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The Benefits of Supplements for the Health of your Horse

The Benefits of Supplements for the Health of your Horse

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Today I have a guest post discussing the benefits of supplementing. This is something I struggle with, because my tendency is to want to SUPPLEMENT ALL THE THINGS but I am both a) poor b) not very knowledgeable when it comes to supplements. The Benefits of Supplements for the Health of your Horse In an ideal world your horse would probably spend most of his time grazing and wandering, with a few short breaks for sleeping. He would travel great…

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Danny Horse Movie Review

Danny Horse Movie Review

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With my recent bought of the plague/black lung/please dear lord can I stop being sick, I’ve had more time than normal to sit around and watch tv.  This made me think it was a good time to add the first movie to the Horse Movie Review Challenge.  So I present to you.. Danny – the most realistic horse movie ever made. Us hunter/jumper gals don’t get a lot of movies that are really about the hunters.  Barrel racing, regular racing, cross country,…

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Equine Photography Tips I – Your Camera

Equine Photography Tips I – Your Camera

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I post a lot of pictures on this blog, and often get comments asking questions about what kind of camera that I use and what settings, etc.  Equine photography is something that I really enjoy doing now as a hobby, although I did briefly shoot events and private sessions professionally in North Carolina. The trek from newbie with a low level digital SLR (single lens reflex) to a competent local pro photographerwasn’t quick or easy.  I’m also not saying I’m…

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Photography Friday – Friesian Carriage Horses

Photography Friday – Friesian Carriage Horses

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There is something really appealing about European carriage horses to me.  I’m probably making a blanket statement here, but as a general rule they seem better bred and better cared for than the average American carriage horse.  Of course, there are exceptions to this! These Fresians caught my eye several years ago when we were traveling in Berlin.  Berlin is not my super most favorite European city, especially for photography, so shooting these guys made me smile. And now to…

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5 Favorites Under $50

5 Favorites Under $50

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Nicku from The Polka Dot Periodical is having a contest! If you don’t read this blog, check it out if you are an Appaloosa lover, an eventing enthusiast, or enjoy reading well written blogs by positive minded people! She’s calling for people to submit their favorite product under $50, so here’s my list! KL Select Fly Veils I have sang their praises before, but at $25.95 online with TONS of color combinations and exceptional quality… there’s no reason why someone…

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Mountain Horse Richmond Field Boot Review

Mountain Horse Richmond Field Boot Review

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I bit the bullet and got myself a pair of tall boots that retail for over $200.  I know, my budget is shocking with most people getting tall boots retailing for a lot more… but I’m poor.  Also, as previously discussed I have a stupid wide calf and I kind of hate tall boots in every imaginable way. Join me in my campaign to have half chaps acceptable in the hunters everyone! No? Okay, fine. I’ll tell you about the…

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Photography Friday – The Big E Saddleseat Show

Photography Friday – The Big E Saddleseat Show

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I have a confession to make. I think Saddlebreds are gorgeous. I don’t want to own one. I don’t want to ride one. I don’t want to get into an argument about how the trainers may or may not be “abusive”. I just think they’re really pretty. I also think these photos, taken at the Big E fair in Springfield, MA are also kinda pretty. The lighting is a bit challenging in that arena, but I managed to get a…

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Trust Your Head

Trust Your Head

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I’m a helmet advocate.  That being said, when you post pictures riding without a helmet on your blog I’m not going to comment things like WEAR A HELMET YOU GD MORON or YOU DON’T DESERVE TO OWN HORSES IF YOU DON’T WEAR A HELMET!!! Some people are like that – I’m not. I recognize it’s a choice, but the choice I make is to do the best I can to protect my head.  My head keeps my husband from having…

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