The Stable Secretary Blog

  Situated on 25 scenic acres in Burlington, North Carolina the small-scale, family-run horse farm and rescue, known as RH Farm Rescue and Stables is located. RH Farm prides themselves on utilizing the horses which they rescue for almost all of their riding lessons. Their program develops true horsemanship and an excellent overall feel and […]

Have you ever hoped to pursue a career working with horses? Well, lucky for you, many opportunities are available in various areas of the industry. These options include those in equine health, sales, insurance, training, supplies, and services. The number of opportunities for possible careers in the equine industry is continually growing. This multi-billion dollar […]

Located in the rolling countryside of Ballinasloe, Galway, in western Ireland, Damien Griffin operates out of Lissyegan Stables where operate a showjumping, sales, and livery yard. They source and produce top quality young horses for both show jumping and eventing in addition to operating a small breeding program. Contract rearing of young horses is also […]

Nutrition is a broad concept that is commonly overlooked or misunderstood, even though it serves as the foundation of a healthy and happy horse. Knowing the correct decisions to make regarding your horse’s diet might feel like a difficult task, but there are several things to consider or learn to assist you in making the […]

Whether you’re preparing for your very first horse show, attending a competition, or grooming your horse who is living its best-retired life, it’s likely that you want your horse to shine. Is grooming something you routinely make time to do, even if you’re not prepping for a show? There are several tips to add to […]

Winter brings cold, wet weather that means the headache of skin conditions, adding and removing blankets, coordinating show travel, keeping up with clipping, and a whole lot more for all the horses in your care. To keep up with the individual requirements of every horse, communication, scheduling, and organized records are key!   Keep Organized […]

January is the season of resolutions and the time most people dedicate to setting goals for the year ahead, but whether it’s the start of the year or not, dedicating time to mapping out your goals is the most effective way to achieve your expectations. For equestrians, goals could range anywhere from aiming for specific […]

  Give your horse a break. If you and your horse have a strict schedule for training and competing throughout the year, the colder months can be a great opportunity to give your horse some time off to rest and recover. While some people feel their horse can’t mentally handle down time of more than […]

  Located in Greenville, Ohio, Miley Friesians is a family owned business that operates their facility completely in-house. One of the largest Friesian horse breeding operations in North America, Miley Friesians co-owns two approved Friesian stallions, Tsjalle 454 Sport Elite Preferent AAA and Omer 493 Sport AA, as well as breeds a few select Barack […]

The feed room is a vital part of a horse facility. It’s a place visited at least twice a day (although usually more) by a farm manager and staff. Whether your feed room is a corner of your garage or a full room in your barn, keeping things neat and tidy is important to ensuring […]

How much time do you spend sitting behind your desk staring at the numbers that sum up the workings of your facility? Bookkeeping is integral to keeping your horse farm running, but it can sometimes feel overwhelming and disorganized. While many professional facilities can (and should) hire a professional to handle the complex parts of […]

Located in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts, Grazing Fields Farm is a historic horse farm owned by head trainer, Kathy Fletcher, and her husband, Mike. The farm focuses on showing and training horses and riders in hunters, jumpers, and equitation at the national, regional, and local levels. A former dairy farm, the facility now includes four barns […]

Equestrians today understand the importance of monitoring health and training to better care for their horses, improve their riding, and prepare for competition. With technology changing daily, how do you know where to look to meet your expectations for top-of-the-line apps to let you reach and exceed your goals? Here are a few of our […]

Whether you’re just getting back into a riding routine after summer vacation or have been doggedly working all season on improving in the saddle, incorporating lessons into your training plan means you get the opportunity to check in on your progress and benefit from the eyes of a more experienced rider. While taking lessons can […]

Stoneleigh-Burnham Equestrian Center is a part of the academic community at Stoneleigh-Burnham School, which educates females in grades 7-12 and postgraduate. The Stoneleigh-Burnham Equestrian Center is the first and only secondary school equestrian facility in the United States to achieve prestigious certification as a British Horse Society-approved Livery Yard, Riding School, and Facility.   Located […]