Proper Hydration Increases Performance and Maintains Health
By Ritchie Industries The power and grace of the American Quarter Horse performing the demands of equine athletics such as rodeo events, reining and cutting is undeniable. Quarter Horses are amazing equine athletes – able to stop on a dime, run a blistering quarter mile, jump over 5 feet in height and demonstrate discipline through […]
Clinton is excited to add Classic Equine Equipment to our Downunder Horsemanship team of sponsors. Starting this month, the Southern Missouri based company is our exclusive sponsor of horse stalls and stabling equipment. “We are very excited to join forces with Classic Equine Equipment in our effort to continue to help horse owners provide the […]
By Ritchie Industries Water quality has always been a major concern for horse owners, whether they are on a public or private water source. It is easy to take your water quality for granted. After all, as long as it is clear, everything should be fine, right? Events like the recent Norfolk Southern derailment in […]
Most of us are familiar with the “eating clean” nutritional trend that has influenced the proliferation of organic, whole foods and healthy eating for both people and animals. This commitment to providing the best nutrition possible should start with the one nutrient that plays the most vital role in the health of your horse – […]
Clinton is proud to add Cold Creek Equine, the manufacturer of a highly engineered and technologically advanced equine spa, to his Downunder Horsemanship team of sponsors. “We are very excited to join forces with Cold Creek Equine in our effort to continue to help horse owners provide their horses with the best care possible,” Clinton […]
100 Years Strong & Enduring In 1921, Thomas Ritchie patented the first automatic waterer valve that solved many of the headaches that farmers faced in getting water to their livestock. His automatic float-controlled watering equipment was connected to underground running water and heated with a kerosene lamp to keep the water flowing during the […]
Don’t Let Frozen Water Snowball Into Major Health Issues for Your Horse
By Ritchie Industries Automatic Waterers Frozen water, whether it is in buckets, tanks or troughs, is an unwanted surprise for both horses and their owners. More than just an annoyance, frozen water can have a major impact on the health of your horse. Access to fresh water is critical to preventing dehydration, especially in the […]
By Ritchie Industries Most horse farms practice continuous grazing, but more and more horse owners are discovering the benefits of rotational grazing. Even if you just have one acre, splitting your pasture into two grazing paddocks and rotating between them produces healthier and thicker pastures that provide better nutrition for your horses. Rotational vs. Continuous […]
Clinton recently visited with Standlee Premium Western Forage’s Beyond the Barn podcast to share his thoughts on working with horses and getting rid of negative energy. Talking with host Katy Starr, Clinton explains how he got started with horses and how he eventually became a clinician and established Downunder Horsemanship. As the conversation gets moving, […]