tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884Fri, 18 Dec 2009 02:21:31 +0000Blog site dedicated to helpful Ideas on the building and enjoying of Attractive, Functional, and Low Maintenance Horse facilities. These ideas will allow the Horse owner to spend MORE time RIDING and enjoy a thrilling Equine Lifestyle.http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)Blogger50125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-4430807481243883586Thu, 17 Dec 2009 22:32:00 +00002009-12-17T15:54:26.963-08:00Donations.HorseFundraising501(c)EquestrianHorse Re-HabSafe Haven Horse rescue<!-- Begin TwitThis (http://twitthis.com/) -->It is amazing when we think that the Horse population is larger in US than the early 20th Century.Good for us, as people who enjoy a close relationship with the HORSE, but bad for those horses who find themselves Abused and abandoned by their owners who just don't understand the responsibility when they acquire the noble steed.To the right Onyx as he http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/12/congratulations-to-safe-haven-horse.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-5941154833482940250Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:17:00 +00002009-08-21T10:57:55.633-07:00Mare MotelsBarns by Harrahshorse shelterPipe CorralsBlue Ribbon BarnsVideo introducing the Product line. We are now Manufacturing Mare Motels, Shelters and Pipe Corrals right on the premises.Material is high tensile 1 7/8 fully Galvanized Steel, supports are all cut and coped with full 360 degree Weld.Easy to transport to your Ranch and Self-Install.Our qualified, Licensed Crew are also available for InstallationLearn more by Visiting our Lenshttp://squidoo.com/http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/08/new-product-from-barns-by-harrahs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-7596896400566777238Mon, 13 Jul 2009 17:12:00 +00002009-07-13T10:23:40.748-07:00fiadorvaquerobosalMecate reinsBarnsbyHarrahs ModularBarnsAnother very Informative Video presented by John Brand of Buckaroo Leather. Visit John's always exciting Blog http://buckarooleather.infoJohn shows us in three parts the various styles and methods of using the Vaquero Style Fiador Throatlatch with your Rawhide Bosal and Mecate.Using the traditional training methods perfected by the Californio Vaquero tradition usually assure a well balanced and http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/07/part-1-how-to-fit-and-use-fiador.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-7134378254781488057Tue, 16 Jun 2009 13:34:00 +00002009-06-16T10:19:01.178-07:00horse fencingHorse safetyEquine businessHorse ownershiphorse careSafe and Affordable Horse Fencing is always a concern for the serious Horseman. This unique fencing system was introduced at the 2009 Western States Horse Expo, by Keith Johnston, owner of Tri-County Fence, located in Corning California.This system allow quality Fencing for so many terrain and elevation situations. Galvanized steel materials and easy installation makes this unique Product a http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/06/innovative-horse-products-from-western.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-3755163760428975187Sun, 07 Jun 2009 11:53:00 +00002009-06-07T04:53:21.104-07:00This Fourth in a series of a wonderful visit Shirley and I experienced at Buckaroo Leather and John Brand in Diamond Springs, California. Check out John's Video on http://youtube.com/buckaroojohn for more of the visit.We have been using Quality USA Raised Leather Tack form Buckaroo Leather for 25 years.http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/06/part-4-visit-to-buckaroo-leather.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-2932004028226788566Wed, 01 Apr 2009 14:13:00 +00002009-04-01T07:53:28.608-07:00Compostingequine fly controlmanure managementClean waterIncomeThe following article is from a good friend and associate, Peter Moon. Peter has perfected a Compost system system to be efficiently used for a Small "backyard Horse Operation" to a "Racetrack" size Facility.Contact Peter at this site and Mention Chuck Bartok in your Inquiry and beeligible for a nice DISCOUNTContact PeterPeter Moon : Many years ago, I was involved with an agricultural waste http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/04/composting-for-health-and-wealth-of.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-29796783029322133Wed, 25 Mar 2009 16:15:00 +00002009-03-25T10:04:08.321-07:00Horse diseaseHerbal remediesHorse respiratoryA Unique Herbal Treatment For Equine Respiratory DiseaseBy Jean Hofve, DVMSport and performance horses are extremely susceptible to lung disease. Even seemingly healthy horses are frequently affected. Studies have shown that 90-100% of sport horses tested have evidence of damage to their airways that can lead to Equine Reactive Airway Disease (RAD, also called Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/03/unique-herbal-treatment-for-equine.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-211514932477994813Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:51:00 +00002009-02-12T12:17:03.275-08:00Patienceresponsibilty of horse ownershiphorse wonershipcommunicationSpending most of my Adult life involved in the Horse Industry and have the privilege of owning some Fantastic Horse, one thing has always bothered me.Many "horse lovers" never take the time to realize the responsibility of assuming the Care Control and Custody of Large Prey Animal ...THE HORSEPhoto courtesy of http://columbiariverimages.comHorse Ownership is a huge responsibility, but offers http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/02/why-have-horse.