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BFR Diamond Dust 💎 ✨️ 😍
17/07/2025

BFR Diamond Dust 💎 ✨️ 😍

Tahoe doing what he does best.
14/07/2025

Tahoe doing what he does best.

Kings Poco Thunder"Whiskey"Our boy is growing up! He is almost 3 months old 🥰
12/07/2025

Kings Poco Thunder
"Whiskey"
Our boy is growing up! He is almost 3 months old 🥰

Taking the Time They Need: Rosie’s JourneyRosie isn’t a horse you can rush—and honestly, she’s reminded me how valuable ...
07/07/2025

Taking the Time They Need: Rosie’s Journey

Rosie isn’t a horse you can rush—and honestly, she’s reminded me how valuable it is to slow down and let a horse learn at their own pace. From the first day she arrived, Rosie has made steady progress, but she’s also taught me that sometimes taking a step back actually moves us forward.

She’s stayed a bit longer than thirty days, but she’s heading home with minimal riding—and that’s okay. I firmly believe in the saying, “we walk before we run.” For Rosie, that means laying down a strong foundation of calm, confident ground manners before saddling up for regular rides.

Training isn’t a one-and-done deal. Thirty days is a great start, but it’s not nearly enough for most horses to fully absorb and master new skills. Rosie’s owners have been incredibly involved and eager to learn alongside her. They’re taking the next few weeks to reinforce everything she’s learned so far and continue building that trust and leadership at home.

Once Rosie and her people are fully settled into this new routine built on respect, confidence, and clear communication, we’ll look at adding more riding into the mix. Bit by bit, we’re helping this once- defensive, rescue become a quiet, willing partner—and eventually, a confident trail horse. 🐎

Part 2👨‍🌾🚜🐴🌷🌼Lets talk about hay, specifically tall fescue and how it can affect equine pregnancy! Feeding pregnant mar...
03/07/2025

Part 2
👨‍🌾🚜🐴🌷🌼Lets talk about hay, specifically tall fescue and how it can affect equine pregnancy!

Feeding pregnant mares tall fescue that’s infected with an endophytic fungus (Neotyphodium/Epichloë coenophiala) can indeed lead to fescue toxicosis, which in late-gestation mares may cause:
-Prolonged gestation, difficult birth (dystocia), retained or thickened placenta
- **Reduced or no milk production (agalactia)**
-Abortions, stillbirths, or weak/dysmature foals

This is because infected tall fescue produces ergot alkaloids, especially ergovaline, which disrupts prolactin and blood vessel function .

🐴 What’s the risk in Pennsylvania? (I live in PA so i looked specifically into my state)
-Pa is not in the main “fescue belt”, but infected tall fescue (often Kentucky 31) is still found in PA pastures .
-Ergovaline levels in PA fluctuate seasonally: peak in late spring/early summer and again in fall; lowest in winter .
-Even outside the high-risk regions, fescue toxicosis is possible in late-gestation broodmares anywhere that infected fescue grows.

🌿Can feeding pregnant mares tall fescue in Pennsylvania cause them to abort the foal?
-Yes. If the tall fescue is endophyte-infected, it can lead to abortions or stillbirths, along with other severe reproductive issues .

✅ What you can do:

1. Test your pastures/hay to determine:
-% of tall fescue in the stand
-% of those plants infected with endophyte
-Ergovaline concentration (ppb)
(A few places that test, Penn State Extension–Approved Testing Labs, Cumberland Valley Analytical Services (CVAS), Lancaster DHIA Forage Analysis Lab)

2. Management options:
-Remove broodmares from infected pastures 60–90 days before expected foaling (some sources say 45 days minimum)
-Use domperidone in late gestation to prevent toxicosis (prescribed by vet)
-Pasture renovation or overseeding with endophyte-free/novel fescue, orchardgrass, etc.
-Mow before seed heads form to reduce ergovaline levels

Part 1👨‍🌾🚜🐴🌷🌼Lets talk about hay, specifically tall fescue and how it can affect equine pregnancy! Tall fescue (Schedon...
03/07/2025

Part 1
👨‍🌾🚜🐴🌷🌼Lets talk about hay, specifically tall fescue and how it can affect equine pregnancy!

Tall fescue (Schedonorus arundinaceus) is a cool-season perennial grass commonly found in pastures and hayfields across the eastern and central United States—including Pennsylvania. It is hardy, drought-resistant, and productive, which is why it’s widely planted for grazing, erosion control, and hay production.

