Kissing Spine (KSS), is the overriding or impinging of the dorsal spinous processes (DSPs). This means that either two or more vertebrae (DSPs) are touching or overlapping (Turner 2011). There are five different areas of the horse’s spine, including the cervical vertebrae, the thoracic vertebrae, the lumbar vertebrae, the sacral vertebrae, and the coccygeal vertebrae…. [Read More]
Benefits of the Cold Saltwater Spa
The cold saltwater spa works as a means of hydrotherapy. The spa is used more for healing, or recovery after a long workout, and the following information, according to CET Equine Spas and also a scientific article by Dr. Paul Van Dam, explains the effectiveness of the spa, how it can be beneficial to the… [Read More]
Caring for your Horse this Winter
Winter time horse care can be a tricky and even somewhat daunting ordeal times, especially when temperatures are particularly bitter. Here are a few important things to consider as we move into this chilly season… Food and Water: Fiber digestion is what keeps your horse warm when the weather gets cold. During especially frigid times… [Read More]
Don’t Want To Spend Another Cold Winter On The Farm? List Now, and Take Great Photos!
If you’ve been thinking about selling your Pennsylvania horse farm, NOW is the time to get it on the market! 2017’s low housing inventory means that buyers are eagerly snapping up well-priced real estate, and selling your farm this fall means you don’t have to spend another winter chopping ice out of water troughs. If… [Read More]
Spring Is Here, Get Ready To List Your PA Horse Farm!
Springtime is perfect for new beginnings, and if you’ve been thinking about selling your Pennsylvania horse property, now is the time. Especially if you want to sell your farm before winter comes back around, early spring is an excellent time to get it on the market. Buyers who took a break during the colder months… [Read More]
Is Your PA Horse Property Ready For Colder Weather?
Fall has flown by, and winter is coming quickly to Pennsylvania. Cold temperatures, ice, snow, and mud can make horsekeeping hard, but preparing your PA horse farm before bad weather hits can help make the cold, dark days of winter pass with a little more ease. Making sure you have enough hay stockpiled in your… [Read More]
The End of Dana Point Farm’s Thoroughbred Legacy
Since 2008, Dana Point Farm in Berks County, PA has dominated the Pennsylvania thoroughbred breeding industry. Owned by Gayle Gerth and operated by barn manager Maria Vorhauer, Dana Point quickly became the gold standard in racehorse breeding, foaling, training, and sales. The 60 acre Lenhartsville, PA facility has stood multiple winning stallions over the years, including… [Read More]
2016 Olympic Equestrian Teams Named
The outstanding horses and riders that will represent the USA in this year’s Summer Olympics have been selected, some of them even hailing from our home state of Pennsylvania. From August 5-19, the best riders in Show Jumping, Eventing, and Dressage will compete for the gold medal on a global stage. Four horse and rider… [Read More]
Equestrian Estate Available in Nazareth, PA
Do you dream of looking out your window at endless acres of beautiful fields and woods? Long for the feeling of being “in the middle of nowhere” but still close to shopping and other necessities? This property in Nazareth, PA may be your dream come true! Situated on over 12 pristine acres, the custom home… [Read More]
60 Acre Breeding Farm For Sale in Eastern PA
Are you seeking the perfect facility to relocate or expand your horse breeding program? Look no further than Dana Point Farm! This 60 acre equine paradise has everything an equestrian businessperson could desire. With a total of 52 stalls in 2 barns, 15 extensive pastures with run-in sheds and automatic waterers, an impressive office,… [Read More]
Keeping Your Horse Cool In the Heat Of Summer
By Brigita McKelvie We all enjoy our horses during the summer, but the heat during this time of year can be dangerous for horses. It can result in dehydration, lethargy, and severe heat stress causing diarrhea or colic. Here are some hot weather tips to help your horses survive the summer heat: 1- Provide fresh,… [Read More]
Protecting Your Well and Septic System
Most PA horse properties are serviced not by city water and sewage systems, but by individual wells and septic systems. These systems take some special care and management, and if you have horses or other livestock, you should take certain measures to make sure your well doesn’t become contaminated and your septic system stays functioning… [Read More]