The Equine Barnyard

New Product from Barns by Harrahs, Corning California

2009-08-21T10:17:00.001-07:00

Video introducing the Product line. We are now Manufacturing Mare Motels, Shelters and Pipe Corrals right on the premises.Material is high tensile 1 7/8 fully Galvanized Steel, supports are all cut and coped with full 360 degree Weld.Easy to transport to your Ranch and Self-Install.Our qualified, Licensed Crew are also available for InstallationLearn more by Visiting our Lenshttp://squidoo.com/

Part 1 How To Fit and use the Fiador Throatlatch with your Bosal and Mecate

2009-07-13T10:12:00.001-07:00

Another very Informative Video presented by John Brand of Buckaroo Leather. Visit John's always exciting Blog http://buckarooleather.infoJohn shows us in three parts the various styles and methods of using the Vaquero Style Fiador Throatlatch with your Rawhide Bosal and Mecate.Using the traditional training methods perfected by the Californio Vaquero tradition usually assure a well balanced and

Innovative Horse Products from Western States Horse Expo, June 2009, Continuous Steel Pipe Fencing

2009-06-16T06:34:00.001-07:00

Safe and Affordable Horse Fencing is always a concern for the serious Horseman. This unique fencing system was introduced at the 2009 Western States Horse Expo, by Keith Johnston, owner of Tri-County Fence, located in Corning California.This system allow quality Fencing for so many terrain and elevation situations. Galvanized steel materials and easy installation makes this unique Product a

Part 4, A Visit to Buckaroo Leather, Stitching and Finishing with Oils and Waxes

2009-06-07T04:53:00.001-07:00

This Fourth in a series of a wonderful visit Shirley and I experienced at Buckaroo Leather and John Brand in Diamond Springs, California. Check out John's Video on http://youtube.com/buckaroojohn for more of the visit.We have been using Quality USA Raised Leather Tack form Buckaroo Leather for 25 years.

Composting for "Health and Wealth" of Your Horse Facility

2009-04-01T07:13:00.000-07:00

The following article is from a good friend and associate, Peter Moon. Peter has perfected a Compost system system to be efficiently used for a Small "backyard Horse Operation" to a "Racetrack" size Facility.Contact Peter at this site and Mention Chuck Bartok in your Inquiry and beeligible for a nice DISCOUNTContact PeterPeter Moon : Many years ago, I was involved with an agricultural waste

Herbal Remedies for Horse Respiratory Diseases

2009-03-25T09:15:00.000-07:00

A Unique Herbal Treatment For Equine Respiratory DiseaseBy Jean Hofve, DVMSport and performance horses are extremely susceptible to lung disease. Even seemingly healthy horses are frequently affected. Studies have shown that 90-100% of sport horses tested have evidence of damage to their airways that can lead to Equine Reactive Airway Disease (RAD, also called Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary

Why Have a Horse?

2009-02-12T11:51:00.000-08:00

Spending most of my Adult life involved in the Horse Industry and have the privilege of owning some Fantastic Horse, one thing has always bothered me.Many "horse lovers" never take the time to realize the responsibility of assuming the Care Control and Custody of Large Prey Animal ...THE HORSEPhoto courtesy of http://columbiariverimages.comHorse Ownership is a huge responsibility, but offers

Horse "Control" and Biting, How much is enough?

2009-02-06T10:31:00.000-08:00

Although this Article focuses on the English Style of Riding and Dressage, those of us involved in the Western Disciplines can learn as well. My son Jonathan Bartok, Cutting Horse Trainer in Weatherford Texas, has always worked his horse with the lightest of contact. As a teenager he and his horse, Crow, enjoyed many events Bridless.Horse Control and the BitHorse Control and the BitBy Geraldine

Things are Happening in the Equine Industry

2009-01-23T14:22:00.000-08:00

Horse Business Climate 2009I am excited to see 2009 shaping up as being a bit Stronger for the Equine Industry. Fuel prices seem to be staying a bit lower, Gulf Oil CEO Joe PetrowskiIt will be nice to see larger Turnouts at the National and Local Horse Shows.To the right, John Stacy of Sunrise Show Horse at NationalsThose of us involved in the Horse

The Beginning of a good Series on "FLAVORS" in Horse nutrition

2009-01-21T09:41:00.000-08:00

Five Element Feeding - Five FlavorsBy Dr. Madalyn Ward, DVMMost people think of food from only its nutritional value which they consider the same for every horse but when viewed energetically foods have different effects on different horses depending on their Five Element type. In addition to looking at foods from a standpoint of different types we should also look at what we feed our horses in

How to Properly Fit Your Breast Collar with an Over the Wither Strap

2009-01-08T08:40:00.001-08:00

All serious Western Performance Horseman will want to use this Innovative quality leather Tack Item. Keeping your Breast Collar in the right position always helps your horse perform at optimum levels and add balance and support to your athletic Horse. look at our supply of Over the wither Breast Collar Straps at Breast Collar Strap

Horse Boarding Contracts - What You Need to Consider

2009-01-06T17:31:00.000-08:00

Horse Boarding Contract - What You Need to Consider Before You SignBy Lynn WengerBefore signing that horse boarding contract, have you ever stopped to wonder what all that fine print actually means? Reading over the entire contract positions you as an informed consumer with a more complete understanding of your responsibilities. Below we will be discussing why you need to sign a contract, the

