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Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Happy New Year!

Out with the old and in with the new…here we come 2014!  What a special year 2014 should be especially since it is marked as The Year Of The Horse! South Florida Horse Connection wishes everyone a safe and prosperous New Year and many blessings to you and your four legged frien...

Monday, December 30, 2013

A Clinic for a great cause….

Here is a great fundraiser for the rescue horses of the SFSPCA coming up on Saturday, February 22-Sunday, February 23, 2014.  It will be held at the rescue ranch's new location (only individuals that will be attending will be given the address).  This will be an opportunity for 10 participants ($375) to have hands on with the guest clinician Sonny Garguilo www.sonnygarguilo.com in order to become more comfortable working...

Friday, December 27, 2013

January Horse Show

South Florida Horse Show Association is hosting a January Horse Show on Saturday, January 4, 2014.  It is being held at the Tropical Park Equestrian Center.  The new show arenas look amazing and they have added new shows to their line-up!  Come support all of our local riders!  For more information, please visit their website:  www.southfloridahorseshow.c...

Thursday, December 26, 2013

A clinic to benefit the rescue horses of S FL

I cannot say that I am personally familiar with this trainer/clinician, but I am hoping that he can help the rescue horses at the South Florida SPCA.  If you cannot afford to do the clinic, please think about auditing as all of the proceeds with benefit the SFSPCA!  The flyer does not include how to prepay, or have any phone number to call if you have any questions, but I will see if I can get that information and post it at a later...

Sunday, December 22, 2013

A little creativity!

I had a little fun making sugar cookies this year after I found a cut out that I had forgotten about - a horse head!  It would have been so much cuter if I had some extra decorations to complete a mane on each of th...

Friday, December 20, 2013

A cool decorating idea!

Wouldn't this decoration look amazing in your yard or at your barn for Christmas?  I absolutely love it, but cannot find it any where as it shows sold out.  It's no wonder though because it is so uniq...

Thursday, December 19, 2013

Happy Birthday to me….

This is my boy Eros wishing me a Happy Birthda...

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Another feel good story

Blind kids read in Braille to rescue horses This is the rescue that my horse Eros came from.  What a great opportunity for these children to experience the wonderful world of the horse, but through these special rescues!  If you would like to donate to the South Florida SPCA, please visit their website:  www.spca-sofla.o...

Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Christmas caroling on horseback!

Horses and Singing Bring Joy to Saratoga Hospital Patients – Saratoga Wire | All About Horses What a beautiful thing to do to bring joy to others during the holiday seaso...

Monday, December 16, 2013

This could be a great stocking stuffer!

I don't know about you, but since the time change I seem to be fumbling with getting my horse's feet done in some pretty poor lighting.  I found this nifty little item on www.bonvivantequine.com to assist with this very problem I seem to be having.  They are on sale and I think that I may just get one for myself.  The $14.99 price tag is a little steep for a hoof pick, but if it helps alleviate my issue then its well worth...

Thursday, December 12, 2013

Love Consignment? So do we!

Being that it is the holiday season and many of us are out buying Christmas gifts or other holiday items, trying to fit in enough money for show season items can be tough.  Miami has not had an English Riding consignment store ever, until an out of state woman by the name of Barbara came to town with a garage full of first class merchandise.  Barbara is the owner of Double Love Rider Consignment.  She is located in S Miami near...

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Hot new item!

South Florida Horse Connection is proud to present it's latest item up for sale: South Florida Horse Connection bumper sticker!  If you are a fan of ours, or would like to share what we are all about with others that may not know, please go to our website www.southfloridahorseconnection.net to place your order today. You will find them listed on the What's Happening tab. The stickers are only $1.00 with .50 for shipping and handling...

Monday, December 9, 2013

And the shows begin….

It's that time of year again for Wellington to start gearing up for their up-coming show season and this weekend December 14-15th is just one of many.  The Jim Brandon Equestrian Center will play host to the Wellington Classic Holiday Challenge for Dressage.  If you would like more information concerning this event, please call 561-227-157...

Saturday, December 7, 2013

A Tremendous Success!

For all of those who were in attendance at last night's Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First Aid - Thank You for making the evening such a tremendous success!  There was a fantastic turnout.  Dr. Franklin's presentation was on point and he even got to do a live demo on my horse Eros, who hammed it up after he was bandaged.  Keep posted for the next event and I look forward to bring our horse community back together once again...

Thursday, December 5, 2013

Look for the sign!

Tomorrow night this sign for the Little Yellow Barn will guide you into the Symposium.  There will also be a guide with a flashlight to help direct you down our driveway to the parking area for the event. I am very excited to be able to host the Equine Emergency First Aid event featuring Dr. Franklin.  I have been determined to bring the horse community of S FL together under one roof and this is just the beginning!  I look forward...

Wednesday, December 4, 2013

Many thanks go out to our supporters!

Only a couple of days left before the Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First aid.  I'd like to thank all of our local Feed Stores for donating first aid supplies for our door prize goodie bags.  I would also like to thank Dr. Franklin for donating 95% of the items that went into the Equine Emergency First Aid Kit that will be given out as a Grand Prize to the person with the best question of the evening.  We have a great horse...

Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Grand Door Prize….

Wouldn't you like to be the lucky person that gets to add this Equine First Aid Kit to your barn?  I know I would, but I'm not eligible!  So put your thinking caps on and try to come up with the best question of the night so this can be yours at the Equine Emergency First Aid Equine Symposium Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM.  Registration will begin at 6 PM, with refreshments to follow.  The presentation will begin promptly...

Monday, December 2, 2013

How would you handle this situation?

Does looking at this picture make you a little squeamish?  Would you rather look away because it makes you feel uncomfortable?  Are you mentally prepared to be able to handle any type of emergency with your horse or any horse at your barn, or would you panic?  Let a professional like Dr. Franklin let you know when and what constitutes a call to your vet and how to properly handle the situation until he/she arrives?  Dr. Franklin...

Sunday, December 1, 2013

Got questions? Well, we have just the man for you to answer them!

Have you ever had the dilemma of, "Should I call my vet, or should I just wait and see?"  What are the most common injuries horses sustain that their owners think they can wait it out?  Would you like the answers to these questions and many more?  If so, please join us this Friday, December 6th from 7-9 PM at the Little Yellow Barn for our Equine Symposium on Equine Emergency First Aid featuring Dr. Franklin.  There will be...