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-3315100370437498877Fri, 06 Feb 2009 18:31:00 +00002009-02-06T11:06:24.499-08:00bitless ridingbridlesHorse trainingdressagebridlessbitless trainingJonathan BartokAlthough this Article focuses on the English Style of Riding and Dressage, those of us involved in the Western Disciplines can learn as well. My son Jonathan Bartok, Cutting Horse Trainer in Weatherford Texas, has always worked his horse with the lightest of contact. As a teenager he and his horse, Crow, enjoyed many events Bridless.Horse Control and the BitHorse Control and the BitBy Geraldine http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/02/horse-control-and-biting-how-much-is.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-7670837956665028722Fri, 23 Jan 2009 22:22:00 +00002009-02-04T09:13:47.129-08:00<!-- Begin TwitThis (http://twitthis.com/) -->Horse Business Climate 2009I am excited to see 2009 shaping up as being a bit Stronger for the Equine Industry. Fuel prices seem to be staying a bit lower, Gulf Oil CEO Joe PetrowskiIt will be nice to see larger Turnouts at the National and Local Horse Shows.To the right, John Stacy of Sunrise Show Horse at NationalsThose of us involved in the Horse http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/01/things-are-happening-in-equine-industry.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-3722149654253946001Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:41:00 +00002009-01-21T09:48:23.853-08:00Holistic Horse CareFlavorsImportance of Flavorshorse nutritionFive Element Feeding - Five FlavorsBy Dr. Madalyn Ward, DVMMost people think of food from only its nutritional value which they consider the same for every horse but when viewed energetically foods have different effects on different horses depending on their Five Element type. In addition to looking at foods from a standpoint of different types we should also look at what we feed our horses in http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/01/beginning-of-god-series-on-flavors-in.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-2655274131351168383Thu, 08 Jan 2009 16:40:00 +00002009-01-08T08:46:47.692-08:00western horse tackLeather horse tackBuckaroo leatherBreast collar fittingAll serious Western Performance Horseman will want to use this Innovative quality leather Tack Item. Keeping your Breast Collar in the right position always helps your horse perform at optimum levels and add balance and support to your athletic Horse. look at our supply of Over the wither Breast Collar Straps at Breast Collar Straphttp://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/01/how-to-properly-fit-your-breast-collar.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-918546632316413029Wed, 07 Jan 2009 01:31:00 +00002009-01-06T18:10:17.867-08:00protectionhorse boardingHorse businessHorse Boarding Contract - What You Need to Consider Before You SignBy Lynn WengerBefore signing that horse boarding contract, have you ever stopped to wonder what all that fine print actually means? Reading over the entire contract positions you as an informed consumer with a more complete understanding of your responsibilities. Below we will be discussing why you need to sign a contract, the http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/01/horse-boarding-contracts-what-you-need.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-2044854134724190145Thu, 01 Jan 2009 22:14:00 +00002009-01-02T08:22:52.437-08:00Snaffle BridleMecateMecate reinsslobber strapsMore great Information from Buckaroo John Brand at http://buckarooleather.com.The Snaffle Bit Bridle and the Cotton Mecatehave become a popular Combination with the Western Horseman for years.We have always used this combination starting young horse to keep them supple and soft of the mouth<!-- Begin TwitThis (http://twitthis.com/) --><!-- document.write('');//-->http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/01/how-to-tie-mecate-to-snaffle-bit-bridle.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-5630168595235785111Thu, 01 Jan 2009 18:06:00 +00002009-01-01T10:20:40.746-08:00One of the Joys of working with Horse and other animals it the learningprocess of our Own Control Abilities. Developing the ALPHA Mindset is critical in Animal Training but we as Business aspirants also must learn to create and exercise the Proper Mindset,The Alpha Mindset.The following article by Bruce Johnson points to the Importance ofAlpha Mindset in Horse training and this Video will help ushttp://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/01/training-you-and-your-horse-with-alpha.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-660191592503583731Thu, 01 Jan 2009 14:28:00 +00002009-01-01T06:28:44.803-08:00Enjoy this well presented Video By Buckaroo John Brand from Buckaroo Leather.The Mecate and Bosal Hackamore have been a Favorite for Western Horseman for hundred years, allowing a soft way to encourage a green horse into supple Maneuvershttp://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2009/01/how-to-tie-mecate-on-your-hackamore.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-2159354597722501229Thu, 11 Dec 2008 18:46:00 +00002008-12-11T11:04:58.584-08:00Horse ownershiphorse careResponsibilty<!