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How to Calm a Dog
We’re at that time of year when storms produce earth-shaking thunder and people detonate home-rattling fireworks – both of which are common anxiety triggers in dogs. Many situations can make a dog fearful: loud noises, unfamiliar environments, new people, and strange animals. Dogs are perceptive to the nuances in their environments; make a change and […] Read more »
Changing Our Behaviors for Equine Welfare
As caregivers, we often take the lead when it comes to ensuring our horses are happy and healthy, but by holding the reins,are we adjustingthem to our wants and needs, or are we adjusting totheirs? To enhance equine welfare, changing our actions and habits is a necessary first step, although not an easy one. Debbie […] Read more »
Children’s Cognitive Abilities Enhanced by Horseback Riding
Saddle up your child to strengthen their smarts. A study by Mitsuaki Ohta, a professor at the Tokyo University of Agriculture, proves that memory, learning, and problem-solving are all boosted benefits of horseback riding. The Correlation A horse’s movements create vibrations that activate the equestrian’s sympathetic nervous system while riding. This is where Ohta proved, […] Read more »
Five Steps to Winterize Your Dog
Before fall turns to winter, it’s smart to winterize your home and car to ensure they’re ready for the seasonal changes ahead, but what about your dog? Here are five important tips to consider to help you “winterize” your dog. 1) Don’t Skimp on Bug Control In the colder months, we humans get a major […] Read more »
Panax Ginseng: “All Healing” Root
Panax ginseng has been used for thousands of years to help the body manage physical and mental stress. Ginseng (panax ginseng) is a member of the ivy family that is renowned for the powerful health properties of its roots. Ginseng is the most widely used of the botanicals referred to as adaptogens, which help the […] Read more »