

Overcoming Fear
There are many types of fear, and in order to resolve the issue, the cause needs to be determined. Very young children may have the fear of the unknown: a large animal, a strange adult instructing, a new place. Older children may be concerned that they won’t be any good, or that they will not be able to keep up with their peers, or worse yet, someone will laugh at them. Some children and adults will demonstrate a very high level of anxiety, which is something that will appear
Hoof Supplements 101
What are you looking for in a hoof supplement? There are three main ingredients to look for when purchasing a hoof supplement: biotin, methionine and lysine. Biotin – Coenzyme and B vitamin. It helps to support the overall health of the skin, hair, nerves, digestive tract, and cells. Methionine – an essential amino acid, meaning the body cannot manufacture it on its own so the body must take it in through food or supplements. The body can convert methionine into another amino
Pre-Purchase Recommendations
It is not unusual for clients of any equestrian establishment to seek to purchase their own horse(s) after a period of either instruction or training, and what is set forth below is a series of recommendations which we deem advisable for anyone considering the purchase of any horse. 1. Have your horse "vetted out." Your veterinarian should be contacted and requested to perform a pre-purchase examination of any horse you might consider purchasing. A pre-purchase examination is