🌿 Is Tall Fescue Found in Horse Hay?
Yes—tall fescue is commonly found in hay fed to horses, especially in mixed-grass hay from pasture-type fields. It can be included intentionally or appear as part of a natural grass mix. Farmers may not always specify it on a hay label unless it’s a pure stand or specially marketed.

🔍 Why Does It Matter for Horses?
For most adult horses, tall fescue is safe and provides good nutrition. However:
❗ For pregnant broodmares, tall fescue can be dangerous if it is:
Infected with an endophytic fungus (Epichloë coenophiala), which produces ergot alkaloids (mainly ergovaline).

✅ Safe Use of Fescue Hay for Horses
Non-pregnant horses: Can eat tall fescue safely, even infected varieties, in moderate amounts.
Pregnant mares (especially last 60–90 days): Should avoid any hay that may contain infected tall fescue.

Over the past 30 days, I had the pleasure of working with Fancy, a truly exceptional young horse. From the start, she st...
02/07/2025

Over the past 30 days, I had the pleasure of working with Fancy, a truly exceptional young horse. From the start, she stood out for her sweet personality, intelligence, and willingness to learn. Fancy approached each day with a calm mindset, making training both enjoyable and productive. Her progress was steady and she quickly became a barn favorite with her kind demeanor and work ethic.

It’s been a joy having her here, and I’m proud of how far she’s come in such a short time. Her owner and I are hopeful to reconnect soon for a trail ride, once Fancy has had some time to re-acclimate to being home and under saddle. She’s been an absolute gem during her stay, and I’m excited to see her continue to thrive.

Whiskey went on his first trailer ride to accompany his mama at the vet for her checkup. He is almost 2 months old and a...
23/06/2025

Whiskey went on his first trailer ride to accompany his mama at the vet for her checkup. He is almost 2 months old and acted like it was everyday business. He even went first and showed his own mama that the strange black floor wasn't as scary as she initially thought.

We welcomed two cows to the farm over the weekend.
23/06/2025

We welcomed two cows to the farm over the weekend.

We finally had a weekend without rain—and made the most of it! Fancy got to go on her first “real” trail ride, and she a...
23/06/2025

We finally had a weekend without rain—and made the most of it! Fancy got to go on her first “real” trail ride, and she absolutely rocked it.

This girl has been progressing more and more each day, staying level-headed through every new experience. She led, followed, walked through some unexpectedly sticky mud (courtesy of all the rain we’ve had lately), and even stepped over logs with confidence. 🐎🌿

We still have a little more work ahead, but this ride was a huge milestone in her journey. She’s got about a week of training left before her owner takes over, and we’ll be spending that time riding and fine-tuning both on and off the trail.

So proud of this sweet mare and all the progress she’s made. Happy Monday!

Sending Your Horse to Training Means Sending Yourself, Too🌟Sending your horse to a trainer is a great step—but it’s only...
23/06/2025

Sending Your Horse to Training Means Sending Yourself, Too🌟

Sending your horse to a trainer is a great step—but it’s only part of the journey. The real magic happens when owners take the time to be involved in the process, just like Rosie’s owner has.

Rosie is learning new skills, building confidence, and making steady progress—but just as importantly, her owner is showing up, watching sessions, asking questions, and learning with her horse. That kind of commitment helps ensure that the horse doesn't revert to old habits once back home.

When owners stay uninvolved, even the best-trained horses can slip backward. Why? Because many horse-related issues actually begin with human error. The more we know, the better we do—for ourselves and our horses.

Rosie and her owner are becoming a great team, and I’m proud of how far they’ve both come. Their journey is a reminder: training isn’t just for horses—it’s for people too.

Exciting News!We officially have 3 foals on the way for 2026! 🍼🐴After today’s ultrasounds, we’re thrilled to announce co...
20/06/2025

Exciting News!
We officially have 3 foals on the way for 2026! 🍼🐴

After today’s ultrasounds, we’re thrilled to announce confirmed pregnancies from our personal herd:

✨APHA HEZSIMPLYASTAR x Some R Hot Dreams
Due end of March 2026

🤎 AQHA Little Poco Joe x Poco Baby Stripe
🤍 AQHA Little Poco Joe x BFR Diamond Dust
Both due end of April 2026

We’re so excited to see what these pairings produce — some promising, well-bred babies in the making! Spring 2026 can’t come soon enough 🌸🧡

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