As summer rolls on, temperatures are heating up around the country. Envision yourself out riding with a friend on a hot day. After working awhile, her horse has formed a thick foam under the reins, saddle pad, between his hind legs, and is dripping from his belly. Your horse, on the other hand, is mostly […]
Ryan Hall: Vitalize Ambassador Takes Initiative to Reach Goals
“I was five and I was at school. One of my friends told me about a barn she was at, and I got the number. Do you know how many 5-year-olds get the number for barns and bring it home? Not very many, so I was pretty destined for this.” Those are the words from […]
Fast Facts About Fireworks for the Anxious Animals
Fireworks! While they are enjoyable for us humans, they can be an enormous stressor for our animals. According to the American Humane Association, July 5th is the most active day of the year for animal shelters. Without proper prevention, dogs can end up in a state of panic causing them to get lost, injured, or […]
How One Young Cowboy Keeps “Mama” Happy
You’ve heard the saying, “if Mama’s not happy, nobody’s happy.” But for one team roper, keeping Mama happy, means keeping her healthy, and that health starts inside with a healthy gut. You see, “Mama” is the 14-year-old mare that Ozark Region Collegiate Champion Team Roper, Strand Barricklow ropes on. He depends on Mama to help […]
