KD Performance Horses

08/23/2024

Throw back to the best boy 🩷🩷

08/23/2024

No amount of physical manipulation can make up for a poor foundation ❌

When it comes to training, foundation is everything.

I’ve seen it time and again—owners send horses to trainers and expect them to become proficient in a discipline within 60-90 days without having a good foundation to start with.

The truth is, your trainer will probably need at least that long, if not longer, to correct the bad habits that horse arrived with and put some foundational elements in place so that they can progress that horse through its training.

When we skip the critical steps of developing trust, communication, and understanding with these horses during the early formative periods of their lives, we are costing ourselves significant time, effort, and investment down the road.

If we don't take the time to handle these horses correctly at a young age, we are putting ourselves (and our trainers) in the position to rely on physical manipulation later ― and, that simply doesn't work.

Do yourself, and your trainers, a favor and make the time to build a relationship with your c**ts. Even a few minutes a day can drastically improve your starting point and set them up for long-term success.

08/09/2024

This horse is one in a million! He had the best show and got to enjoy it with his human parents ♥️♥️♥️

08/08/2024

Entrants must fill out the entire form to be entered in the Botupharma USA "Full Monty" Stallion Kit Giveaway! Then, make sure you click "follow" on the Botupharma USA Facebook and Instagram pages. Winner will be announced by random draw on Monday September 2, 2024. You will be notified via email, a...

08/07/2024

08/04/2024

Took some of the best boys out to show Sundae how fun trail riding can be ❤️❤️

SD Hercules & SD Tarzan

08/04/2024

Love my girl

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08/01/2024

Did you know that Anoka Equine offers stallion collection, semen freezing, and storage as part of their reproduction services.

So, why freeze semen?? Having an abundant supply of frozen semen means there is no need for on demand collections. It provides security knowing you have the preservation of fertility with your aging stallions and with those that are lost unexpectedly. It allows you to maintain a competitive edge in the show ring through the breeding season, and market nationally, all while being able to cover mares as needed. It can even allow for an increased volume of mares you are able to cover in any given breeding season. Generally, less collections are needed overall, there is no semen waste, post-thaw motility lends consistent results, and you have access to the semen at any time.

Don't miss out! The busy breeding season is just winding down, making now the perfect time to freeze your stallion's semen. Contact Anoka Equine's reproduction department at 763-441-3797 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

We look forward to working with you and your stallions!

07/31/2024

SD TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS showed up and ROCKED his first EVER driving classes!!!

He was Unanimous first in Open Driving, Ladies Driving, and Open Pleasure Driving Working, 1st & 2nd in Turnout, 1st & 3rd in Obstacle Driving, and 2nd and 3rd in Ground Obstacles Driving

Such a rockstar!!!

07/30/2024

Today was farrier day for all the 2024 foals. I'm so thankful for such an amazing farrier that handles the foals with the care they need and sets them up for success 🎉❤️

07/30/2024

FLF BISCUITS N GRAVY -Proof that hard work and time creates a horse of a lifetime.

So blessed to be able to share this past amazing weekend with his humans. Thanks for all your help and support this past weekend and the past years!

🎉here's to many more !!

📷 Nikki Milligan

07/30/2024

Starting to get photos uploaded to the gallery for this weekend's Minnesota Pony and Cob Classic show. Goal is to have them all up by mid-week, we'll see how well I do with that. :)

07/30/2024

KDPH RHINESTONE COWBOY was Unanimous 1st Place in his gelding age division and Unanimous Reserve Champion Gelding.

Many thanks to Alecia Babich for letting me handle Glen in the Champion Class ❤️❤️

07/24/2024

Truth

Foundation is everything.

Progression, in life and horsemanship, is never a linear process.

Getting better requires an inevitable series of ups and downs, with new challenges at each new level.

If you are faced with a series of ‘downs,’ the easiest way to get back to your foundation is to pick one simple thing and just get started again.

The power of mastering one foundational habit can be monumental.

When the wheels begin to fall off the wagon, your foundation is what you have to fall back on.

Your foundation is what creates your routine, and your routine is what builds your system for success.

Never underestimate the importance of taking the time to develop a foundation—both for yourself, and your horses.

07/20/2024

07/13/2024

Beautiful Shine is with us again for a 2025 foal from King of The South