Rooted Farm & Forge

11/19/2025

Source: Sports Illustrated

Anita Ellis is no stranger to the winner's circle in barrel racing. She has nearly $1 million in EquiStat earnings and a lenghty win record in the aged events.

11/12/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes This Veterans Day 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication. Your service protects the freedoms we cherish, and your legacy inspires us every day.

To all veterans like my husband, including those in our community and among our customers we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Your strength and commitment remind us what it means to serve something greater than ourselves.

🎖️ As a small token of appreciation, we’re offering $10 off our services to all veterans today. If you are a Veteran please share a photo below.

With gratitude,
Rooted Farm and Forge

10/28/2025

We truly have the best clients and we always love to hear feedback.

I've been using John as my farrier for my horses and my boarders horses since 2021. I'm very picky…

10/10/2025

Tip of the Day: Consistency Builds Confidence 🐎
Always use the same cues and commands during training—horses thrive on routine and clear communication.

Here’s a deeper look into this essential horse training principle:

🧠 Why Consistency Matters
Horses are highly responsive to patterns. When you use consistent voice commands, body language, and timing, your horse learns faster and feels more secure. For example, always saying “whoa” in a calm tone while gently applying rein pressure teaches your horse to associate that cue with stopping.

✅ How to Apply It
- Same cues, same tone: Don’t switch between “stop” and “whoa”—pick one and stick with it.
- Routine builds trust: Begin each session with familiar groundwork to ease your horse into learning mode.
- Reward reliably: Use treats, praise, or rest immediately after the desired behavior to reinforce it.

🐴 Bonus Tip: Groundwork First
Before saddle work, spend time on groundwork like leading, lunging, and desensitization. It builds respect and sets the tone for a productive ride.

09/17/2025

How Many Horses, Ponies, Mules, Burros And Donkeys Are In The United States?

In 2012, the U.S. Census Bureau placed the number of these animals living on farms at 3,913,938. This represented a decrease from 4,028,827 animals reported by the U.S. Census Bureau in 2007.

The 2012 figures include 3,621,348 horses and ponies living on 504,795 farms, or an average of 7.2 horses per location.

There were 292,590 mules, burros and donkeys living on 98,379 farms in 2012, an average of 3 animals per farm.

The Census Bureau definition of a farm is a place that sells $1,000 of agricultural products annually.

—Changes in the U.S. Equine Industry Report, 1998-2015, U.S. Department of Agriculture

09/05/2025

One of my old favorites. Good morning!!

09/05/2025

🐴 Calling All Horse Lovers! 🐴
Whether you ride, rescue, race, or simply admire from afar—we want to hear YOUR horse story.

✨ Do you have a majestic mare who changed your life?
📸 A photo of your favorite trail ride?
💬 A memory that still makes you smile?

Drop it in the comments or tag us in your post! Let’s celebrate the beauty, strength, and soul of these incredible animals together.

👇 Share your story, your horse, or your heart. Let’s build a community that gallops together.

08/30/2025

🐴 Horse Fact of the Week
Did you know a horse’s teeth take up more space in its head than its brain?
Yep—those chompers are serious business! 🦷🧠

Next time your horse gives you that “I know everything” look… just remember who’s really running the show. 😉 Don't forget to have their teeth floated!

👉 Share this with your horse-loving friends and give them something to smile about!

HorseFacts

08/26/2025

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08/15/2025

Here’s a peek at the payout for the 100x Barrel Race & Worship Event next weekend 👀

There is NO entry fee - just attend worship to enter up to 2 horses! Join us!

08/11/2025

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08/10/2025

Watch till the end lol