Very often we hear the parents of our beginning students lament, "Why does my child spend so much time on the ground stuff? Don't I pay you to teach them how to ride horses?" At CRK Training Stable all students must learn to catch, lead, tie, groom, and saddle their school horse. They must also un-tack, groom and put the horse away. In the beginning of their riding careers, … [Read more...] about Is Ground Work Really That Important?
Horse Care
A Shot In The Dark
Every year horse owners are faced with many challenges to keeping their horses well and healthy. First in many owners mind is the cost. Therefore; some owners will not vaccinate their horses or will use vaccines purchased at the local feed store or online. I have done my own vaccinations in the past. However; I now have all my horses vaccinated by my veterinarian. I know he … [Read more...] about A Shot In The Dark
Happy Summer Solstice!
Summer solstice. The longest day of the year. June 20th. However you put it, this a very important day in the life of your horse. Or at least your horse's winter coat. Winter coat you say? Whatever are you talking about? It's just the beginning of summer! The days are getting hotter. Horse don't need a winter coat now. It's nice to have them all in a short, sleek … [Read more...] about Happy Summer Solstice!
Summer Vacation Tips
It's that time of year again. Those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer! By now I'm sure you have all your vacation plans in order but have you forgotten anything? Or anyone? How about your horse? I know, he doesn't get to go along, but who will be taking care of him? A few years ago, I was going out of town for work and vacations. All together I was going to be gone for about 3 … [Read more...] about Summer Vacation Tips
Shiny As A New Penny!
Shiny As A New Penny! Should I Body Shave my Horse? This question was posed to me just the other day by a student. She owns a very fuzzy pony that she wants to get ready for the shows. Shows that are going to be starting in just a few short months. I understand why she would ask this question. Her pony, Tony, is the typical Thelwell pony. Short, stocky, and really hairy. … [Read more...] about Shiny As A New Penny!