Silver Lining at the Silver Dollar- Daily Stride #4
January 19, 2021 Comments Off on Silver Lining at the Silver Dollar- Daily Stride #4
After a year like 2020, it’s refreshing to hear that there were some positives that came out of it. When we left Las Vegas last year, the world shut down. Getting back to “normal” will take some more time still and, until then, we have returned to a show, and a world, that is a […]
Continue reading …Silver Dollar Circuit- The Horse Show That Could- Daily Stride #1
January 15, 2021 Comments Off on Silver Dollar Circuit- The Horse Show That Could- Daily Stride #1
Perspective has been acquired, and a newfound love for the solace that our partnership with horses affords us can be acknowledged. What was once taken for granted is no longer. The 47th year at the Silver Dollar Circuit shows a sign of strength, resilience, and fortitude.
Continue reading …If the Boot Fits- Can Leg Wraps or Boots Prevent Tendon Injury?
December 29, 2020 Comments Off on If the Boot Fits- Can Leg Wraps or Boots Prevent Tendon Injury?
In general, there are three main reasons people might choose to wrap the legs of their horses: external protection, simply for looks, or prevention of tendon injuries. While certainly able to protect from cuts and scrapes or add some flashiness to your look in the Dressage ring, boots and wraps do not provide sufficient support against the forces experienced by an equine limb during exercise.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of The Snooty Fox (1991-2020)
December 15, 2020 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of The Snooty Fox (1991-2020)
The Snooty Fox passed away peacefully the morning after my now husband, Jordan, and I got married. Although there is never a good time to lose an animal, I personally felt the timing couldn’t have been more heartbreaking. From the high to the low, it was the most emotional 24 hours of my life. As I have tried to process it all, I can’t help but feel maybe Snooty knew all along.
Continue reading …Finding Your Way Back to Childhood- Untamed Bliss
December 10, 2020 Comments Off on Finding Your Way Back to Childhood- Untamed Bliss
Somewhere along the way, we start caring about what other people think. We start playing by “the rules.” We start losing sight of what brings us the most happiness.
Continue reading …Multi-Breed Events- The Shows of the Future?
December 3, 2020 Comments Off on Multi-Breed Events- The Shows of the Future?
The number of competitive equestrians who currently own or are actively seeking to own horses with multiple registries has grown significantly within the last five years. In addition, trainers all over the country have horses of multiple breeds within their programs. In the past, I know of many trainers, who really remained faithful to a single breed association of horses and/or client base.
Continue reading …Getting a Jumpstart in Horse Judging
November 27, 2020 Comments Off on Getting a Jumpstart in Horse Judging
Especially if you’re presiding over high-profile shows, you must be a person that those organizations are willing to stand behind, and you must always live by their rules and ideals. “If I mess up, I have to be held accountable,” Rising underscores, adding that continuing education is often required to maintain your status as a judge.
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By: Nancy Boyer Latimer This is “Ricardo,” or CR Overtime. He was my grandpony, and the love of my daughter, Lindsay’s, life. Present at his birth, she didn’t know at the time that he would be hers. When the gift of the greatest love was presented to her by dear friends, the dream began. Ricardo […]
Continue reading …How Much Protein Does Your Horse Really Need?
October 26, 2020 Comments Off on How Much Protein Does Your Horse Really Need?
Mom needs plenty of protein too: a lactating mare is not only attempting to maintain her own body condition, but especially in early stages, she is providing all the protein to the foal through the milk as well. This is one of the reasons it can seem difficult to keep a mare in good body condition around foaling and as she begins lactating.
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To most, this is just the typical horse trainer’s office wall that you see in almost every barn. But to me, these backdrop photos and arena shots remind me of why we decided to capture them as keepsakes. Our walls are full of triumphant moments and “remember that time” moments in the show pen. People often wonder why so many people stand alongside of a rider in win photos. It’s because it truly takes a village. From emotional to support to financial backing to just being your friend and confidant.
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