•  Local Links •  Barefoot Learning Resources •  Health •  Training and Horsemanship •  Magazines and DVD's •  Products we love •  Becoming a better horsewoman through self improvement

I'll do my best not to send you into "sensory overload" with a massive link section. So in an effort to keep it simple, I'll only link you to those sites that I feel most excited about, or to those that connect you with more in-depth information on a given subject.

 

Local Links

Luke Tanner, AANHCP Certified Practitioner and Field Instructor

Luke is our favorite barefoot farrier here at the ranch! Highly recommended to those serious about their horse's barefoot hoof health.

2 Mares Horse Care
If you live in the southeast valley and need someone to care for your horse(s) while you're on vacation, give these "2 mares" a call.

Need a realtor in AZ?
I can't recommend highly enough our own realtor, Kerry Jackson. The phenomenal service he provides, coupled with his keen attention to detail, is truly second-to-none! You can contact him at 480-227-4710, or email Kerry.Jackson@cox.net

 

Barefoot Resources

Tons of articles from Dr. Tomas Teskey D.V.M
Also a fellow Arizonan, Dr. Teskey is a no-nonsense, "say it like it is" veterinarian turned barefoot farrier. Here you can find articles dealing with everything from founder to navicular, and everything in between.
(Or, if you can only read ONE article, make it this one: Breaking Traditions). Dr Teskey also has a fantastic blog that allows horse owners to ask questions about natural hoof care.

The Horse's Hoof
Highly informative website. Offers articles, pictures, resources, and you can also purchase a subscription the The Horse's Hoof magazine.

Physiological Trim article by Dr. Bowker
Fascinating article about how the proper trim creates a healthy foot.

Houston, TX mounted patrol unit goes barefoot and bitless!
They serve and protect the people, and now their doing the same for their invaluable equine partners.  An informative glimpse of how the wisdom of going barefoot is spreading like wildfire.

Make your horse a hoof bath
Horses in the wild must stand in the water when they drink, keeping their feet naturally pliable and moisturized. A hoof bath is a nice approximation of a wild behavior for our domestic horses. For those who also live in the dry Arizona desert, check out this article as well.

 

Health

Natural healthcare articles
Articles on natural worming options, homeopathic immunizations, herbs, and more. This site also sells some wonderful holistic healthcare products including chemical-free wormer.

Facts about the skeletal growth of horses
This is a must read for those who are ready to start their 2 year old to saddle! This article is incredibly enlightening, and has changed the way I look at young horses from a maturation standpoint.

Going Bitless
It's more than just a kinder option, read here about the health benefits of going bitless.

 

Training and Horsemanship

Klaus Ferdinand Hempfling
Here you'll find a nicely-written introduction to Klaus' beautiful method of horsemanship. 

Sally Swift
Creator of the classic Centered Riding® techniques for improving balance, awareness, and confidence.

Monty Roberts
Originator of the Join-up and Follow-up techniques of using body language to connect with your horse

 

Magazines and DVD's

Natural Horse magazinee
A well-rounded publication, offering articles about everything from natural training methods and equipment, to herbs and health care.

Equine Wellness magazine
Another fabulous resource to help you learn to care for your horse more naturally.

The Horse's Hoof magazine
This publication's focus is mainly on the barefoot horse

The Horse Crucified and Risen - a DVD by Alexander Nevzorov
If you are not familiar with the Nevzorov Haute Ecole method of horsemanship, here is a brief youtube introduction (runs 2 minutes, 17 seconds)

Monty Robert's Join-Up DVD
A fabulous how-to demonstration about how to join-up with your horse using his language

Path of the Horse - interview with Stormy May
If you have 27 minutes, see this interview of documentary film maker and horse lover Stormy May as she speaks about her personal path of transition from using traditional methods of horse training to au natural methods. Love it!

 

Products we love

Frank Lampley 's Natural Supplements
If you have horses, you simply must keep a jar of Frank Lampley's White Lightening in your first aid kit. It is truly an extraordinary colic remedy when given at the first sign of illness. His Vitamix is also great to have on hand.

Effective Fly Control
We love these little buggers!

 

Self Improvement by Way of the Horse

For me, becoming a better horsewoman has been as much, if not more, about a  journey of self improvement and self discovery, as it has been about learning the proper seat and balance on the horse. Horses can sense our incongruencies, insecurities, fears, and social masks, so if you're searching for that deep spiritual bond with your horse, you'll find the path to those "Black Stallion moments" may require you to change more than you imagined. These are a few of the tools I have found most helpful in my own personal journey.

Sedona Method
Traditionally, we've been taught to "drop our baggage outside the arena", but you can't fool a horse! As highly intuitive and emotional prey animals, their survival depends on being able to sense what's under the veil no matter how deep you bury it. The Sedona Method is a proven technique that teaches you how to release negative emotions and become more peaceful and authentic.

Meditate with Holosync
Science tells us that those who meditate tend to be more peaceful, live longer, and are more adaptable and fluid mentally than those who do not. I tried for over a decade to meditate properly, but until a friend (and boarder) introduced me to Holosync, I never quite "got it". I haven't missed a day in over a year, and the difference is astounding. Thanks Christin!

Epona Equestrian Services
Having recently participated in a workshop at Epona, there aren't words to describe the eye-opening and impactful experiences to be had at this gorgeous ranch in Sonoita, AZ. Deeply personal, empowering, and lasting; if you've read The Tao of Equus, you'll appreciate Linda's Kohanov's empowering retreat of "horse facilitated experiential learning".

The Secret
Introduced to me by my mentor, friend, and trainer, Gary Woods, "The Secret" is completely life transforming, and is certainly the greatest gift anyone's ever given me.