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Prancing into the BlogPaws 10th Anniversary Conference
Best Beyond Paws Pet Blog Finalists 2018 Do I have your attention? Good. The BlogPaws social media and pet blogging network is a network of pet bloggers around the world who dedicate their lives to writing and sharing important information about their pets. It is no surprise that dogs and cats are clearly the more popular pets. After all, they dominate domestic households. Despite being primarily a horse blogger, the BlogPaws community has welcomed me with open arms. This year I am so incredibly proud to announce that my blog, Bridle & Bone, is a finalist for “Best Beyond Paws Pet Blog” at this year’s 10th Anniversary Conference in Kansas…
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My Equestrian Dilemma: Control vs. Trust
Confession: My biggest problem is not trusting myself or my horse. I need to trust my horse more. I’m a work in progress. I’m hyper organized, ambitious, and I know what I want. All good things, right? Except when I realize that I am a control freak. In my previous publishing life I managed a team of employees. I delegated and I never micromanaged. I swear! Since becoming a mother, I’m pretty sure that has changed. I feel out of control in my own home most days with three kids and two dogs, and so I strive to control other things like my work…..or of course, my…
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Getting Candid with an Equestrian Photoshoot
When you buy a new horse, you book the obligatory equestrian photoshoot to capture your new relationship. As a photographer myself, I am more comfortable behind the lens, so I was a little anxious about being the subject. The good news is when you are photographing horses they have a way of keeping you humble and being the focus on themselves. Especially when you have a lot of personality like Ferrous. Callie Heroux is a local eventer and photographer. I’d entered her model call last year but was not chosen, however, I did keep her information just in case. And I’m so glad. After I bought Ferrous, I…
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Quiz: What kind of horse rider are you?
Bold, Timid, or a Little of Both? Who doesn’t love a good horse quiz? I know what type of horse rider I am, regardless. But it was so much fun to put together. And a great way for people to understand it isn’t just black and white. Sometimes I’m bold, sometimes I’m timid. I’m never one thing. I think we can all identify with that. I am so excited to announce that my much anticipated book, Confessions of a Timid Rider, is now available for preorder! The book will be published this summer, and I can’t wait. If you’ve liked the series of the same name…
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Luxurious Riding with the Le Mieux Pro Sorb Lambskin Numnah
Enter the half pad debate. I never loved my sheepskin half pad and thought it bulged weirdly on my pony’s back. Nor did I feel that it created any real cushion. So I debated between gel pads, air pads, and memory foam. So many choices! Upon some research and help from my friend and trainer we ultimately decided on the Le Mieux Pro Sorb Lambskin Numnah from Country & Stable. The numnah is the perfect blend of saddle pad and half pad. With horse ownership comes great responsibility. The benefit of buying a horse the barn owner and trainers are familiar with is having that extra knowledge at…
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Awesome Gal: A Story of Soring, Healing, and Hope
I’ll happily admit I’m an optimist. Ever the glass half full type of girl I find it hard watching the news or reading about the darker side of life. That’s not to say I have rose-colored glasses. I’m aware, but I don’t like to focus on the negative. As an avid animal lover, I find animal abuse to be the hardest. That’s why when Cameron Ring, the producer on the feature film in development about Awesome Gal, the Tennessee Walking Horse who had been “sored” only to be saved by a young girl abused herself- well, the story hit hard. I feel that it is my job…
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Creating a Bond with Your New Horse
Confession time: I have a new horse that I want to trust and respect me. How do I build a bond? We bought a pony! So now what? Just kidding. I’ve been dreaming of this for (ahem) 40 years. Which means, I’ve had quite a lot of time to learn and plan. Learning never ends, but I love having a plan to focus on even if I must deviate occasionally. After all, we’re working with living, breathing creatures. I have ideas. There are so many things that I’d like to do with Ferrous. I’m lucky that I bought him from my barn where we was a…
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5 Illnesses Every Dog Owner Should Know
Being a pet owner is full of fun and loving moments but it can also bring a lot of responsibility. One thing that pet owners must do is keep an eye on their dog’s health. Dogs can get many different kinds of illnesses, ranging from mild annoyances to severe concerns. Having a good relationship with your vet is a great way to keep your dog healthy, especially if you are the owner of a new puppy. Keeping yourself educated on some of the most common illnesses that dogs suffer from can also ensure that you get help quickly if something is wrong. These are the most common illnesses every dog…
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The Honest Truth About Barn Time
Confession: Barn time is real and it sucks me in constantly. Those people who don’t spend time with horses may wonder, what in the world is barn time? Equestrians understand. Barn time is the magical and wondrous hours spent at the barn where time seems to stand still. Clocks don’t work and life outside you and your horse or horse friends do not matter. You are simply “being in the moment”. The Goal: Today I went to the barn intending to school Ferrous for about 30 minutes. We’ve been working on really stretching exercises, collecting and moving out in a frame, and then stretching again. It’s been…
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Vet Chat Episode 1 with Dr. Kendra Pope
Welcome to the first installment of the vlog series, Vet Chat. My friend and colleague, integrative veterinarian, Dr. Kendra Pope was gracious to take time out of her busy schedule and sit down with me to discuss her background and growing trends in veterinary medicine. Those of you who know me may be surprised that I am a nervous public speaker. I have a lot of confidence in certain things, but video makes me nervous. I’d rather be behind the camera or better yet, behind the computer/ pen writing about it. At nature I’m an observer. But I’ve never been one to let life pass me by.…
Equestrian Author and Podcast Host
