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12/10/2024

10/13/2024

University of Minnesota extension always has the best infographics!

There is obviously a lot of variability between horses, but this is a really good baseline to start from, and can help plan for purchase quantity and budget.

10/01/2024

09/19/2024

Sean Connery: The Legendary Actor and His Love for Horses
In the world of Hollywood, Sean Connery is a name that needs no introduction. The Scottish actor rose to fame as the original James Bond, captivating audiences with his charm, wit, and undeniable charisma. But beyond his illustrious acting career, Connery had a lesser-known passion that brought him great joy and fulfillment - his love for horses.
Connery was not just a casual admirer of horses; he was an avid equestrian who had a deep connection with these magnificent creatures. Throughout his life, he spent much of his free time riding, training, and caring for horses. He once famously said, "There is nothing more beautiful than the bond between a man and his horse."
One of Connery's most beloved horses was a thoroughbred named Highlander. He acquired Highlander during the filming of one of his Bond movies and the two quickly formed a strong bond. Connery would often be seen riding Highlander on the beaches of his home in the Bahamas, revelling in the freedom and exhilaration that only horseback riding can provide.
Connery's passion for horses went beyond just the thrill of riding. He was a patron of several equestrian charities and was known for his generous contributions to causes that supported horse welfare and rehabilitation. His dedication to these causes reflected his belief in the importance of treating these majestic animals with the respect and care they deserve.
In his later years, as Connery stepped away from the spotlight, he continued to find solace and joy in his horses. He would often retreat to his ranch in Spain, where he could immerse himself in the peaceful company of his beloved animals. For Connery, horses were not just a hobby - they were a source of comfort, companionship, and solace in a world that was often chaotic and demanding.
As we remember the iconic Sean Connery, let's not forget his deep love for horses and the profound impact they had on his life. His passion for these noble creatures serves as a testament to the transformative power of the human-animal bond and the beauty that can be found in the simple act of riding a horse.
Rest in peace, Sir Sean Connery, and may you ride on in the eternal pastures with your faithful horses by your side.

09/03/2024

08/29/2024

Dozens of rodeo horses are dead after their treating veterinarian says they consumed feed that may have been tainted with monensin.

"Much is known about what has happened here that cannot yet be told," the veterinarian said. "But the bottom line on this story is that it’s an important one to tell, so this never happens to anyone else. I will say this: Never buy horse feed from a mill that makes cattle feed. Period. Please quote me on that. Every horse that ate this feed is dead."

Read more: https://bit.ly/3XnaCNd

08/29/2024

Foto aérea de Kentucky Downs.... 👀

08/17/2024

“Horses have the ability to think and plan ahead and are far more intelligent than scientists previously thought, according to a Nottingham Trent University study that analysed the animal’s responses to a reward-based game.

“The horses cannily adapted their approach to the game to get the most treats – while making the least effort.

“Previously, research has suggested that horses simply respond to stimuli in the moment, they don’t proactively look ahead, think ahead and plan their actions – whereas our study shows that they do have an awareness of the consequences and outcomes of their actions,” said the lead researcher, Louise Evans.”

https://www.theguardian.com/science/article/2024/aug/12/horses-can-plan-ahead-and-think-strategically-scientists-find

The actual research paper…

“Whoa, No-Go: Evidence consistent with model-based strategy use in horses during an inhibitory task”
Louise Evans et al.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0168159124001874?via%3Dihub

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07/04/2024

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06/19/2024

Warm weather is here to stay so it's time to remind ourselves how to keep our horses safe in hot weather.

Check out these tips for keeping you horse cool and healthy over the summer.

06/01/2024

Not a joke...

Have you ever wondered why you can have a 15 acre field and part of it is chewed down to nubs and the other part has grass a hand high, But your horse is constantly grazing in the chewed down part?

Grass 6 inches and taller has less sugars than grass under 6 inches.

For every inch drop below 6 inches, the fructan (sugar) content rises.

Grass under 6 inches is stressed like it's a Monday morning with a project deadline. It uses sugar to repair itself.

Stop mowing your fields short.

Stop grazing your chubbys on chewed down grass. (this is why grazing muzzles are so touted...they keep the horse from being able to get much short grass)

(We aren't saying let your fields be 3 feet tall, by the way. The optimal thing to do is keep them 6-8 inches tall and graze them in small areas there)

05/22/2024

A Cornell study indicated that horses demonstrating pawing behavior may not, as previously thought, be reacting to boredom