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Katherine's Horses Blog October 2006 Archive

By Katherine Blocksdorf, About.com Guide to Horses since 2005

What's in the Newsletter?

Sunday October 29, 2006
Every Tuesday afternoon I send out the About Horses and Ponies newsletter. The newsletter includes helpful tips, updates on new articles I've posted and a featured horse. Keep up to ... Read More

Staying Supple for Horseback Riding

Friday October 27, 2006
Many people think that sitting on a horse is just that -- sitting. It isn't until they try it that they realize how much work it is. Suppleness and strength ... Read More

Hot Forum Discussion -- Rewaterproofing Turn-out Blankets

Monday October 23, 2006
If your turn-out blankets have been cleaned a few times, or have spent a couple of seasons on the horse during wet weather, they may not repel water like they ... Read More

Horse Photography

Sunday October 22, 2006
It's pouring rain out this morning. While going for a ride in a nice summer shower can be fun, I find the cold rains of October less appealing. So I ... Read More

What Do You With Your Horse Show Ribbons?

Saturday October 21, 2006
In my post about scrapbooking, one women left a comment about turning her horseshow ribbons into a quilt. What a great idea! Have you turned your horse show rosettes (or ... Read More

My Friend Flicka

Friday October 20, 2006
My Friend Flicka opens this weekend. About Guide to Hollywood Movies, Rebecca Murray has all the details. You can also check out the official site for downloads, trailers, photos and ... Read More

Hi Ho Joba?

Wednesday October 18, 2006
Those of us who ride are already convinced of the physical benefits of horseback riding. So while it's pouring rain and cold outside is there a substitute for a good ... Read More

Horse Racing Games and Quizzes

Tuesday October 17, 2006
If you like games and quizzes about horses check out the Fun Stuff from About Horse Racing put together by About Horseracing Guide Cindy Pierson Dulay

What to Do With Your Horse When You Can't Ride

Thursday October 12, 2006
Whether you are hampered by weather or a busy schedule, sometimes you just can't spend time in the saddle. But there are many things you can do with your horse ... Read More

Progress of Barbaro

Tuesday October 10, 2006
A lot of horse lovers have been concerned about the fate of Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro. Cindy Pierson Dulay, Your About Guide to Horse Racing has updates of Barbaro's progress. ... Read More

Famous Riders: The Female 'Paul Revere'

Friday October 6, 2006
When you think of famous rides and riders one of the foremost may be Paul Revere. Revere was immortalized by poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow for his famous midnight ride to ... Read More

Book Review - Beautiful Jim Key

Wednesday October 4, 2006
Rainy weather has made it difficult to spend much time outdoors with the horses. But what better way to spend a rainy evening than curled up with a good book ... Read More

Choosing a Name for Your Horse

Monday October 2, 2006
If you buy a horse, or a new foal arrives the first thing most of us think of is; what shall we name it? About Exotic Pets Guide Lianne McLeod ... Read More

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