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Family Friendly horse boarding facility that provides full care boarding, riding instructors, access to trails, and several other opportunities to enrich the lives of your equine family members!

08/21/2025

With heavy hearts, we share that Dax, one of the sweetest and most gentle horses in our Coyote Creek family, has passed away. Dax was more than just a horse—he was a true gentle giant with a heart as big as his presence. He brought joy, comfort, and confidence to everyone who had the privilege of interacting with him.

Godspeed, Dax. You will always be remembered and deeply missed.

— The Coyote Creek Stables Family

08/18/2025

Lesson Horse Spotlight!
Meet Jade — a half-Thoroughbred, half-Mustang mare who’s been with us at Coyote Creek Stables for the past three years. She’s known for helping students build confidence while learning the basics.

Jade typically does one lesson a day and enjoys plenty of downtime in her stall and out in the pasture. She loves belly scratches, leans into the curry comb during grooming, and never turns down a good nap. Her itchy tummy keeps everyone busy — and she’s not shy about letting you know when she wants attention.

When it comes to treats, carrots are her favorite. And somehow, she’s often the cleanest horse in the barn — even after a muddy Texas downpour.

Jade may have her quirks, but they’re part of what makes her such a special part of our program.

07/01/2025

Lesson Horse Spotlight:

Meet Gus, our calm and clever Quarter Horse mix who's become a barn favorite for building confidence in riders of all ages.

He works just a few lessons a week — always followed by a bath and plenty of love. He has a special talent for knowing when someone’s had a rough day — and has a gentle personality to facilitate a therapeutic outlet for riders.

When he’s not helping someone gain their riding confidence, you’ll find him napping in a pile of hay, goofing off with his pasture buddies, or playing in the mud.

Gus is more than just a lesson horse —
he’s a teammate, a teacher, and a rider favorite.

06/23/2025

Why Do Riding Lessons Cost So Much? Let’s break it down…

Behind every 30- or 60-minute riding lesson is a 24/7 commitment to horse care — and the reality is, horses are expensive to maintain, especially here in the Dallas–Fort Worth area.

Here’s a look at the true MONTHLY costs of caring for just one horse:

🌾 Hay (0.75–1.5 bales/day): $180–$360/month
🥣 Grain & Supplements: $80–$300/month
🛏️ Shavings: $100–$125/month
💧 Water and Electricity
👩‍🌾 Daily Labor
🧰 Supplies & Maintenance: $50/month
🏡 Boarding in DFW: $600–$1,200/month (depending on care level)

➡️$1,300–$1,800+ per month, per horse — before lessons, training, tack, property maintenance, or staff costs are even factored in.

Then there are the YEARLY health expenses:
🐴 Farrier (every 4–6 weeks): $1,200–$2,000/year
💉 Vaccinations & Deworming: $200–$500/year
🦷 Dentistry: $200/year
🧬 Medications, joint care, chiropractic, emergencies: $500–$1,200+/year

➡️ Total yearly cost per horse: $2,500–$6,400+, and often more if specialized care or emergencies are needed.

So when you sign up for lessons, you’re not just paying for time in the saddle —
you're helping support:
✅ 24/7 horse care
✅ Expert staff
✅ Safe, well-maintained facilities
✅ The long-term health and happiness of the incredible animals we ride

We’re passionate about making horses accessible while still delivering excellent care — thank you for supporting lesson barns and the work we do! 🐎❤️

06/13/2025

🌞🐴 Summer Horse Camps with Devin Smith at Coyote Creek Stables! 🐴🌞

Looking for an unforgettable experience for your young horse lover? Trainer Devin Smith is offering a series of small-group horse camps this summer—perfect for all level riders ready to learn, ride, and connect with horses in a fun, hands-on environment!

🏕️ Camp Highlights:
✔️ Daily horse care & grooming
✔️ Individual riding time each day
✔️ Fun horse-themed crafts
✔️ Learn horse anatomy, cleaning, and care
✔️ Final day Exhibition & Awards Ceremony

📅 Camp Dates & Details:
Ages 7–11:
• June 16–19
• June 23–26

Ages 12–17:
• June 30–July 3
• July 14–17 (Barrel Racing Camp – starts at 6:30 AM)
• July 28–31 (Barrel Racing Camp – starts at 6:30 AM)

💲 Cost: $500 per camper
📌 Camps run 8 AM – 12 PM (except Barrel Camps: 6:30–10:30 AM)
👥 Spots are limited to 6 campers per session!

📝 Reserve your spot now!
A 50% non-refundable deposit is required at sign-up, with the balance due at drop-off on Day 1. In case of weather cancellations, deposits will be applied to private lessons.

📧 Message Devin Smith, email [email protected]
or call 972-370-4730 directly to sign up and secure your camper’s spot! Don’t wait—these fill up fast!

