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Buying a horse is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. With countless listings, opinions, and price ranges, many buyers aren’t sure where to start or how to know when they’ve found the right horse.

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/the-horse-shopping-process-what-to-expect-from-start-to-finish","title":"The Horse Shopping Process: What to Expect From Start to Finish","summary":"Buying a horse is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. With countless listings, opinions, and price ranges, many buyers aren’t sure where to start or how to know when they’ve found the right horse.","date_modified":"2026-03-20T19:30:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/horse-insurance-protection-beyond-the-purchase-price","html_content":"

Many horse owners have heard of horse insurance, but fewer truly understand what it includes — or how it works.

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From the owner of Topwind Ranch

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Everyone always LOVES when we give the chance to win a dream prospect to someone for less than a night out! ⛽️

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As horse owners, we go above and beyond to make sure our beloved equines have the best supplements, feed, chiropractic care, massage, farrier, veterinarian… the list goes on. We invest in making sure we have all the nece...

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What is Massage Therapy vs Chiropractic Care?

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What do a high-producing dairy cow and a high-performance horse have in common? More than you might think, especially when it comes to what’s on their plate (or in their feed tub). As someone with a background in both th...

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One of the biggest misconceptions about horse pre-purchase exams is that they’re a simple pass or fail test. In reality that’s not the reason you do a PPE at all.

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If you’re a horse owner, you know how much goes into keeping your horse in peak health — from the right forage and grains to joint support, hoof care, and everything in between. But one supplement that’s making waves in ...

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/why-smart-earth-camelina-oil-should-be-part-of-your-horse%E2%80%99s-diet","title":"Why Smart Earth Camelina Oil Should Be Part of Your Horse’s Diet","summary":"If you’re a horse owner, you know how much goes into keeping your horse in peak health — from the right forage and grains to joint support, hoof care, and everything in between. But one supplement that’s making waves in ...","date_modified":"2025-06-07T16:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/capturing-the-lifestyle-we-love","html_content":"

You know, it's funny how things work out. I remember my first \"lifestyle\" shoot like it was yesterday—though, truth be told, it wasn't even supposed to be one! I was at a ranch for a typical family session, and things ju...

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Selling a horse in today's market demands more than just a video and a written description. Your photos are your first (and often only) chance to make a lasting impression. Are you maximizing that opportunity?

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/how-to-sell-your-horse-with-photography-that-stands-out","title":"How to Sell Your Horse with Photography that Stands Out!","summary":"Selling a horse in today's market demands more than just a video and a written description. Your photos are your first (and often only) chance to make a lasting impression. Are you maximizing that opportunity?","date_modified":"2025-04-25T18:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/how-digital-marketing-can-save-the-western-community","html_content":"

We’ve all seen it. Ranchers, horse trainers, and so many others in the western or equine industry are struggling to make ends meet. The days of ranching and horse training being a profitable way to live seems to be inchi...

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So you've booked a session with your partner in crime and your favorite photographer—how exciting! But now comes the question: How do you get your horse ready? A little preparation goes a long way in ensuring a smooth an...

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There’s always been something a little magical about getting into the saddle and heading off on a trail ride. In a world that often feels chaotic and crazy to me, trail riding gives me an escape. It seems the further dow...

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Challenges, Rewards, and the Journey of Becoming One

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The horse breeding business is risky, lengthy, and expensive. It takes three whole years to grow a foal from in utero until the time they are old enough to swing a leg over. With that in consideration, it‘s important to ...

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/tips-for-choosing-a-stallion-and-why-we-chose-ours","title":"Tips for Choosing a Stallion and Why We Chose Ours","summary":"The horse breeding business is risky, lengthy, and expensive. It takes three whole years to grow a foal from in utero until the time they are old enough to swing a leg over. With that in consideration, it‘s important to ...","date_modified":"2024-11-22T20:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/common-horse-nutrition-myths-you-may-be-falling-for%F0%9F%A4%94","html_content":"

We know how much you care about your horse friends and their well-being. Horse nutrition is a hot topic in the equestrian world, but it’s also an area where myths and misconceptions can run rampant. Let’s saddle up and d...