How to Tie Mecate to the Snaffle Bit Bridle

2009-01-01T14:14:00.001-08:00

More great Information from Buckaroo John Brand at http://buckarooleather.com.The Snaffle Bit Bridle and the Cotton Mecatehave become a popular Combination with the Western Horseman for years.We have always used this combination starting young horse to keep them supple and soft of the mouth

Training You and Your Horse with The ALPHA Mindset

2009-01-01T10:06:00.000-08:00

One of the Joys of working with Horse and other animals it the learningprocess of our Own Control Abilities. Developing the ALPHA Mindset is critical in Animal Training but we as Business aspirants also must learn to create and exercise the Proper Mindset,The Alpha Mindset.The following article by Bruce Johnson points to the Importance ofAlpha Mindset in Horse training and this Video will help us

How to tie a Mecate on your Hackamore Bosal

2009-01-01T06:28:00.001-08:00

Enjoy this well presented Video By Buckaroo John Brand from Buckaroo Leather.The Mecate and Bosal Hackamore have been a Favorite for Western Horseman for hundred years, allowing a soft way to encourage a green horse into supple Maneuvers

How To Buy your First Your Horse or Even Why?

2008-12-11T10:46:00.000-08:00

Horse ownership is the ultimate dream for many riders and horse enthusiasts. Some wait years for that dream to come true and when it finally does, it really is fantastic and rewarding but at the same time, a demanding experience.If you are lucky enough to find yourself in the position of looking to buy your very own first horse then you need to make

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2008-12-03T09:57:00.001-08:00

Great Video from Buckaroo John Brand at Buckaroo Leather. Wonderful Gift Idea for the Holidays

Hobby or Business? Defining your Equine Venture

2008-09-04T12:19:00.000-07:00

Ever wonder....? According to the Internal Revenue Service, if your main objective is to make a profit, then you are considered a legitimate business. Many people involved within the horse industry often do not view their small horse operation as a business. They are surprised to learn that you do not have to own a large facility or have several years of experience to be considered an equine

Mushrooms, Horses and the Woobles, Equine Leukoencephalomalacia

2008-09-03T16:47:00.000-07:00

Interesting incident down the road regarding Mushrooms and Horses....A neighbor called a bit panicked a few days ago.One of her Young Kiger Geldings was having difficulty walking andwas acting very poorly. In a few hours two other Kiger gelding were experiencing the same Symptoms.Shauna called the Vet and it was determined after a few Blood Sample and analysis that the behavior could have been

A Teleseminar Worth YOUR time

2008-08-30T13:44:00.000-07:00

Get some Facts regarding the IRS and Equestrian ActivitiesRichard B DicksCPA and Horse Business personThis call was LIVE on Wednesday, July 9 It's now in replay. Sign Up Below to listen to the replay! My favorite topic is Small business and the optimization of Net Income. Many horse owners have erroneous ideas and have listened to Hear-say regarding the Income Tax consequences and

Some More on Horse Nutrition, the Fall is approaching

2008-08-23T09:49:00.000-07:00

ARTICLEURLAnother well presented article about Horse Nutrition and with the cost of feed today, we all want to know we are getting the Best value for our money. Also it is important to consider How You Feed Your Horse.Take a moment an watch the video below about a product I found at the western States Horse Expo, June 2008. Stable Grazer offer a proper regimen of feed dispersal and SAVES on

Horse Nutrition, some interesting thoughts and Ideas

2008-08-22T09:55:00.000-07:00

The Following is a great article regarding Horse NutritionIndications are conclusive that nutrition and behavior are closely tied.May seen obvious but many ignore the circumstances.At Australian Natural Health and Healing, we believe in natural feeding. This means that if possible, provide your horse with feed as natural as they can be, that is less processed and as close as possible to what a

Barns By Harrahs Announces New Line of Horse Barns...

2008-08-20T03:22:00.001-07:00

Dateline Corning California, 96021The staff at Barns By Harrahs located 3489 Hwy 99W is happy to announce their Dealership agreement with Noble Panel and Gates, an established Manufacturer of quality Horse Confinement and Horse Housing products, Located in Oregon.Noble Panels and Gates will add Value to the Fine Inventory of Horse products offeredby Barn By Harrahs. Barns by Harrahs currently

Sweets make young horses harder to train in Montana State study

2008-08-17T07:15:00.000-07:00

BOZEMAN, Mont. -- Young horses may be easier to train if they temporarily lay off the sweets, says a Montana State University study where two-year-olds wore pedometers, wrist watches and Ace bandages. A commercial mixture of corn, oats, barley and molasses -- sometimes called "sweet grain" or "sweet feed" -- gives horses the glossy coat and lively spirit that makes them attractive to

Along the same lines.....

2008-06-16T09:53:00.000-07:00

A previous post described an innovative new Automatic Horse Feeder, which shows promise as a method of assuring a Healthy Horse. The following article from Horse.Com adds another slant.Gasoline, Weather Fueling Hay PricesDrought conditions in some major hay producing states, along with a demand for corn-based ethanol that prompted some farmers to switch crops, escalated hay prices in 2007. This