Sunset Stables - Horse Boarding, Training, Trails & More

12/25/2024

11/27/2024

Thankful for all we have been blessed with. Wishing you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving!

11/11/2024

Thankful for those who have served and those that continue to serve so we may enjoy our freedom.

10/14/2024

Afternoon nap time on a cold blustery day (I know it’s nothing compared to the winter ahead). I love to see the horses comfortable enough to nap with their friends.

08/31/2024

The turkeys have been busy desensitizing horses in the pasture and now they have become part of the obstacle course.

07/04/2024

05/19/2024

A little late to post, but first day on pasture is everyone’s favorite day of the year.

12/25/2023

Today we are reminded, once again, of how blessed we are with our generous Barn Family. So grateful for the amazing presents of landscaping, Adirondack chairs to sit and enjoy the horses and gift card to one of our favorite restaurants. Thank you all for your generosity and for making our barn such a great sanctuary. We appreciate you and our Christmas gifts.

12/24/2023

Merry Christmas to all our barn family! Wishing you the best this holiday season. Christmas presents have been placed in your lockers.

12/18/2023

Interesting info copied to share:
🐴 Here are 15 interesting facts about a horse's brain:.
1. A horse’s brain is relatively small compared to the size of its body, and accounts for only about 0.1% of its total weight.
2. Despite their small size, horses have very complex brains, with a highly developed cerebral cortex, the part of the brain responsible for conscious thought, decision-making and memory.
3. Horses can learn and remember complex tasks, such as navigating a jump course or performing a dressage routine, through a process called associate learning.
4. Like humans, horses have a left hemisphere and a right hemisphere in the brain, each with specialized functions. The left hemisphere is responsible for the processing of logical and analytical information, while the right hemisphere is more involved in emotional processing and creative thinking.
5. Horses have a great memory and can remember specific people, places and experiences for many years.
6. Horses can learn by observation, and often they can acquire new behaviors and skills simply by observing other horses or humans.
7. Horses have a very sensitive sense of touch and can detect even the slightest pressure or movement on their skin. This helps them respond to subtle cues from your rider or guide.
8. Horses can process visual information very quickly and accurately, allowing them to avoid potential hazards and navigate their environment with ease.
9. Horses are social animals and rely on nonverbal communication to interact with other horses in their herd. This communication is facilitated by the horse’s brain, which can interpret subtle changes in body language, facial expressions and vocalizations.
10. Ultimately, like all animals, horses have a unique personality and individual traits that are shaped by their experiences, genetics and environment—all of which is reflected in their brain function and behavior.
11. Horses have a very strong sense of smell and their odor bulb, which processes smells, is relatively large compared to other parts of their brain.
12. The brain, which is responsible for coordinating movement and balance, is also relatively large in horses. This is because horses must be able to move quickly and efficiently to escape predators or navigate through difficult terrain.
13. Horses have a very high pain threshold, which is believed to be related to how their brains process pain signals. While this can be beneficial in some situations, it can also mean that horses may not show obvious signs of pain, making it harder for their caregivers to detect and treat underlying health issues.
14. The hippocampus, a part of the brain involved in learning and memory, is particularly well developed in horses.. This allows them to remember not only specific experiences, but also general concepts and patterns that they can apply to new situations.
15. Finally, studies have shown that horses, like other animals, are capable of experiencing emotions such as fear, happiness, and anger. These emotions are believed to be mediated by the limbic system, a group of interconnected brain structures that play a key role in regulating mood and behavior.

Info: Megan Bolentini Equine Bodywork

11/23/2023

May your day be filled with love and gratitude. We are thankful for our abundant blessings.

11/02/2023

What’s that? Morgan’s now offering enrichment walks to get your pups out of the neighborhood? YES PLEASE!

For $40 (5$ transportation fee) Morgan can pick up your pooch (2 dogs for $55) take them to a nearby location (Drumlin trail, Lapham, Nashotah, or her own private 40 acres in Sullivan) and exercise your pups to offer some extra enrichment outside of the usual neighborhood loop! Prices negotiable if you wish that your dog be exercised for more or less than the usual 60 minutes.

Message today to inquire!

10/07/2023

Such a productive day thanks to some of our boarders and their spouses! Lots of fencing replaced and a nice trail ride and obstacle practice to end the day. Thank you to everyone that came out to help - we are so very grateful for all your help and all the laughs.

08/12/2023

Carly says bring a barn kitty is a rough life.

07/09/2023

It’s a beautiful day at the barn! The arena has been drug and we’ve moved some of the obstacles out back to have some fun with horses.

06/09/2023

May the games begin - hay season arrived on our doorstep tonight. Thank you Sue and Kelly for testing out the elevator (no bales were harmed in the making of these videos)!

05/30/2023

Another day in the life of Rhett. I believe this fly sheet hasn’t even been out of the package for a month. Meanwhile in the background, Cooper has figured out how to move his grazing muzzle out of the way so it no longer interferes with his grazing. These horses always offer entertainment!