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Assessing the Health and Well-being of Horses
At Rafter 3 Horse Development, we take the health and well-being of horses very seriously. As a responsible horse owner or caretaker, it is important to have a good understanding of what constitutes good horse health, and how to assess it. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide to assessing the health and […]
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Clicker Training
Clicker training is a powerful and effective way to communicate with horses, and it is quickly gaining popularity among horse owners and trainers alike. Unlike traditional methods of training, clicker training relies on positive reinforcement to teach horses new behaviors and reinforce good ones, rather than using force or punishment to discourage unwanted behaviors. In […]
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Tie-Down Roping
Hey, Y’all today we are going to be talking all about Tie-down Roping! This is just going to be a short article to introduce you to this amazing sport and give you the inside ropes of this phenomenal roping event. We will have many follow-ups and continued education-style articles all about every aspect of roping! […]
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A Travel Agent’s Guide For An Equestrian: The Complete Guide To A Stress-Free Show Season
A Travel Agents Guide For An Equestrian: The Complete Guide To A Stress-Free Show Season Hello everyone, my name is Jamie. Owner of Ridgeway Travel and Ridgeway Equine Marketing! I’m going to be discussing one of the primary reasons why I started my travel agency, HOW TO HAVE A STRESS-FREE SHOW SEASON! I remember as […]
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Rodeo- Life On The Road
Hey Y’all, today we have a super exciting Sunday article for you. We are going to be talking all about Rodeo, life on the road. I’m sure everyone who competes or loves rodeo has dreamed of traveling on the road full time…going from rodeo to rodeo, to rodeo…to rodeo! Sounds like the ultimate life, right? […]
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Complementary Care for Barrel Racing Horses
If you’re a barrel racing fanatic like me, then you know that keeping our four-legged partners healthy and performing at their best is no easy feat. We all know about the importance of traditional veterinary care, but there’s another way to keep our horses feeling their best: complementary care. Complementary care is like the gravy […]
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Team Roping
Hey Rafter 3 Horse Development fans, we have another short article for you, and today it’s all about Team Roping! Team roping is the only true “team event” in rodeo, and has roots dating back to the historical wild west days of roping, riding, and ranching. This is another of our short introductory articles all […]
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