Posts Tagged ‘what’
Episode 60: 5 tips for finding motivation to ride
Welcome to Season Six! In this episode, Stacy shares what is going on in her barn with her horses. She shares how she is using the techniques and ideas that she has been teaching in the podcast…in her own barn. Stacy starts by answering a listener’s question about motivation: “Hi, Stacy. My name is Andrea.…
Read MoreEpisode 53: Saddle Fit and Challenges
Episode 37: Do This During Groundwork With Your Horse
Before we begin I want to clear up something about last week’s podcast. I randomly mentioned something going on with Popcorn’s ear. He has a papilloma virus or ear plaque, but it’s improving dramatically. In this episode, I’m going to explain the first communication I developed during groundwork. I’m also going to talk about the…
Read MoreA promise to a horse, Willow’s Story: Episode 12
I make one promise to my horses. I promise to develop you to your fullest potential. Pulling a cart, a safe trail horse or the show pen… I don’t decide…I help them find it. I sold Willow as a weanling. I bought her back as a 4 year old when she was too small. I…
Read MoreWhat is the most effective fly spray for horses out there right now?
“Hey Stacy. How about a poll? What is the most effective fly spray out there right now? Anyone got a special mix they are using? I need to control/repel mosquitoes, horn flies, deer flies, and the occasional horse fly.”-Carla V. How about it? What do you use to control flies around your horses? What flies are…
Read MoreEpisode 23: Your Horse Has Questions
Subscribe and never miss an episode! (I listen in the barn and when I’m out driving) Subscribe For Free! I’m explaining something that was a game-changer for me and my horse. When I share this topic with people at clinics, I see an instant change in them and their horse. Did you know that your…
Read MoreWestern Dressage: What is the judge looking for?
I attended the Western Dressage Judges seminar…and I don’t intend to become a judge. Why did I go? I went because I had one question: What are the judges looking for in western dressage? I had done some online research. I had shown at a few shows. But I wanted to know first hand what the…
Read MoreWhat am I doing wrong?
“Hi Stacy, I’m a trail rider and up until recently I didn’t understand the need to ride around in a circle. I bought a new horse about a year ago and on the trail he will follow my husband’s mare with no problems. He even leads sometimes, if she’ll let him. I live in —————…
Read MoreWhen I die, I want my horses to….
How would you finish this sentence? Over the years I have had several concerned owners tell me their plans or ask for my advice…but in most cases I think that the issue goes largely undiscussed. About a month ago I met a man who had recently bought a very nice, very well trained horse from…
Read MoreStacy Westfall adopting a nurse mare foal from Last Chance Corral!
Today has officially gone to the ‘babies’…foals that is. I started my day with a trip to the vet to confirm that my husbands favorite mare was in foal. I’m happy to announce that she is! For us this is exciting news because my husband Jesse excels at matching broodmares and stallions to produce OUTSTANDING…
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