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PRODUCTS

Favorite Half Pads

Favorite Half Pads

1. EquiFit T-Foam Non-Slip Contour Pad – equifit.net
2. Ultra ThinLine Contour Pad – thinlineglobal.com
3. Jump Original Ogilvy Memory Foam HalfPad – ogilvyequestrian.com

The EquiFit theraputic pad uses the T-Foam memory foam that is always so comfortable for horses. This pad maximizes support, disperses pressure points, absorbs shock, and helps prevent back soreness. I have always loved the EquiFit brand and though I have never used this pad, I have always wanted to try it.

The ThinLine pad has always been a favorite for many. It is great for horses that don’t need a lot of padding underneath the saddle. It flexes and moves with your horse, has great shock absorption, and offers closer contact between horse and rider

The Ogilvy pad is somewhat similar to the EquiFit one although there are a few different features. This pad uses anti-slip, moisture-wicking materials. It has anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties. It also uses a memory foam that gives great shock absorption. This is another product that I have been dying to try on my horse.

link EQUIFIT, THINLINE, OGILVY

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ENTERTAINMENT

Caballo Viejo

Hilarious clip of Fez from That 70’s show singing Caballo Viejo (Old Horse), a famous Venezuelan folk song by Simón Díaz. I remember growing up it would play on the radio all the time, and of course if was one of the favorite dance songs for bands to sing at big parties, most everyone would hit the dance floor as soon as it started playing.
It was allegedly written by the singer to a young beauty queen – he might be an old horse, goes the song, but he still fancies his chances.

 

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PLACES

Half Moon Equestrian Centre – Montego Bay, Jamaica

It is getting COLD and I do not like it one bit! Half Moon Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica would be the perfect escape for a warm and relaxing time. Half Moon was built on a perfectly shaped crescent beach in the 1950’s by a group of wealthy individuals as an exclusive vacation resort for their families. They offer many activities including amazing ocean swimming  on horseback – check out the video, it looks like it would be so much fun!

Half Moon

 

Half Moon

 

Half Moon

 

Half Moon

Check out the video HERE

links: Half Moon at RockResortHalf Moon Equestrian Centre

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ENTERTAINMENT

equiJAMZ 05

Hit play and enjoy! – mobile and tablets…

equijamz mobile …click me

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1. Beast of Burden – The Rolling Stones
2. Thunderstruck – AC DC
3. Animal – Def Leppard
4. Life In The Fast Lane – The Eagles
5. Straight On – Heart
6. Authority Song – John Mellencamp
7. I Want To Break Free – Queen
8. Even The Loosers – Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers

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ART & DESIGN

Lukas Renlund

Loving Copenhagen based artist and photographer Lukas Renlund: fashion-inspired photography with a surrealistic twist.

Lukas Renlund

Ponytail I & II

Lukas Renlund

Read a cool interview by artrebels.com HERE

link: LUKAS RENLUND

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PLACES

Ban horse-drawn carriages in NYC

It is extremely sad that way too many horses are getting injured and even dying on the streets of NYC. This holiday season let’s join the efforts to ban horse-drawn carriages.
The documentary BLINDERS shows the reality of how horrible the horse-drawn carriage industry in NYC really is. Many organizations including PETA have launched campaigns and bring attention to the problem. There’s even a very awesome solution which would maintain the historic and romantic feel of the tours while offering jobs to current workers of the horse carriage industry: New Yorkers for Clean, Livable and Safe Streets (NYCLASS) supports a legislation to phase-out horse carriages in NYC and replacing them with a fleet of vintage-replica electric cars – the 21st Century horseless carriage. NYCLASS and the ASPCA have pledged to find all 220 NYC carriage horses loving retirement homes and assure that no horse will be sent to slaughter. Everyone can help the horses and this cause: we can start by going HERE and by simply not supporting the horse carriage industry.

blinders

injured horse

carriage crash

NY Times – Horse carriage collides with car

heat eshaustion

Horse collapses in Central Park due to heat exhaustion

electric car

NYCLASS – electric car

NOTE – There is a lot of information on the horse-drawn carriage issue online, along with opposing points of view. Equestrette is our little space online where we express our individual thoughts. We respect everyone’s opinion, we encourage and will approve and reply to respectful comments only, regardless of differing points of view.

