by Eric T | Feb 27, 2017 | Uncategorized
Sting may have written it about an obsessed lover, but you can bet your horse is definitely keeping a close eye and ear on you whenever you’re in his vicinity. In the wild, a horse’s survival can depend on how observant they are and how quickly they react to whatever...
by Michelle | Nov 7, 2013 | Cowgirl Quotes, Horse Nature
Horses have recently gained a well-deserved reputation as therapy animals. Experience and research indicate that in every case equine therapists are worthy of consideration. They can help you lower your stress levels, connect with a child with Asperger’s Syndrome,...
by Michelle | Oct 16, 2013 | Cowgirl Spirit, Horse Nature
Cowgirl… you can’t explain it, no matter how hard you try. You can grow up in a suburban neighborhood that doesn’t have a barn anywhere within 20 miles. Your family loves to ski, or play tennis, and can’t tell you the difference between a chestnut and a brazil nut,...
by Michelle | Nov 14, 2012 | Cowgirl Quotes, Horse Training, Training Advice
Wylene Wilson began riding at age 6, learning Monte Foreman balance riding techniques from her mother, and by age 17 had successfully trained her first horse. Wylene has since competed in and won many local, state and national horsemanship competitions. She is the...
by Michelle | Oct 21, 2012 | Cowgirl Spirit
You met her and now you can’t forget her. But this one is the real deal; she’s not wearing those boots for affect. How do you go about capturing a cowgirl’s heart when she so clearly doesn’t need you? It will take more than ego and flash that’s for sure. First,...
by Michelle | Sep 26, 2012 | Cowgirl Spirit
I had a male friend once who was an avid duck hunter. In a confidential moment he told me sheepishly that he frequently lay in bed next to his wife closed his eyes only to see flocks of mallards swirling overhead. I laughed. I’ve been there done that… with one big...
by Michelle | Sep 11, 2012 | Horse Training, Training Advice
It’s been called by a lot of names; Zen, the power of positive thinking, putting your best foot forward. But somewhere along the line many of us, especially women, have stopped being the Little Engine That Could – you remember – “I think I can, I think I...
by Michelle | Sep 8, 2012 | Cowgirl Spirit
Unlike the old song you may not need to learn to rope and ride, but the answer to the question “What are Cowgirls looking for when it comes to a mate?” isn’t a simple one. It’s as varied as the cowgirls themselves. “Horse Husbands” or men who get...
by Michelle | Sep 4, 2012 | Cowgirl Spirit
There’s a misconception out there, that to be a cowgirl you have to wear tight jeans, a trophy buckle, and go to the grocery store in your hat and spurs. While some do dress the part; being a cowgirl is something that comes from the inside and works its way out rather...
by Michelle | Sep 3, 2012 | Cowgirl Quotes
Below is a collection of my favorite horse/cowgirl related quotes. Enjoy! “The way to avoid housework is to live outside.” “When you fall off your horse, then you get back up and keep riding strong.” “Good judgment comes from experience, and a lotta that comes...
Michelle Kuester has a bachelors degree in equine science and over twenty years of experience working with horses. She is passionate about natural horsemanship and helping people gain the best possible relationship with their equine companions. 
