don’t feed them bread!

Did not know! Good to know!

06/18/2024

Ticks, yuck!!

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06/17/2024

Smushy nosed pups get hot quicker than long nosed dogs.

A picture is worth a thousand words...image credit International Canine Behaviorists

06/16/2024

Fun in the summertime

06/13/2024

06/08/2024

Truth

Equestrian style haha :D
credits: Pinterest

06/08/2024

My Zippy had a thumbprint 💕

Did you know? Who has a horse with one of these thumbprints?

A "Prophet's Thumbprint" is a birthmark in the form of an indentation, usually found on the side of a horse’s neck, and it is totally harmless although it comes with a lovely legendary story!

The Prophet Mohammed was wandering the desert with his herd of horses for many days, and as they approached an oasis he sent them forth to drink. But as the thirsty horses approached the water, he called them back. Only five of his mares stopped and returned to him, and to thank them for their loyalty he blessed them by pressing his thumbprint into their necks.
It’s believed that a horse with such a mark will be outstanding, being a descendant of one of these brood mares that the Prophet Mohammed particularly treasured.