Trail of Faith Farms

07/03/2025

Female Nigerian dwarf available, weaned and ready to go
DOB: 4/3/2025

07/02/2025

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Let's normalize showing the
"boring" stuff in horsemanship until more people realize the importance of it.
It's time to start doing more ground work. With more communication, more understanding, and using behavior based psychology you'll see the changes you're looking for

07/02/2025

Here's to the last few weeks in reverse!
Although it's been dangerously hot, farm life still goes on! We do our best to take extra measures to keep our program horses safe, cool and healthy along with our working stock, and beloved clients.
We are praying for continued growth and provision for our ministry. We are thankful to those who help support our outreach as we are a pillar in our community and surrounding counties. We are uniquely set apart from the overwhelming selections of equine facilities as we offer fundamental teachings to gain horsemanship that'll last for a lifetime. We don't settle for mediocre. We wish to bring awareness to all those who visit that they don't have to settle for less than who they can be. The Ultimate Trainer, Jesus Christ is the foundation and the focus of all we teach. His fruits are evident here in works and in words. You can look around our beautiful facility and see the evidence in the atmosphere from the blessings of donated run in shelters to green lush pastures sprinkled with healthy cattle, horses, and goats.
We are GRATEFUL beyond words for all those who support Trail of Faith Farms!
Without your generosity, the rescue horses we care for would need to rehomed. The hard to handle, dangerous permanent, sanctuary horses would need to be put down. The programs we offer for FREE, to veterans using mustangs would not exist. Our therapeutic riding programs, camps, and rodeo schools would cease. Our rescue efforts to make a difference in a displaced horse or human in hurricanes wouldn't be possible.
We value you and we thank you as your support does not go unnoticed. We ask you to keep the faith and continue to sow into good ground to make a difference in the Kingdom of Christ. Give now to provide care for our program horses and opportunities for clients who receive TOFF scholarships and/or participate in other services we offer.
For your goodness and generosity does not go unnoticed.
-Jessica Shively
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But the seed on good soil stands for those with a noble and good heart, who hear the word, retain it, and by persevering produce a crop.
Luke 8:15

Give now! There are many options to choose from;
sponsor an event, sponsor a horse, sponsor a veteran, sponsor a camper, sponsor a hoof trim, sponsor a bag of feed, sponsor a salt and mineral block, and/or sponsor a round bale

via Venmo or PayPal @ [email protected]

07/02/2025

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Essential oils vs. Horsemanship 🪻
Why smelling nice cannot take the place of psychology -

There’s a running theme in natural horsemanship to find different solutions for your horses needs. But something we simply cannot replace in horse training is the use of psychology, leadership, and boundaries.

Essential oils have been used for many years to calm, cure, or "rebalance" our four-legged partners.
From lavender for anxiety to peppermint for sore muscles, these tiny bottles of concentrated plant extract have become big business-not just for humans, but animals too. But here's the thing: your horse doesn't need aromatherapy.

Horses Are Not Humans - stop being anthropomorphic!
Essential oils are marketed with claims rooted in human wellness trends. But horses have completely different biology, sensory systems, and needs. A scent that relaxes a person might overwhelm a horse's extremely sensitive nose. Horses rely heavily on smell for understanding their environment and survival, so flooding their senses with strong, unnatural scents can be confusing or even stressful.

There's Little to No Scientific Backing
Despite enthusiastic anecdotes, there's very little research showing that essential oils provide any real therapeutic benefit for horses psyche. Unlike veterinary medicine, these products aren't rigorously tested for efficacy or safety. So when someone rubs lavender oil on their horse's poll and swears it fixed separation anxiety-well, let's just say the placebo effect can work wonders.

Safety Risks
Some oils are toxic to animals. Tea tree oil, for example, can be harmful to both cats and dogs-so what about horses? Applying concentrated oils directly to a horse's skin can cause irritation, photosensitivity, or allergic reactions. And letting horses inhale vapors in enclosed spaces? That's not aromatherapy; that's risky.

Stick to Proven Practices
Psychology based handling, exercise, appropriate nutrition, and attentive horsemanship will do far more for your horse than an overpriced bottle of oil. If your horse is anxious, aggressive, or behaving oddly, talk to a licensed Instructor - not an oil influencer.

If a horse needed to calm down in the wild, it would probably 1. Look to its leader for guidance 2. Move his feet or 3. End up disengaging its hindquarters while turning to face the stimulus encountered, as opposed to finding a patch of lavender and inhaling for 30 seconds.
Just sayin… 🤷🏼‍♀️🪻

06/29/2025

Hey y'all!

I’m reaching out because our therapeutic riding center urgently needs YOUR help. We serve children with sensory challenges, individuals with disabilities, and veterans carrying both visible and invisible wounds—offering them a safe space where riding isn’t just therapy, but the one place they feel truly free and seen.

Right now, when the sun is too hot, the rain too heavy, or the ground too unstable, we have to cancel sessions—meaning those who depend on us can’t come. We want to build a covered arena to provide year-round access and a permanent, secure space where no one is ever turned away, no matter the weather. This would stop missed breakthroughs and waiting lists, and allow us to continue our work even as we support our county’s disaster recovery efforts by sheltering displaced horses and livestock.

If you’re able to support, please consider donating $20, $50, $100 or sharing this fundraiser. Your kindness will help us create a lasting place of healing, resilience, and community for all who need it.
Thank you so much!

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