http://www.fivestarranch.com/ Horse site dedicated to equestrian matters. Keeping horses, horse equipment, horse training, and horse ranch vacation reviews en-us Copyright 2008, Five Star Ranch, All Rights Reserved. 2008-01-26-10:55:38+00:00 Five Star Ranch hourly 1 1970-01-01 00:00+00:00 http://www.fivestarranch.com/images/5starranch_logo1.gif http://fivestarranch.com/ http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/arena-footing.html?from=rss A horse owner lays out her thought process in selecting arena footing for her new riding arena. The footing you select for your arena is an important step in your horses health. The type of footing and the depth of footing can mean the difference between strained tendons and healthy joints. Five Star Ranch 2008-01-26 10:55:00+00:00 Horse Arena Footing Considerations http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/fence-safety.html?from=rss Good fences make good horse owners. This article is a must read for anyone considering a fence project for horses. We provide great safety tips based on years of horse experience. Five Star Ranch 2007-11-29 10:55:00+00:00 Horse Fence Building, Fencing Design and Fence Safety Tips http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/horse-fence.html?from=rss Horse fencing options is almost as varied as horse breeds. This article explores the options providing advantages and disadvantages of the type of fence. Five Star Ranch 2007-11-29 10:55:00+00:00 Horse Fences - Pros and Cons of Common Horse Fencing Options http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/arthritis-care.html?from=rss My 30 year old horse has arthritis. I've been trying different joint treatments from injections to creams with some promising results. Five Star Ranch 2007-10-29 10:55:00+00:00 Managing Arthritis Joint Pain in Older Horses http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/saddleseatcovers.html?from=rss This is a creature comfort story - but if you ride horses, here is some info that will make your ride more comfy. Five Star Ranch 2007-10-29 10:55:00+00:00 Saddle Seat Pads and the Wimp http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/English-ridingboots.html?from=rss I recently stumbled upon something that really improved my riding. I tested out a new pair of riding boots that gave me a more stable foundation. Five Star Ranch 2007-10-25 10:55:00+00:00 How a new pair of riding boots improved my riding http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/friesian-keuring.html?from=rss Friesian horses are one of the most beautiful breeds in the world. This article is full of gorgeous photos of Friesian horses at their recent Keuring in Ft Collins Colorado Five Star Ranch 2007-10-22 10:55:00+00:00 Friesian Horse Keuring Pictures from Ft Collins Colorado http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/duderanch-vacation.html?from=rss There are dude ranch vacations to fit everyone in your family. This article explains about the different types of ranches and equips you with the right questions to ask so you can find the best ranch vacation for your needs. Five Star Ranch 2007-01-31 10:55:00+00:00 How to pick the Best Dude Ranch Vacation for you http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/horse-friends.html?from=rss Horses are magical creatures that add beauty, peace, and harmony in our hectic lives. Here's a top ten list of reasons to love them. Five Star Ranch 2007-01-31 10:55:00+00:00 Top 10 Reasons to Love Horses http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/favoritehorsevideos.html?from=rss Here's a collection of "clean" favorite horse videos you can share with your family. Includes the famous cat herding commercial and other horse videos that will make you smile. Five Star Ranch 2007-01-31 10:55:00+00:00 Favorite Horse Videos http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/horse-rescue.html?from=rss The amazing story of the Netherlands horse rescue where 100 stranded horses are led to safety after spending three days on a sliver of land. The video will bring happy tears to your eyes. Five Star Ranch 2007-01-19 10:55:00+00:00 Netherlands Horse Rescue http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/horse-blankets.html?from=rss Horse Blankets have gone high tech. New ones come in every color of the rainbow and are made to give with the horse. New materials keep your horsey friends warmer and more comfortable when the temperature drops. Five Star Ranch 2007-01-19 10:55:00+00:00 Horse Blankets for Warmth and Fashion http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/horse-grasslands.html?from=rss If you live near Dallas and love to trail ride with your horse, you might want to try out LBJ Grasslands as a destination. Five Star Ranch 2006-11-26 10:55:00+00:00 Trip Report to LBJ Grasslands http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/spookclinic.html?from=rss Does your horse spook easily? This clinic may be for you. Horse desensitization training helps you build a better relationship with your horse. Five Star Ranch 2006-11-23 10:55:00+00:00 Horse De-Spook Clinic http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/horse-colors.html?from=rss Horses come in so many colors its hard for the novice horse lover to not confuse them. Here's a simple primer that spells out the different horse colors. Five Star Ranch 2006-11-23 10:55:00+00:00 Horse Colors http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/trail-manners.html?from=rss Knowing how to act on a trail will make you a welcome partner on the next trail ride. Here are a few tips to make social riding more fun. Five Star Ranch 2006-10-10 10:55:00+00:00 Horse Trail Etiquette http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/indoor-arena.html?from=rss Ever dreamed of owning your own indoor riding arena? This article stimulates your arena options. Five Star Ranch 2006-09-12 10:55:00+00:00 Indoor horse riding arena http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/horse-retirement.html?from=rss Sometimes deciding when to retire your horse is an obvious decision. Some times horses "fade" into retirement. This article lays out horse retirement options. Five Star Ranch 2006-09-12 10:55:00+00:00 Senior Horse Retirement http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/grooming-supplies.html?from=rss Summer is bath time for horses. This article provides great tips on getting the most of your horses bath, including how to beat sun bleached coats. Five Star Ranch 2006-09-12 10:55:00+00:00 Horse Bath Grooming Kit http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/horse-names.html?from=rss If you believe that a horse's name reflects the horse's personality, you'll love this article. Here is a list of names no horse should be called. Five Star Ranch 2006-09-12 10:55:00+00:00 Horse Names To Avoid http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/friesian-horse.html?from=rss Friesian horses have become one of the most popular horse breeds in North America. Come learn more about this legendary breed and why its popularity continues to rise. Five Star Ranch 2006-09-12 10:55:00+00:00 Friesian Horse Fantasy - a breed for sport and beauty http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/natural-horsemanship.html?from=rss Natural horsemanship training is all about communicating with the horse. Horse whisperers use body language and horse psychology to motivate the horse. Five Star Ranch 2006-09-12 10:55:38+00:00 Natural Horsemanship Training - Horse Whisperer 101 http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/trailriding.html?from=rss Horse trail riding has become a popular sport. It's a great way to enjoy nature and spend time with friends and family. Five Star Ranch 2006-09-12 10:55:00+00:00 Horse Trail Riding Family Fun http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/horse-trailer.html?from=rss In the market to buy a horse trailer? This article includes a list of questions to ask yourself to help make your purchase decision a happy one. Five Star Ranch 2006-02-19 15:07:00+00:00 Horse Trailer Buying http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/breeding.html?from=rss Horse breedingcan be fun, or it can be a nightmare. This article helps the horseman to consider the pros and cons of raising a colt or filly of your own. Five Star Ranch 2006-01-03 17:07:00+00:00 Horse Breeding http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/seniorcare.html?from=rss Tips on senior horse care. How to keep your senior horse living a longer and more productive life. Includes a checklist of elder horse care activities to include senior nutrition, dental care, exercise and joint supplements. Five Star Ranch 2006-01-02 17:07:00+00:00 Senior Horse Care http://www.fivestarranch.com/articles/kid-horse.html?from=rss Kids love horses. They dream of them, pretend they are them, and love pony rides. Here's practical advice if you're considering taking the next step of getting your kid a horse. Five Star Ranch 2006-01-02 17:07:00+00:00 Kids and horses