-- Begin TwitThis (http://twitthis.com/) -->Horse ownership is the ultimate dream for many riders and horse enthusiasts. Some wait years for that dream to come true and when it finally does, it really is fantastic and rewarding but at the same time, a demanding experience.If you are lucky enough to find yourself in the position of looking to buy your very own first horse then you need to make http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2008/12/how-to-buy-your-first-your-horse-or.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-1979542952842817655Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:57:00 +00002008-12-11T10:37:18.592-08:00Great Video from Buckaroo John Brand at Buckaroo Leather. Wonderful Gift Idea for the Holidays http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2008/12/dove.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-803452612545518311Thu, 04 Sep 2008 19:19:00 +00002008-09-04T17:04:39.085-07:00TaxadvantagesIRSearn money for horsesHorse businessEver wonder....? According to the Internal Revenue Service, if your main objective is to make a profit, then you are considered a legitimate business. Many people involved within the horse industry often do not view their small horse operation as a business. They are surprised to learn that you do not have to own a large facility or have several years of experience to be considered an equine http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2008/09/hobby-or-business-defining-your-equine.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-8537408634492200632Wed, 03 Sep 2008 23:47:00 +00002008-09-04T16:46:42.483-07:00pasture managementfeedingHorsesmanure managementEquine LeukoencephalomalaciaWooblesMushroomshorse feedInteresting incident down the road regarding Mushrooms and Horses....A neighbor called a bit panicked a few days ago.One of her Young Kiger Geldings was having difficulty walking andwas acting very poorly. In a few hours two other Kiger gelding were experiencing the same Symptoms.Shauna called the Vet and it was determined after a few Blood Sample and analysis that the behavior could have been http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2008/09/mushrooms-horses-and-woobles-equine.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-5026465971427084063Sat, 30 Aug 2008 20:44:00 +00002008-08-30T14:00:56.210-07:00equine Tax advantagesIRSEquine businessProfitSaving moneyHorse businessGet some Facts regarding the IRS and Equestrian ActivitiesRichard B DicksCPA and Horse Business personThis call was LIVE on Wednesday, July 9 It's now in replay. Sign Up Below to listen to the replay! My favorite topic is Small business and the optimization of Net Income. Many horse owners have erroneous ideas and have listened to Hear-say regarding the Income Tax consequences and http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2008/08/teleseminar-worth-your-time.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-4030440516410694107Sat, 23 Aug 2008 16:49:00 +00002008-08-23T16:28:14.087-07:00ARTICLEURLAnother well presented article about Horse Nutrition and with the cost of feed today, we all want to know we are getting the Best value for our money. Also it is important to consider How You Feed Your Horse.Take a moment an watch the video below about a product I found at the western States Horse Expo, June 2008. Stable Grazer offer a proper regimen of feed dispersal and SAVES on http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2008/08/some-more-on-horse-nutrition-fall-is.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-7608295204676626858Fri, 22 Aug 2008 16:55:00 +00002008-08-22T10:25:45.529-07:00horse nutrition automatic feeder horse behaviorhorse feedThe Following is a great article regarding Horse NutritionIndications are conclusive that nutrition and behavior are closely tied.May seen obvious but many ignore the circumstances.At Australian Natural Health and Healing, we believe in natural feeding. This means that if possible, provide your horse with feed as natural as they can be, that is less processed and as close as possible to what a http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2008/08/horse-nutrition-some-interesting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-6109311488415204859Wed, 20 Aug 2008 10:22:00 +00002008-08-20T04:08:10.565-07:00Barns by HarrahsModular Barnshorse housingaffordable horse housingDateline Corning California, 96021The staff at Barns By Harrahs located 3489 Hwy 99W is happy to announce their Dealership agreement with Noble Panel and Gates, an established Manufacturer of quality Horse Confinement and Horse Housing products, Located in Oregon.Noble Panels and Gates will add Value to the Fine Inventory of Horse products offeredby Barn By Harrahs. Barns by Harrahs currently http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2008/08/barns-by-harrahs-announces-new-line-of.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23866884.post-8167392340940627690Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:15:00 +00002008-08-17T07:19:05.751-07:00performanceyoung horse conditioningsweet treatsHorse traininghorse nutritionBOZEMAN, Mont. -- Young horses may be easier to train if they temporarily lay off the sweets, says a Montana State University study where two-year-olds wore pedometers, wrist watches and Ace bandages. A commercial mixture of corn, oats, barley and molasses -- sometimes called "sweet grain" or "sweet feed" -- gives horses the glossy coat and lively spirit that makes them attractive to http://equine-barnyard.blogspot.com/2008/08/sweets-make-young-horses-harder-to.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Chuck Bartok)0