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Can I Fedex My Horse Across the USA?

By On August 2, 2022 · Leave a Comment · In Everything Else

You bought a new horse property and now you need to move your horse. Maybe you have more horses than place in your trailer? Transporting your horse is a major responsibility. Not just in terms of finances, but there are a number of other things to consider. When it comes to shipping your horse with FedEx, the good news is that yes, FedEx does offer the option of shipping your horse across the US. 
FedEx offers specialized chartered Air Freight Delivery Services that can be used to transport horses from one part of the country to another. There are a number of key points that you must know about such services. Before opting to ship your horse on air freight, it is important you know everything that there is. 

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Water Quality and How It Affects Horses

By On July 28, 2022 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

Water Quality and How It Affects Horses
Water safety for horses takes on whole new meanings when groundwater is involved. Caring for pastures and paddocks is essential in maintaining local bodies of water and making them reasonably clean and safe for horses to drink, especially on warm days. Even so, tap water needs a little more attention as well for it to be good for horses on top of whatever treatment

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How to keep dogs and horses safe around each other

By On July 1, 2022 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

When your dog first sees a horse, he’ll most likely react by chasing the horse or barking at it. That could be because the dog is afraid or nervous about the horse and reacts by trying to frighten the strange creature away by displaying aggressive behaviors.
Dogs are naturally predatory animals that hunt other species for food. On the other hand, horses are prey animals that instinctively take flight when they feel threatened. If your pet is not restrained the first time he encounters a horse, the chances are that Fido will set off in hot pursuit of Dobbin!

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9 UNEXPECTED FACTORS THAT COULD BE CAUSING YOUR HORSE STRESS

By On June 16, 2022 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

Have you ever seen a horse get anxious and stressed? The idea of an anxious and stressed horse seems atypical, but horses are emotional animals that are prone to anxiety and stress when put under certain social and environmental triggers that lead to their anxious behavior. 
If you have ever had the experience of being an equestrian or examining horses from a close distance, whether during a show or on some horse farm, you might be well aware of the behavioral changes that occur in horses while they are in the show or the farm. 

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3 Big Challenges of Rural Real Estate – Unincorporated County Living – No Two Properties are Alike

By On June 10, 2022 · Leave a Comment · In How To Buy A Horse Property, How To Sell A Horse Property

Would you ask your Home Agent to help you sell a 40-unit apartment complex? NO…you would use a Commercial Specialist – Right? RURAL PROPERTIES and LAND, particular horse properties, and equestrian estates are considered another highly specialized asset class, requiring extensive expertise to avoid major pitfalls. These properties have a lack of standardized infrastructure, a myriad of local, regional, and State zoning complexities, as well as topography and usage variations. Furthermore, no two properties are alike; therefore, pricing requires extensive due diligence far beyond a typical Comparable Market Analysis.

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5 Reasons to Try Equine Therapy For Students

By On June 6, 2022 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse, Everything Else

Humans historically owe a lot to their equine friends for all the hard work and companionship. Research shows eye-popping emotional bondage that is formed as a result of human-horse interaction.

Professionals use equine therapy to guide humans through various activities with horses to address as part of their mental health treatment. Equine therapy is a proven and effective way of dealing with stress or depression. It can play an important role in helping students boost their self-awareness and social skills.
By engaging in grooming or feeding activities, you can help yourself too. If you have never tried equine therapy, there are at least five good reasons to do it now.

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How to Make your Horse Happy and Healthy

By On March 21, 2022 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse

Do you own an equestrian estate or horse farm where you love to spend time with your horses? Your horses are probably a source of pride and joy for you, particularly if you intend to show them. Your horses must be well-trained and in good condition to perform properly. Keeping your horses happy is ideal […]

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6 Tips for the Modern Horse Farm Owners in 2022

By On February 23, 2022 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse

In any case, every new horse farm owner will need to keep in mind certain aspects of what it means to be a horse farm owner in our day and age. Hence, here are the top six tips for modern horse farm owners in 2022.

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How Tax Law Applies to Your Equestrian Business

By On January 24, 2022 · Leave a Comment · In Barn and Horse

Being a good business owner in the horse farming industry means that you meet your responsibilities to everyone–from your horses to your customers and employees, down to the government, all your duties must be fulfilled. As a horse farm business owner, understanding how the tax law work in your industry is important know-how.

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6 Strategies to Follow Before Listing Your Equestrian Property for Sale

By On November 22, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In How To Sell A Horse Property

When it comes to listing your horse property, there can be many things you need to consider to make it appealing to anyone who’s looking to buy. Let’s have a  look at some of the things you can focus on when you decide to put your equestrian property up for sale. 

 

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