📍 Located at Coyote Creek Stables

05/26/2025

We got really heavy rain last night finally, it's a muddy mess but we needed it! And yes all the horses are rolling in the mud and having fun

03/06/2025

🌿🐴 Spring Cleaning at Coyote Creek Stables – Volunteers Needed! 🧹✨

Hey everyone! It’s time for our annual Spring Cleaning Day at Coyote Creek Stables, and we need your help! 🌞

📅 Book: LINK IN COMMENTS
📍 Location: Coyote Creek Stables

We’ll be tackling some much-needed barn maintenance—cleaning feed buckets, organizing tack, wiping down stalls, and tidying up the paddocks. No experience needed, just a willingness to help! 💪

What to Bring:
✔️ Comfortable clothes that can get dirty
✔️ Water and snacksks
✔️ Gloves (work gloves)
✔️ A great attitude!

All supplies will be provided, and we’ll have a task list so everyone can work independently. This is a great way to give back, enjoy some barn time, and meet fellow horse lovers!

Comment below or message us if you can make it. We appreciate your help in keeping the barn clean and safe for our horses! 🐎💙

01/13/2025

🌟 Trainer Spotlight: Devin Smith 🌟

With over 20 years of riding experience, Devin Smith is dedicated to igniting a passion for horses and life in her students. Her mission is to provide lessons that go beyond the saddle, empowering riders to live courageously and connect deeply with themselves and their horses.

Specialties:
🐴 Western & English Riding
🐴 Horse Training
🐴 Beginner Riders
🐴 Beginner Horsemanship
🐴 Horse Camps (Next: Dec 30–Jan 3)

Devin’s equestrian journey began when she was just 8 years old. After moving from the city to a rural area, she saw horses for the first time and instantly fell in love. She left her other extracurriculars behind and devoted herself fully to horseback riding.

“Horses became my life,” Devin shares. “While I connected with people, it was the horses that truly understood me. They saw my heart and soul, and all they wanted was a friend and leader. That connection shaped who I am today.”

Devin’s passion was nurtured by her mother, whose unwavering support allowed her to pursue her dreams. Over the years, Devin has studied both English and Western riding, including disciplines like Hunter Jumper, Reining, Barrel Racing, and Pole Bending. She’s also delved into equine diet, physiology, psychology, and training methods, learning countless life lessons along the way.

Now, Devin is on a mission to share her knowledge and love for horses. Her lessons offer a peaceful space where riders can grow, learn, and have fun.

📞 Contact Devin: 972-370-4730
🌐 Learn More: devine-equine-education.com

01/09/2025

Winter Wonderland at Coyote Creek Stables ❄️

The first snowfall has arrived, and our horses are staying warm and cozy in their colorful blankets! 🐴✨ There’s something magical about seeing them out in the pastures with the snow falling gently around them.

We’d like to give a heartfelt thank-you to our amazing sponsors for their generous donations of winter blankets for our lesson horses. Your kindness ensures our hard-working equine friends stay comfortable all season long. ❤️

A huge shoutout to our team for ensuring all our four-legged friends are comfortable and cared for this winter. We couldn’t do it without you!

Have you captured any snowy moments at the stables? Share your photos in the comments below—we’d love to see your snapshots of this winter wonderland!

Stay safe and enjoy the peaceful beauty of the stables during this snowy season!

01/06/2025

❄️ Winter Update from Coyote Creek Stables ❄️

Good news—only one broken pipe this morning, and the trough heaters in the pastures are working great!

🌡️ Friendly Reminder: If you see water on a slow drip, especially in the wash bays, please do not turn it off. This helps prevent freezing and keeps everything running smoothly.

Thank you for your cooperation, and stay warm out there! 🐴✨

01/03/2025

🌟 Trainer Spotlight: Jennifer Spencer 🌟

Specialties:
🐴 Western & English Riding
🐴 Horse Training
🐴 Show Production

Jennifer Spencer grew up riding, showing, teaching and training Hunter Jumpers on the east coast. After high school she worked under Gary Duffy and Little Brook Farm at some of the nation’s top Hunter Jumper shows. She moved to Texas for college and branched into training colts for all-around and western pleasure careers. Since then, she has been teaching students in both English and Western riding. She spent the last 20 summers as head wrangler at City Kids Wilderness Project in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. There she maintains a string of 10 horses, and has taught over 1600 children and adults to ride, and successfully led them into the wilderness.

Jen and her husband Randy currently operate J.L.S. Horse Training in the Dallas area. Put their 38 years of experience to work for you! Her gentle techniques make fun lessons for riders of all ages.

📞 Contact Jen: 307- 739 - 4303

Address

3111 Morton Vale Road
Plano, TX
75074

Telephone

+14693963329

Website

http://bit.ly/coyotecreekstables

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