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A holiday Cheers to plenty of horses in your New Year!
The Equinest archives
The Best of The Equinest 2008
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In the first year of real work on The Equinest it has been interesting to see which articles readers enjoy the most. Some I expected to do well, while others surprised me (and taught me more about my online audience).
The Year in Review
Any of my longtime readers know that I try to keep my content fresh and interesting. Looking back over a year full of articles I decided to put together a list of the 12 most popular posts to share again, (in case you missed any of them the first time around).
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Horse Jobs – Assistant Trainer
Often an ambitious trainer-in-training, the assistant trainer position can be found at larger establishments where trainers have high numbers of animals in their charge.
What You Need
This is a position which benefits from a strong teamwork ethic, the ability to follow instruction and a firm knowledge of horses. Understanding training methods and the ability to learn in a situational atmosphere are key ingredients to a successful assistant trainer.
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The Equinest is Looking for Guest Publishers
Do you know a thing or two about horses? Have a horse tip that people always thank you for? I’d love to hear it. As many of my readers know, I write this site myself in my “spare” time and it’s a BIG job. (Have you seen the size of the breeds list lately?)
A Different Perspective
Recently I featured the first guest post on The Equinest, and through that article was able to provide great information my online research could never offer. That is the idea.
Have Something to Say?
I would love to find some more people to guest post on The Equinest. If you have a horse blog already or even if you just love to write about horses. Write something original and I’ll post it with a bio linking back to you.
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Horse Mishaps on Video
This is a cleverly narrated collection of absolutely hilarious horse mishaps. A guaranteed after Christmas giggle.
*Click through to see video
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Horse Street Art – Pt 3
Horse Pictures From Romania
Romania has a history of proud partnership with the equine animal, although during the Communist era many of the traditional horse husbandry skills were lost.
Today horses are still used by Romanian farmers to till the land and for transportation, and there are about 1 million horses and 75,000 carts used as registered transportation.
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Marey Christmas 2008
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All I have to say is: see, Santa used to use a horse. I guess as the earth’s population rose he had to resort to flying reindeer. Who ever heard of a flying horse…wait, I have!
Hope all of my readers have had a lovely holiday season, and thank goodness it is over.
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A Collection of Photoshop Horses – Pt 5
The final installment in the horse photoshop collection, until I find more of course. I saved some of the best for last.
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Horse Bridle Terminology
One of the most basic pieces of equipment a horse person needs, the bridle comes in all shapes and sizes. From minimalist Native American rope headstalls to the extensive (& expensive) contraptions used to train dressage & carriage horses.
Social Networks for Horse Enthusiasts
Horse Jobs – Trainer
In small establishments the trainer title will encompass barn manager as well, however in larger stables the trainers duties are far more dedicated and specific.
What You Need
This is a position which benefits from some experience in a specific discipline, previous teaching and professional riding experience. Trainers work with both people and their animals, which often requires a delicate touch and a strong personality.
A firm understanding of every aspect of horseflesh and strong communication skills are essential tools for a training position.