We have the privilege of working with many horses here at Oak Hill Acres. One thing that surprises people is how horses can be very similar to children and have behavioral issues. They can be rebellious, defiant, and even give us attitudes. Just...
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It’s A No Brainer Horses Are Smart One of my favorite parts of my day is looking across our property and seeing the horses trotting peacefully through the meadow. I am overwhelmed by these majestic beings that I have come to know and love...
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Age is Just a Number, But Here Are Three Things To Watch For! At Oak Haven Acres, we have a deep love for horses. Our business caters to the ones that are older and often more challenging to manage. They have health problems, and they don’t get...
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Some Horses Will Test You – Some Will Teach You It’s always a gorgeous day at Oak Haven Acres. I spend most of my time here because it’s my happy place (and the horses). I don’t see it as coming to work, because I love what I do. There are...
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Dealing with an equine can be challenging, but with those encounters come some gratifying moments. Unfortunately, the industry is full of many myths about horses. We want to set the record straight. After working with these beautiful animals for...
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10 Equine Preparation Tips For The Spring Season There’s still a chill in the morning air here in North Carolina, but soon the atmosphere will be warm and delightful. Winter will be just a fading memory as spring ushers in a change of...
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Your horse is a lot like you. Humans can experience trauma that can affect them for life and the same can be said of horses. They come from all walks of life, and some have had difficult pasts. What we have found from years of working with them...
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The Intriquite Heat Regulation System of A Horse When the cold winter winds blow, you are concerned about your animals. Did you know that horses have a build-in regulation system that keeps them comfortable regardless of the temperature? It’s...
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During the colder seasons, you change your shoes to accommodate the weather. Did you ever really stop and think about the shoes on your horse? Though you don’t change them for the seasons, they are essential to protect their hooves. You are...
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Things You Never Knew About The Majestic Horse As springtime approaches in North Carolina, many people are eager to get outside and spend time in the great outdoors. Animals awaken from their slumber, and horses are anxious to frolic in the...
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How A Horse’s Vision Differs from Ours More Than Meets the Eye The eyes of a horse are quite expressive. Unlike our eyes, a horse can see almost 360 degrees. Part of their incredible sight range is due to the position of their large eyes. Your...
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Head-To-Hoof: Early Detections for Common Aging Problems When we are concerned with the health of our senior equines, we turn to Dr. Jake, our resident veterinarian, for assistance. These days, we see horses reach 25 to 30 years, but many can...
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