Drip irrigation hand saver
If you’ve ever tried to attach drip fittings that are cold and stiff, you know it can be a hand killer. Whenever possible, I use Dripworks supplies. They beat anything you can buy off the shelf, but since Dripworks us…
The good life
Sometimes being a horse has its benefits ...
In horses, another phrase that means ‘stands close’ is what?
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Rattlesnakes and advice for a longer life
The bad news started with a phone call. “Just a quick call to let you know that I’m in the emergency room at St. Anthony’s being treated for a rattlesnake bite.” It was Mom. The earth could split open around Mom and she’d call: “Just wanted to let you know there’s a...
Showoffs
The Poudre River Stables gang, Cayla Stone, and friends had a great time at the Four Winds show today. The horses have progressed so much this year. Way to go, everyone!
Simple horse show food shopping list
Showing horses takes a lot of energy and fluids, and a big ice chest full of food and drinks from home keeps us going while we’re on the run. Nobody has time the day before the show to cook up…
Pocket halter catches ’em
The awards committee at our saddle club came up with a neat party favor one year, the pocket halter. A finely braided strand of rope, about eight feet long, attached to a metal ring, and boasting a leather “tail”, the…
A living hero
For a true story about heroism and hope, read Molly the Pony. This little gray mare survived Hurricane Katrina only to be abandoned and later attacked by a pit bull. Infection set into the wound and her front leg was…