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Thursday, January 30, 2014

We Want More!

To date we have received some wonderful submissions for our 2015 rescue calendar, but we are wanting more!  You have until Monday, February 10th to get your inquiry in to be a part of this special project.  Twelve lucky South Florida women and their rescue horses will be featured in this calendar and we want to make our selection process difficult!  So keep on submitting your story's and we will announce the selections via our...

Wednesday, January 29, 2014

SFSPCA needs your help!

Ten Neglected Horses Rescued By South Florida SPCA « CBS Miami The latest horse the SFSPCA picked up were dumped in an empty pasture with "slop" for food.  The survivors are in deplorable condition.  If you can donate anything to help these and the other horses in their care, please contact www.helpthehorse.org.  Any donation whether large or small will be appreciate...

Tuesday, January 28, 2014

The Deadline is February 10th!

With a deadline for submissions of Monday, February 10th we are still looking for a couple more women in the South Florida area with rescue horses for our 2015 calendar project.  As you can see from the excellent examples above of Steampunk wear, you can create a look that is as simple or elaborate as you would like.  If you have any questions, concern or comments, please contact Tyra @ 305-992-2769 orsouthfloridahorseconnection@gmail.com....

Monday, January 27, 2014

This type of training is invaluable!

Rescuers learn to herd sheep, coax horses out of harms way Rebecca Gimenez with TLAER will be coming to the S FL area next weekend for a 2 day course, but this was that was put on in Daytona looks more like what we need here given our propensity to hurricanes.  Would this be something you would be interested in and would you atten...

Thursday, January 23, 2014

Only 3 spots remain…who will be the lucky 3?

Ok, we only have three remaining spots available for our calendar!  If you have rescued a horse (doesn't have to be from a local rescue, can be from any situation) or know someone that has and would like to participate in this project featuring you, your horse and your story, please let me know as soon as possible!  The "theme" of our calendar is Steampunk.  Yes, we are looking for every day horse women, but every day horse women can...

Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Exciting News!

Coming up on Saturday, February 1st, The South Florida Horse Show Association is having a show that both the Sir Walsh Horsemanship students and South Florida Horse Connection's very own Eros will be participating in.  The students have been working very hard and are excited to be in their very first show.  Julie Grennan will be the rider (seen in above picture) showing Eros.  Please come out and support these local programs and...

Monday, January 20, 2014

Horses retire in Florida too!

Florida is a retirement spot for horses, too What a wonderful service these two people provide!  I know nothing personally about this facility, but for as long as they have been around they obviously are doing something right! Bless them for what they do to provide a loving environment for these retired horse...

Thursday, January 16, 2014

To Clarify….

I have received many inquiries about what exactly the look of Steampunk is.  I had included pictures previously of more elaborate outfits, but the look is really a creative one.  One that can actually be put together with maybe items that you may already have tucked away in your closet!  The other comments that I have received has been about age.  Currently we have all ages for the calendar from 16-58.  Ladies,...

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Only 4 spots are left!

Ok, so there are only 4 spots left for the calendar that the South Florida Horse Connection is creating featuring S FL women that have rescued a horse(s).  If you may know of someone who may be a little shy and would like to nominate them for the calendar, please forward the information to:  southfloridahorseconnection@gmail.com.  The theme of the calendar will be Steampunk, which you can make as simple or elaborate as you would...

Tuesday, January 14, 2014

The proof is in!

About a year ago, I decided to not chemically worm my horse Eros anymore.  I had done some research and decided it was time to try something a little more natural and non-evasivie.  I am by nature a skeptic, so I have to be shown things work before I believe it.  Well after a year on an Equine Herbal Wormer from Earth Song Ranch I had a fecal count test done on Eros.  It came back negative!  So now more than ever, I would...

Monday, January 13, 2014

New Project!

Attention all South Florida women with rescue horses:  South Florida Horse Connection is looking for you to represent their 2015 calendar.  The theme will be Steampunk.  If you go to our Facebook page (South Florida Horse Connection) you will be able to view several examples from simple to extravagant of this style.  We are looking for women of all ages, shapes and sizes.  We would love to hear your rescue story, so please...

Thursday, January 9, 2014

Can the women repeat for a 7th year win?

Equestrian Sport Productions presents the $75, 000 Nespresso Battle of The Sexes this Saturday, January 11th at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center located at 3400 Equestrian Club Drive in Wellington, FL.  Gates open at 6 PM and the competition begins at 7 PM.  The women's Pink team have won this event six years in a row, so let's see if they can continue their rein (no pun intended)!  For more information, email:...

Wednesday, January 8, 2014

What is your equine resolution for 2014?

Top 5 Equine Nutrition Resolutions to Keep in 2014 Many people make New Year's resolutions for themselves..what about your horse(s)?  If you made one or more, what was your...

Tuesday, January 7, 2014

Not a S FL problem, but a good reminder for everyone else!

Equine winter care : Horse : University of Minnesota Extension Do you notice any changes in your horse when the temperature drops?  I do notice that once is gets a little cooler here and the water temperature also get cooler, my horse drinks less.  Plus the cooler weather makes him friskier. &nbs...

Monday, January 6, 2014

Family fun on a Saturday night!

Every Saturday evening from January 8-March 30, The Palm Beach International Equestrian Center will host Saturday Night Lights.  Gates open at 6 PM and they are located at 3400 Equestrian Club Road in Wellington, FL.  Not only is this the home to the world's most competitive show jumping, but it now has entertainment for the whole family.  Live bands, a children's fair, the Venetian Carousel and many vendors fill the property.  There...

Friday, January 3, 2014

They say our animals are a reflection of ourselves….

So if a stranger came to your barn and met your horse for the very first time, what do you think they would say about you?  Would love to hear your comment...

Wednesday, January 1, 2014

What a great way to begin the New Year….

Wish Book: Ramp and lift would help woman with progressive MS safely ride therapy horse - Wish Book - MiamiHerald.com What do you say South Florida Horse Connection followers…how about we start the New Year out right and see if we can't raise some funds for this beautiful lady to keep her therapeutic riding lessons at HAPPI Farms?  If you are interested in joining this cause, please send me a email or message and I will start a fund for her...