Kaylie Eaves Horsemanship LLC

02/02/2025

Go support my friend Shae!❤️ her clothes are so comfy!👇

02/02/2025

Here's the thing...and somehow it's a hard thing for many people to understand.

There is a shortage of veterinarians.

There is a shortage of large animal vets. There is a shortage of small animal vets.

Soooo

If you do not have a relationship with a veterinarian chances are when you have a midnight emergency none will agree to come out for your horse. (Or your small critter)

Not because they are unfeeling or lazy. Read that again.

It is Because they are working themselves to death trying to keep up with the need.

Owners should be established with a vet practice. Puppies need lots of visits and vaccines.

And a neuter or spay

Cats also.

Donkeys as well.

Your horse Will have an emergency at some point. When it does, it should have current vaccinations and a dental.

And no dangly man bits.

And be HANDLEABLE.

If you have a relationship with the vet most of the time they will be there for you as soon as humanly possible.

We (society) gotta do better. We do.

We have a Huge shortage of qualified veterinarians and a huge surplus of animals in all varieties.

And only "we" can fix this

02/01/2025

✨ Maserati, aka Mazzy, is an 8-year-old Morgan cross here to be fully started under saddle to be an all-around/trail horse! So excited to start working with this sweet boy❤️✨

02/01/2025

✨Picking up a new training horse today!✨

What breed do you think they will be? 👇 comment below!

02/01/2025

The other day, in front of me, someone told another person the myth that alfalfa would make their horse hot; it wasn't my place to correct it. But I'm glad more people are realizing the benefits of alfalfa for their horses.

Our horses are on grass/alfalfa mix hay, and most get alfalfa pellets, feed, supplements, loose salt and minerals, exercise, and 24/7 turnout (weather permitting).

Phoenix came here under-muscled and a little dull in his personality, and Justice came extremely thin and not well cared for; now that they are getting all around what they need (nutrition, exercise, and herd turnout), Justice doesn't even look like the horse he was 9 months ago and Phoenix only being here a month is already starting to look and feel better. ❤️

Photos of each horse are in the comments for example. Work with your vet to know exactly what YOUR horse needs.

01/31/2025

Great advice!

Horses I've taken trail riding this week have been in work all winter and even then I took them to easy (flat) trails and only rode for an hour.

There's a warm snap happening in Ohio and I'm sure a lot of us are itching to trail ride our horses (I did yesterday!). Here are some things to consider before heading out on the trails-

1. Double check your saddle fit and make sure your pad is as clean as possible. Horses bodies can change through the winter by losing or gaining. Do a quick once over and be sure everything is in working order.

2. The duration and terrain of your trail ride should be considered. Horses that have been stalled, standing around a round bale, or in small dry lots without much room to move, will have lower fitness and stiffer joints. Consider a gradual trail ride instead of a multi hour and multi terrain ride. You will decrease your risk of injury and are less likely to sour your horse.

3. Some horses can come out of the pasture and be right where your left them while others might be a little more anxious. Be open to what they offer and work with them.

4. Anxiety and adrenaline can over power soreness and pain. Remember, horses are masters at hiding their pain (prey animal instinct). Consider the horses that would just go and go and go on that first trail ride of the spring. What is fueling them? How do they get around the next day? Building muscle will cause soreness but muscle should be built systematically over time.

5. Some horses can maintain some level of fitness in the pasture. This is to your advantage, but don't forget they aren't hanging out in the pasture carrying weight around. A couple rides getting warmed up to carrying a rider can make a big difference for the future.

6. Make sure their feet are trimmed and balanced. Nothing worse and more dangerous than tripping around on the trails with long toes!

Have fun everybody. Spring is coming soon!

01/31/2025

Awe how romantic…. Oh, nevermind 😂🙃

01/30/2025

✨Problem People✨

I have encountered many remarkable horses whose challenges stemmed from their humans.

It's all too common to meet individuals who expect horses to be “super safe” or “super brave,” but the reality is that horseback riding inherently involves risk. No matter how much experience a horse may have, it remains a prey animal with natural flight instincts that can be triggered by fear. Ultimately, your horse will only be as brave as you are.

I've seen students mount their jittery, spooky, or agitated horses, only to dismount and let me ride instead. Miraculously, the horse settles down and behaves perfectly. While I am not a miracle worker, I possess a level of confidence on most horses and understand how to help them relax. There can be a stark contrast between riders who exude confidence and those who are excessively nervous.

Building confidence requires practice, a willingness to step outside your comfort zone, and a commitment to learning over time through trial and error. If you continually ride a push-button, dull lesson pony that has never ventured beyond a set routine and arena for years, it's important to acknowledge that you may not truly understand what it means to ride. Horses have brains; they possess instincts but lack the ability to apply logic.

Many fellow horsemen and women have noted a current deficit in riding skills, and I firmly believe this issue arises from our society's obsession with instant gratification. In my services, I provide training for what is often labeled as “problem horses.” However, I plan to revise this terminology. After all, horses are not the problem—people are.

01/30/2025

✨Another wonderful trail ride! Today we went to the Alum Creek Flats!✨

01/30/2025

✨Flexibility ✨

The other day, I embarked on a transformative 30-day yoga challenge to enhance flexibility and I'm amazed at the stiffness I'd accumulated. Only on day 3, I'm already experiencing a profound impact on my body, especially when riding! Empower yourself and your horse by committing to improve strength and posture.

01/29/2025

✨Mahina is so gorgeous 😭🥰😍❤️✨

01/29/2025

✨First trail ride of 2025!✨

01/29/2025

🔹I know I'm biased but he's the cutest baby on the planet 🥹💙🔹

**t

01/29/2025

✨Mahina has become such an incredible horse; hopefully, her person finds her soon!✨

01/28/2025

✨Chester being the gentle giant he is ❤️✨

01/27/2025

✨2025 Training availability✨
⭐May 1st-August 1st
⭐August 1st-November 1st
⭐November 1st-December 1st (30-days only)