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The Importance of Knowing Poop!

Posted on February 9, 2016 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

One day in March 2014, I was working with a 15 yr. old picking up poop. We raise horses, pick up our paddocks daily. So I was explaining why we do this to this young person and in a span … Continue reading →

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Babies Babies

Posted on February 9, 2016 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

No Babies this year, 2016! This may come as a surprise to many who read this. Why would a breeder not use their mares as much as possible? There are many reasons but this one is the essence of … Continue reading →

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Lemons to Lemonade: Biloxi’s Tree Art

Posted on May 25, 2015 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

Originally posted on GALLIVANCE:
Imagine 125 mph winds and a storm surge 22 feet tall on an unprotected white sand beach. In Biloxi, Mississippi on August 29, 2005 this was the cataclysmic reality when Hurricane Katrina ripped through the city.…

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Spring Has Arrived!

Posted on March 30, 2015 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

The grass here in SW Missouri is green, the trees are just beginning to take on ever so faint hues of green, yellow, red (Red Bud trees are fully budded). It is such a relief after so very many grey … Continue reading →

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Queuing for the Head

Posted on March 30, 2015 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

An interesting tale of the Head. Queuing for the Head.

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Take care of your horse’s teeth

Posted on January 27, 2015 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

Take care of your horse’s teeth.

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6 weird ways to ride better

Posted on September 11, 2014 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

Originally posted on Dominion Veterinary Labs:
A horse is only as balanced and disciplined as its rider. Anyone who has spent a significant chunk of time in the saddle learns to be very aware of their body. Often, we know…

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Protect Your Horse From Hazards On The Farm, by Equine Guelph

Posted on July 31, 2014 by chocolatehorsefarmgypsyhorses

Protect your horse from hazards on the farm Safety tips from Equine Guelph, the horse owners’ and care givers’ center at the University of Guelph … Horse owners often feel their beloved equines are simply a magnet for injuries. Being … Continue reading →

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