Turning Point Equine Services

03/13/2025

03/09/2025

We will be hosting a hay competition this summer! 🚜🌱💪

Just as soon as my hay is ready come one, come all. You’ll get lots of practice as we put up 1,000 bales. :)

12/24/2024

Pet your horse. And be thoughtful when you do.

Some people do not pet on their horses enough.

Some people do it too much, and render their touch meaningless to the horse.

Some people lack consideration when they do: they smack the horse's neck or shoulder, a gesture that to me is far more about letting everyone else know your horse did something well than letting him know he did.

Touch is for the receiver, not the giver. Be aware when you pet your horse what it means to him. Be aware if his body softens or tenses. Be aware if he leaves mentally or is drawn more strongly to you.

Meaningful touch should encompass comfort, encouragement and support. It should cause the horse to seek you more and become more engaged with you. It should bring about focus and relaxation of both mind and body.

Touch, when done well, can act as a magnet for the horse's brain, appearing to magically center his thoughts and bring them back to the present moment.

When done poorly, touch can push a horse deep down within themselves, or far away to a place where the horse can mentally feel safe.

Pet your horse, but think about him when you do.

12/21/2024

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12/16/2024

Did you know horseback riding burns calories? (Yes, even when you’re just holding on for dear life during a trot!)
This calorie chart breaks it down...
✔️ Walking your horse? That’s cardio.
✔️ Trotting? Burn, baby, burn.
✔️ Barn chores? Hello, CrossFit with hay bales.

Find out just how fit horses can make you—because who needs a gym when you’ve got a 1,000-pound personal trainer or a few!
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