Old Dogs Can Learn New Tricks – You Are Never Too Old For a Lesson

I am finally sitting down to write a long overdue update about Loverboy…I say overdue because we have been so productive and had so many great moments in the last few months that I don’t know where to begin!  Due to a run of sick kids, rain, and wicked cold weather, I actually suffered through a…

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Titania Doing Well With New Mom

An update on Titania: I know when we last spoke, she was just starting out with Julie, her new owner, but was having some soundness issues. Since then, they have put her into some pads and new shoes, and she has been in training since. Even though Ana has not been ridden much due to our crazy winter here in Northern VA, I have been told that she has come a long way! Last time I visited the farm (back in December) she was fat and happy living with my other old horse that is at this farm.

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Bounced is OK in OK

Just wanted to let you know all is well. He’s put on a little weight, is very shiny, and bright-eyed. I really enjoyed the lesson. We worked on some lungeing and then walk-trot-canter circles and bending. Bounced warmed up after a while and showed off his potential. I really think he will be a wonderful…

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Dreams Do Come True

Having a horse and riding again after many years is a dream come true. I was so lucky to have a wonderful horse growing up, I rode just about every day from middle school through high school. I even was able to take my horse to college with me. When I went to veterinary school, I gave up riding and started showing dogs.

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Pride of the Fox Meets His Sister Fern

Today at the barn, Fern meeting Foxy and vice versa. Both got chiropractic adjustments.  Fern had a great time!! Rebecca Kestle, DVM is a breeder of Akitas. Jenscot Akitas in Marietta, GA has had many champion Akitas. Here are two of her dogs playing in the snow this weekend. Dr. Rebecca’s vet clinic is Centre…

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