Equine Gratitude – As the brisk winds of November skirts through the trees, we say goodbye to the remaining fall leaves. Everyone at Oak Haven Acres prepares for the chilly winter months. Although we don’t get much snow, it gets cold...
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Horses are very intuitive creatures by nature, but some go as far as to say that some horses are psychic. While I’m not ready to make that leap and put them into the mystic world, I will say that I am astounded by the things I’ve witnessed. I’ve...
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Supernatural Horse Encounters – The glowing grins of the jack o’ lanterns remind us that Halloween has arrived at the Oak Haven Acres Horse Farm. Crisp autumn air whispers through the falling leaves as if they are sharing secrets from...
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What to Expect When Your Horse is Expecting When spring arrived at Oak Haven Acres, it was a welcome reprieve from winter’s cold and rainy days. Summer will soon grace us with balmy times that are perfect for horseback riding and sipping...
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The Long Goodbye: Dealing With Equine Dementia It never ceases to amaze us how similar horses are to humans. At Oak Haven Acres, we are blessed to love and care for our equine residents and observe their habits each day. It’s no wonder that...
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A Horse Named Polly We’re facing times of great uncertainty in our country, but our care for the equines we have at Oak Haven Acres never waivers. They remain our top priority. I’ve told you before that it’s hard for me to watch the videos or see...
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Racehorse Retirement: What Are the Options? Who doesn’t love a day at the races? No wonder it’s a $4 billion industry. Watching these thoroughbreds’ run down the track to a victory is a favorite pastime of many. What most don’t realize is that...
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With all the talk about coronavirus, I find myself wondering if it’s something that can affect equines. Since I am responsible for so many horses daily, I need the facts to ensure we always keep them safe. While we have never had an issue of...
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A Lineage Of Love: Caring For Horses Have you ever had the chance to watch a horse as they eat their food? It’s quite a relaxing experience. My world can be quite chaotic at times, but I always try to make it to the barn to listen and observe...
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The Dark Horse: Recognizing Equine Depression If you or a loved one has ever battled depression, you are probably familiar with the numb, helpless feelings it creates. Although medical experts do not fully understand human depression, they say...
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Although horses cannot talk like Mr. Ed in the classic sitcom, they can hear and reveal emotion. A horse’s body language reveals much of what they are thinking. They communicate with expressions in their eyes and ears. You would be...
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A Season Of Thanks at Oak Haven Acres Horse Retirement It’s the time of year when we reflect on all of our blessings. At Oak Haven Acres, we embrace the season of thanks. We are continually adding new horses to our pastures and enjoy...
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