Ruby Doss Equine

07/10/2024

After School Programs are back! With 3 sessions for kids ranging in ages from 3 years through 8th grade, kids will learn learn horse management (including grooming, bathing, stable chores, cleaning tack, making treats, basic first aid, and more), play mounted games and develop as riders. Kids will learn about responsibility, teamwork, and practice horsemanship skills. No riding experience necessary. This program is intended as an introduction to riding or a supplement to an existing riding program.

Kids Programs Grow Together Horse crazy kids are invited to join us to learn horse management (including grooming, bathing, stable chores, cleaning tack, making treats, basic first aid, and more), play mounted games and develop as riders. Kids will learn about responsibility, teamwork, and practice....

12/12/2023

Parents ask me all the time what their kids need for riding lessons. So I finally wrote down my top picks in a guide. I cover both English and western riding gear, including boots, protective gear, breeches vs jodhpurs, and more. Check it out here! https://www.rubydossequine.com/guide-to-kids-riding-gear

26/11/2023

Season of sales! It’s the perfect opportunity to give a horsey gift or save on wellness programs for yourself and your horse for 2024.

04/04/2023

Summer camp is happening! Learn more at rubydossequine.com/summer-camp-2023

12/11/2022

Always working to be our best selves for our horses ❤🐎

20/10/2022

After School Program Session 2 is now open for enrollment, with some changes! Kids ages 6-12 are invited to join us Wednesday afternoons to learn about horse management, play mounted games, and build friendships.

After School Program for Horse Crazy Kids Grow Together Kids ages 6-12 are invited to join us Tuesdays from 3:30-5:00 to learn horse management (including grooming, bathing, stable chores, cleaning tack, making treats, basic first aid, and more), play mounted games to develop as riders, and read cla...

18/10/2022

The grand finale of the Fall workshop series is this Saturday, 10/22. Bonding with your Horse at Liberty with Montana Titus will demonstrate Liberty techniques both on the ground and mounted. Register at

Never Stop LearningWorkshops Coming September 2022 Physical Mental Emotional Balance Physical Mental Emotional Balance It’s All About BalancePhysical, mental, and emotional balance can help you become a better rider and steward for your own health as well as your horse’s. Join us for a Fall work...

23/09/2022

Ever wonder how to do your own body work? Or look for tools to navigate fear in the saddle (we all have it!)? What about how to get started in liberty work? Join us for a series of workshops in October that will answer these questions and more. Register now to save your space.

https://www.rubydossequine.com/workshops

11/08/2022

For kids that can't get enough barn time, our after school program will be like a dream come true. Kids will learn about horse management, play mounted games, and read classic horse-lover books. Young riders will build confidence, learn about responsibility, make friends, and practice reading skills.

Tuesdays from 3:30-5:00 in Upper Ojai from September 20-October 25.

Register kids ages 8-12 at https://www.rubydossequine.com/after-school-program

Kids must be comfortable riding at a walk, trot, and steering without a leadline.

17/07/2022

I am proud to be offering riding lessons for kids and adults at Peppercorn Ranch in Upper Ojai. Whether it is your first ride or you are a veteran equestrian, sign up for lessons and programs at www.rubydossequine.com. My lesson program focuses on developing skills in and out of the saddle that will make you a better rider and horseman, including strength, balance, timing, and more. See you at the ranch!

15/07/2022

Overheard at Peppercorn Ranch:

"Look! Sage really is a unicorn!"

14/07/2022

I am excited to announce that I am now offering leadline, mounted, and grounded lessons in Upper Ojai. Join me to learn skills in and out of the saddle as well as boost your confidence. Learn more and sign up at www.rubydossequine.com

Horse Stewardship for Modern Equestrians Learn More My mission is tomake horse sport inclusive in order to better help the riders, horses, and industry thrive. Programs Lessons Whether it’s your first time in the saddle or you’ve been doing it all your life, and no matter your discipline, our le...

02/01/2022

Happy new year! It’s time to make resolutions not just for yourself, but for your horse’s health too. It’s the perfect time to book an appointment and create a diet plan that is as unique as your horse, to help you both reach your highest potential in 2022.

16/12/2021

Every horse is special. Let's work together to create a diet as unique as your horse.

15/12/2021

It's cold outside and the blanket debate is in full swing. In my experience, there is no one size fits all blanket program, and you'll need to develop one that works best for you and your horse. However, whatever you choose to do, there are some things you can do to keep your horse warm this winter.
1. Increase feed at night.
Eating increases your horse's metabolism and therefore body temperature. You can increase forage rations at night to warm up your horse from the inside out. In fact, depending on your horse's weight, the outside temperature, and the wind, forage requirements can increase by up to ten pounds per day!
2. Provide a wind shelter
Wind alone can increase a horse's caloric needs and decrease their body temperature. You can block wind from your horse to help reduce the need for warmth.
3. Turnout with other horses
Horses can huddle together to keep warm and block out wind. This can be a very easy option for keeping your horses warm in the winter.

14/12/2021

Look no further for healthy holiday snacks for the horses on your Christmas list.

https://rubydossequine.com/2021/12/13/festive-treats-for-the-holidays/

Stockings hanging from the stall doors, the smell of fresh hay and blankets, and bells jingling all the way mark this time of year. But candy cane Christmases and marshmallow worlds (while tasty!) …

14/12/2021

This stuff is pretty amazing! And since we know that upwards of 90% of performance horses have ulcers, this is a great option.

13/12/2021

"I only went out for a walk, and finally concluded to stay out till sundown, for going out, I found, was really going in." -John Muir