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PETS

Miniature Guide Horses

I’m amazed at how smart and wonderful horses of all sizes are to us. People have been helped by these great creatures throughout history and today the smallest breeds continue the tradition by helping assist the blind in the same way dogs are used. Miniature horses are officially approved by federal guidelines to be used as guide animals as stated in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The average weight of minis is around 50-100 pounds, they can live in your home and are allowed to go just about anywhere their owner wants to go. The Guide Horse Foundation is a great organization that has a ton of information as well as ways all of us can help out. They point out some key advantages to using Miniature horses to assist the blind:
 
Miniature Guide

CUDDLES – The Guide Horse Foundation

• Guide minis are very clean and can be housebroken, they do not get fleas and only shed twice per year.
 
Miniature Guide

TONTO – Show Horse Gallery

• Miniature horses have the advantage of living much longer lives and can assist for about 20 years while dogs might be of service for only 6 years.
 
Miniature Guide

TWINKIE – The Guide Horse Foundation

• With the right training and desensitization, horses stay calm in chaotic situations, and they remember danger for decades due to their phenomenal memory.
 
Miniature Guide

CONFETTI – Equus Caballus

• Horses have excellent vision, their independent eye movement can track potential danger with each eye, plus they can see clearly in almost total darkness.
 
Miniature Guide

PANDA – Equine Wellness Magazine & the Clicker Horse Training

• Trained horses are very focused, not easily distracted or addicted to human attention so they don’t get excited when petted or groomed.
 
Miniature Guide

CALI – Mail Online

• Horses are naturally safety oriented, they look out for danger and guide their master along the safest and most efficient route avoiding obstacles.
 
Miniature Guide
link: THE GUIDE HORSE FOUNDATION

Categories
STYLE

One Horse Town

One Horse Town - Equestrian Inspired Outfit - Polyvore
Clockwise from the top:
1. Ladies Utility Jacket – barbour.com
2. Ray-Ban Aviator Large Metal Sunglasses – ray-ban.com
3. Burberry London Camel Horse Embroidered Scarf – stylebop.com
4. 7 For All Mankind Roxanne Classic Skinny Jeans – stylebop.com
5. Sam Edelman Parley Low Heel Chelsea Boot – asos.com
6. Current Elliot Bluejay The Scout Denim Top – stylebop.com

link POLYVORE

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ART & DESIGN

Sakir Gökçebag

These photo projects by Turkish artist Sakir Gökçebag are fantastic! He skillfully arranges and manipulates fruit into these visually dynamic geometric shapes and patterns. My favorite are his apple pieces but his other fruits are equally great. His other works include installations using umbrellas, toilet paper, shoes and various other materials. My horse and I would love to go to one of his exhibits.

Apples Series:

?akir Gökçeba? Exhibit

Sakir Gökçebag Exhibit

A03, C Print by ?akir Gökçeba?

A03, C Print. 2007 Ed.

A10, C Print by ?akir Gökçeba?

A10, C Print. 2007 Ed.

A12, C Print by ?akir Gökçeba?

A12, C Print. 2007 Ed.

A02, C Print by ?akir Gökçeba?

A02, C Print. 2007 Ed.

Apple Peach Series:

AP13, C Print by ?akir Gökçeba?

AP13, C Print. 2010 Ed.

AP16, C Print by ?akir Gökçeba?

AP16, C Print. 2010 Ed.

link SAKIR GÖKÇEBAG

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PLACES

Estancia La Candelaria

Estancia La Candelaria is a stunning luxury retreat I have been dreaming about. It is located 114.5 Km. outside of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The historic castle, designed by French architect Alberto Favre in 1894, will take you back in time whether you choose to stay in an opulent castle room, a rustic country-styled colonial room, a private bungalow at the edge of the woods or in the Dutch mill for the ultimate escape. Enjoy the fabulous cuisine, from traditional asados to creole and international recipes. For the horse lover, there is riding available as well as polo lessons, tennis, soccer, cycling and 18-hole golf course. This would definitely be a super vacation!

La Candelaria

La Candelaria

La Candelaria

La Candelaria

La Candelaria

La Candelaria

La Candelaria

La Candelaria

La Candelaria

link: Estancia La Candelaria