Helpful Links

Links open in a new window

www.forloveofthedog.com
Allison Thomas, our daughter and a passionate dog lover, founded this company to offer dogs first-rate health care with a select number of Dr. Thomas' Herbal Solutions. Allison has an interesting blog, good stories and a guardian corner for donations, adoptions and connections to rescues.
www.naturalhorsetalk.com
This is a truly exciting talk show with Lisa Ross-Williams interviewing guest experts in both natural horse care and horsemanship. You can freely roam Lisa’s site and listen to past interviews very easily. Lisa’s site is designed to educate horse owners to a more natural approach to horses.
www.bitlessbridle.com
Dr. Robert Cook, Professor of Surgery Emeritus at Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine has created the first bitless bridle that follows the physics of natural movement of the horse’s head. The only bitless bridle I have seen that allows the rider to communicate with their horse by painless pressure that is distributed around the whole of the head.
www.hoofrehab.com
This is the website of Pete Ramey, the master barefoot trimmer and instructor of countless hundreds of trimmers, farriers, veterinarians and horse guardians. His website stores a wealth of information contained in a variety of his articles to help the trimmer, at any experience level, deal with all hoof problems, including the most frightening. You will also be able to locate an experienced trimmer on this website and purchase his essential book: “Making Natural Hoof Care Work for You
www.naturalhorse.com
Natural Horse Magazine – dedicated to your horse is the title of a magazine that should be an essential read for all of us that want a place to go and find information to naturally care for our horse companions. This is the only magazine that I read the From the Editor section first in every issue. Randi Peters, the editor, always speaks from her heart about issues that are essential for the well-being of horses where all too often “such issue"’ are presented with political tact. You can expect to find something in every issue that will help you take care of your horse more naturally and effectively.
www.markrashid.com
Mark Rashid is an extraordinarily compassionate natural horse trainer. He emphasizes rewarding The Try from the horse, not just rewarding the complete “answer” to the question being presented to the horse he is working with during training. Every time I watch Mark relating to a horse, on one of his exquisitely done videos, I am inspired to Find The Try.
www.rayhunt.com
Ray Hunt is a true gentleman in the natural horse world. If you don’t know about Ray Hunt please visit his website so that you might see a true master in the art of natural horsemanship. Mr. Hunt has a bonus for us on his site, which connects us to another legend, the late Tom Dorrance. To know that Ray Hunt, Tom Dorrance and Tom’s late brother Bill Dorrance have been relating for almost three centuries collectively, personally gives me hope for horses and a possibility for all of us to have a caring relationship with these beautiful creatures.
www.eclectic-horseman.com
This is one of the finest magazines available to help us relate to our horses on the ground and in the saddle in a more gentle, effective and willing manner. In each issue, I learn something of value to me and my horse. The articles are written by some of the finest horsemen/women in the country and the black and white photography is truly astounding.  Many of the photographs are by Emily Kitching, Eclectic Horseman’s editor, owner and chief. I recommend that you subscribe to this extraordinary magazine and definitely do not miss out on the website experience.
www.aanhcp.net
Use this website to locate a barefoot trimmer.  If you do not find anyone listed in your area then click the link to contact the AANHCP and request someone. New certified practitioners are becoming available virtually evryday.
www.habitatforhorses.org
Habitat for Horses is a fine nonprofit rescue service providing care for over 250 horses (seized by law enforcement agencies due to severe abuse and neglect) through extensive foster care and sanctuary. They have an active adoption system, an equine education center and equine assisted services for youth and adults.  These people are promoting a caring relationship between people and horses and they are making a difference!
www.equinection.org
This Equine Experiential Learning Center, located in Green Mountain, NC, is focused on the life lessons that we can learn from horses.  Workshops, private sessions, custom programs and speaking engagements are all available to assist in personal development through equine relationships.
unwantedhorsecoalition.org
The Unwanted Horse Coalition is a broad alliance of equine organizations joined together to reduce the number of unwanted horses through education on the health, safety and responsible care and disposition of these horses. Included on the Resources page is a list of facilities that accept horses with a locator for every state.
coachingwithhorses.com
Coaching with horses offers a number of programs designed to develop heart based leadership, emotional intelligence and authentic expression for individuals and groups through working with horses. There is also a good selection of articles, books and a free newsletter offered by Kathy Pike.
equinewellnessmagazine.com
Equine Wellness Magazine is an excellent, readable, and informative resource for horse caretakers.  It gives caretakers the choices they’re looking for and empowers them with leading edge information on: Natural diet, supplements, training, medicines and therapies and so much more!