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Kemp Equine's – No Biz Like Horse Biz

It’s always fun to meet other horse people via social media, especially those with obvious marketing savvy. That’s how I connected with Lisa Kemp, through the colorful horse community on Twitter.

Where To Begin?

From friendfeed to facebook to twitter there are tons of different platforms for forming community. Some are well suited for the animal industry…some not so much.

Either way, it almost takes an online marketing & social media expert to work it all out. Unfortunately not all of us know someone of that ilk and we have to forge ahead on our own.
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Horse Computer Games for Windows

Horse Computer Games for Windows We’ve already got horse game lists for the wii, the ever popular Nintendo DS & today we are going to focus on PC games made for Windows.

In creating my many horse game lists, I’ve come to realize that this is a market for all ages. From the wee ones to us adults, but this category has got all ages covered. Each one provides a link to where they can be found on Amazon and a brief description.

From dressing up My Little Ponies to intense USEF licensed horse training and competition games, there is hours & hours of fun here!

Danielle Barlow Revisited

Dreamy Sunset Tuesday is artist appreciation day & today it’s all about the work of Danielle Barlow, another artist I found via Twitter.

Artist of the Week

Todays artist paints whimsical animals with an emphasis on their expressive features. Her work evokes feelings of a romantic time long past. Danielle is a pony person and loves her British native breeds, her fav is the Dartmoor.
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Gait Terminology – The Wonderful World of Gaits

Image from Eventer

Gait basics are something every rider should know, whether you show Tennesee Walkers, race on the track or enjoy fox hunting.

Here is a quick look at some of the basics in the wonderful world of gaits.

The Foundation

Learn what a gait is and the two different types of gaits.

Gait
The repetitive patterns of limb movement used in locomotion. There are standard gaits that all horses share (i.e. walk, trot, etc.) as well as trained or bred gaits (including pacing, tolt, etc.)
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About Dressage

If you don’t ride dressage, chances are you have questions about it, all of those fancy moves & lead changes with every stride? The video below offers a quick look at what dressage is & provides a little bit of information about the discipline.

This video is a short clip, but it may surprise you how beneficial much of the dressage work can be. Helpful in increasing both flexibility & athleticism of your animal, as well as enhancing the relationship between you and your mount. If you find dressage interesting you may want to check out some of the discipline terminology, A – E, F – O & P – W (yes there really is that much of it, so start studying them now!).
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Patti Woodbury – Horse Blogger of the Week

The horse blogger of this week is Patti Woodbury, you can find more of her stuff over at her blog Desert Equine Balance. (Be sure & grab her RSS feed while you are there).

I’m probably not the only one who would like to see Patti update her blog more often, but her articles are valuable regardless of their age. Her blog provides a wealth of detailed information on everything from hay to supplements to deciding how much of what your horse needs in their diet. She also offers links to relevant information & resources with almost every article for those who wish to continue learning.
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Breeds of the Week – Aralusian, Ardennes & Arenberg-Nordkirchener

Heart Globe It’s that time again, horse breed Thursday and today we have a great variety to share, although sadly one of them is facing extinction.

Pleased to Introduce

The breeds for this week are an interesting & distinct bunch, from the Aralusian who embodies the blood of two ancient breeds (Arabian & Andalusian), the strong & handsome Ardennes and the highly endangered Arenberg-Nordkirchener

Part of the reason I work so hard on the breeds section is to share information & hopefully help circumvent the loss of any more horse breeds to extinction.

Horse Games for Nintendo DS

Last week it was games for the wii and this week a long list for the (much) more popular handheld Nintendo DS.

There are tons of horsey options for the DS, all of them offering a fun new pet and hours of entertainment. Some of the games are suitable for an older crowd while still others are better for the youngsters. Each one provides a link to where they can be found on Amazon and a brief description.

You can’t take your horse with you everywhere you go, but you can take the next best thing, your DS.

Iwona Jankowski Revisited

Gloves Tuesday is artist appreciation day & today it’s all about the work of Iwona Jenkowski. Although I didn’t find her on Twitter, she and I connected through the website.

Artist of the Week

Today’s artist paints bold, colorful horses and in between vibrant splashes of color she creates animals that are both detailed & lifelike. Not a horse owner (as of last time we talked) but she is an equal opportunity horse lover and appreciates them all.
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Transportation Specialist – Horse Jobs

This is a rather unique position within the horse industry & one that allows for a great deal of flexibility. The experience required for being a horse transport specialist must include four wheels (& sometimes even 2 wings) as well as four legs.

Changing Gears

There is a higher percentage of men in this field of the horse industry, especially in long haul aspects of it. Horse owners have a number of different reasons for needing horse transport which requires a high level of adaptability on the part of the transporter.

This requires a knowledge of travel options and the connections to ensure each animal has a good experience and gets where they need to be.

How To Care For Hooves

Basic hoof care can be the difference between a sound horse and a perpetually lame one. Regardless of your skill level, keeping your horses feet clean and well-trimmed is an essential duty that should be taken seriously.

First things first, a good farrier (and a good trim every 6 weeks or so) is paramount when it comes to hoof health, whether you opt for shoes or not. The video below offers you tips for keeping your horse’s feet in good shape between trims.
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Stacey Kimmel-Smith – Horse Blogger of the Week

The horse blogger of this week is Stacey Kimmel-Smith, you can find more of her stuff over at her blog Behind The Bit. (Be sure & grab her RSS feed while you are there).

Stacey writes about dressage, riding & sport horses peppered with her own personal experiences and the trials & tribulations of horse care. She covers a wide variety of subjects and does her homework, her articles are well-prepared and well-researched. Many of her posts feature videos, some of her own and some to demonstrate points or to share amazing clips with her readers.
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Where To Begin?

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Pleased to Introduce

Artist of the Week

Changing Gears