Blue Apple Ranch http://www.blueappleranch.org Horses heard. Lives changed. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:38:02 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.2 Blue Apple is GFAS Accredited!http://www.blueappleranch.org/2012/03/01/blue-apple-ranch-is-gfas-accredited/ http://www.blueappleranch.org/2012/03/01/blue-apple-ranch-is-gfas-accredited/#comments Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:09:32 +0000 Blue Apple Ranch http://www.blueappleranch.org/?p=213 Continue reading →]]>

We are happy to announce Blue Apple Ranch is now officially accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS). GFAS has established clear, specific standards for the humane care of various species in captive facilities and for sanctuary governance and operational issues. This prestigious honor has only been given to 7 locations in the state of California and only 51 in the United Sates.

As honorees, donors and foundations can rely on GFAS to objectively verify that animal sanctuaries are providing animals the standards of care that they deserve. To learn more visit www.sanctuaryfederation.org

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See all the fun we had at Blue Apple Ranch Kid’s Camp this summer.

Special thanks to Monique Feil Photography for her excellent work capturing all the fun and excitement.

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Download a printable stretch guide (PDF 460KB). Read the full list of stretches after the jump.

Carrot Stretches

  • Side to Side. Stretch head/neck pass midline
  • Up and Down. Reaching as high as you can go. Then between their legs for a bow.

Fetlock Release

  • Support Sesamoid bones and bringing the hoof through a full range of motion.
  • Cannon Rotations
  • With your elbow locked into theirs, life the hoof to 90 degrees and rotated counter clockwise 3 times
  • With elbow still into theirs rotated cannon clockwise 3 times

Front Leg Stretches

  • Pull front leg forward. Supporting under horses “Knee”. Allow 10 to 12 seconds for the horse to truly “Give” You their leg.
  • Rotated leg counter clockwise. Watch the scapula movement up on the wither. REMEMBER TO USE YOUR LEGS. NO MATTER WHAT LET THE HORSE WIN IF THEY PULL BACK OR AWAY.
  • Rotate leg clockwise. Watch the scapula movement up on the withers. REMEMBER TO USE YOUR LEGS. NO MATTER WHAT LET THE HORSE WIN IF THEY PULL BACK OR AWAY.
  • Pull front leg back. It stimulates “Running”. Hold for 10 to 12 seconds.

Hind Legs

  • Rear Fetlocks. There is a suspensory ligament that supports the hoof. So extend the leg down and let the hoof drop and Support Sesamoid bones and bringing the hoof through a full range of motion.
  • Extend leg back and let it relax. REMEMBER TO USE YOUR LEGS. NO MATTER WHAT LET THE HORSE WIN IF THEY PULL BACK OR AWAY.
  • Pull the leg forward. Stretching the hind side of the horse back leg. REMEMBER TO USE YOUR LEGS. NO MATTER WHAT LET THE HORSE WIN IF THEY PULL BACK OR AWAY.

Tail Pull

  • Only twice a month

Belly Scratches to arch the back up. Please be careful for kicking legs. Some horses are irritated by this stretch/scratch but helpful in keeping a supple topline.

]]> http://www.blueappleranch.org/2011/05/10/pre-ride-stretches-from-dr-moore/feed/ 0 How Blue Apple Ranch Got Its Namehttp://www.blueappleranch.org/2011/03/08/how-blue-apple-ranch-got-its-name/ http://www.blueappleranch.org/2011/03/08/how-blue-apple-ranch-got-its-name/#comments Wed, 09 Mar 2011 01:28:00 +0000 Blue Apple Ranch http://www.blueappleranch.org/wp/?p=150 Continue reading →]]> In our efforts to continue helping people, and to save as many horses as we can, Toby Wells Foundation set out on a focused mission, rooted in traditional values. With a steadfast aim to celebrate the positivity that surrounds horses and equestrian living, it was essential that the name for this initiative captured the hearts and minds of wider audiences. Read more on our FAQ page.

]]> http://www.blueappleranch.org/2011/03/08/how-blue-apple-ranch-got-its-name/feed/ 0 Horse Care Guidelineshttp://www.blueappleranch.org/2011/03/08/horse-care-guidelines/ http://www.blueappleranch.org/2011/03/08/horse-care-guidelines/#comments Tue, 08 Mar 2011 23:12:24 +0000 Blue Apple Ranch http://www.blueappleranch.org/wp/?p=124 Continue reading →]]> Owning a horse is a big responsibility which takes time, commitment and plenty of funds. Horses depend upon their owners to take care of all their basic needs such as food, shelter, medical care, physical and emotional well being. Horses do not have to be ridden, but they do need a significant amount of time spent with them to maintain their basic needs. Keeping your horse healthy will make ownership significantly more pleasurable in the long run.

Be responsible and reap the rewards. Find out more at the Humane Society’s Horse Care Guidelines.

]]> http://www.blueappleranch.org/2011/03/08/horse-care-guidelines/feed/ 0 Health and Wellnesshttp://www.blueappleranch.org/2011/03/08/health-and-wellness/ http://www.blueappleranch.org/2011/03/08/health-and-wellness/#comments Tue, 08 Mar 2011 23:08:39 +0000 Blue Apple Ranch http://www.blueappleranch.org/wp/?p=122 Continue reading →]]> The health and wellness of our equine companions is important to not only the horses, but also to us as equine owners and equine lovers. Maintaining a healthy horse will keep them comfortable throughout their lives, and help them to live longer more productive lives. The key to keeping your horse healthy and in the best possible shape is preventative medicine and good nutrition. These include regular vaccinations, regular dentals, and a good quality diet. Many of the problems horses have later in life can be traced back to a lack of good preventative care as young horses. Addressing these issues early can
also save you money later on. Diseases that could have easily been prevented with a $40 vaccination.

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