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/common-horse-nutrition-myths-you-may-be-falling-for%F0%9F%A4%94","title":"Common Horse Nutrition Myths You May Be Falling For🤔","summary":"We know how much you care about your horse friends and their well-being. Horse nutrition is a hot topic in the equestrian world, but it’s also an area where myths and misconceptions can run rampant. Let’s saddle up and d...","date_modified":"2024-10-25T20:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/busting-boredom---keep-your-horse-happy-in-a-stall","html_content":"

We have all had to keep our horses in a stall at one point or another; and if you haven’t yet, just wait because you will!

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Knowing how to tie horses up using a quick release knot is an essential skill if you're around horses in any capacity.

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Topwind Ranch for years has offered a variety of prospects through our consignment program. We have sold horses that have come from great training programs, young horses from breeders all over the US, and we have loved w...

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Here is a list to go through in preparation of selling your horse to get the best possible home and a great price for your hard work!

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Spring is in the air, and I am sure many of you are excited about riding in the beautiful weather! Depending on your tolerance, the facilities available to you or just your schedule with the reduced daylight hours many p...

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You can learn something new about horses everyday if you’re open to it! Here are some interesting facts and trivia questions - I’ll link some articles about these topics if your looking to do some learning today!

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We are in the coldest part of the year and when the temps drop it can be challenging to feel like your making all the right decisions when it comes to keeping your horses happy and healthy.

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/winter-horse-tips-%E2%9D%84%EF%B8%8F%F0%9F%90%8E","title":"Winter Horse Tips ❄️🐎","summary":"We are in the coldest part of the year and when the temps drop it can be challenging to feel like your making all the right decisions when it comes to keeping your horses happy and healthy.","date_modified":"2024-01-15T22:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/horse-movies-to-watch-this-winter","html_content":"

As we approach the shortest days of the year and the cold weather shortens our barn time everyone is looking for another way to get their horse fix. What better way than to watch some horse movies. Hopefully they’ll give...

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/horse-movies-to-watch-this-winter","title":"Horse Movies to Watch This Winter","summary":"As we approach the shortest days of the year and the cold weather shortens our barn time everyone is looking for another way to get their horse fix. What better way than to watch some horse movies. Hopefully they’ll give...","date_modified":"2023-12-04T21:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/cowboy-christmas-2024-topwind-gift-guide","html_content":"

With black Friday and Cyber Monday right around the corner, it’s no surprise to be thinking of shopping for Christmas gifts. But what do you get that horse enthusiast in your family?

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Much like dogs or small children, horses seem to always put things in their mouths that shouldn’t be there. For horses it could be lead ropes, saddle strings, a fly spray bottle, or maybe even toxic plants.

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/plants-toxic-to-horses","title":"Plants Toxic to Horses","summary":"Much like dogs or small children, horses seem to always put things in their mouths that shouldn’t be there. For horses it could be lead ropes, saddle strings, a fly spray bottle, or maybe even toxic plants. ","date_modified":"2023-10-02T21:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/yearly-maintenance-what-care-does-your-horse-really-need","html_content":"

After purchasing a horse, you’ve probably figured out that it takes a lot of work. Feeding, watering and cleaning your horse’s stall or pen can take quite a bit of time. But what about the things your horse needs on a re...

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/yearly-maintenance-what-care-does-your-horse-really-need","title":"Yearly Maintenance: What care does your horse really need?","summary":"After purchasing a horse, you’ve probably figured out that it takes a lot of work. Feeding, watering and cleaning your horse’s stall or pen can take quite a bit of time. But what about the things your horse needs on a re...","date_modified":"2023-09-04T20:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/beat-the-heat-with-childrens-books-and-learning-materials","html_content":"

As someone starting out in the horse industry it can be hard to find trustworthy and entertaining horse information. This industry can be a bit judgmental to newcomers, but don’t let that discourage you. Maybe you just h...

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/beat-the-heat-with-childrens-books-and-learning-materials","title":"Bring the Barn Home: The Best Horse Books and Learning Materials","summary":"As someone starting out in the horse industry it can be hard to find trustworthy and entertaining horse information. This industry can be a bit judgmental to newcomers, but don’t let that discourage you. Maybe you just h...","date_modified":"2023-08-07T23:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/long-hauling-horses","html_content":"

Long road trips are a huge undertaking, not just for the owners but for horses as well. If you’ve ever been on a long road trip, even by yourself or just with a dog, you probably have an idea of the number of things that...

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Many people ask the question “Why?” when they see an animal with a brand on it, especially a horse. Although some horses are tattooed or microchipped, this wasn’t historically an option. Ranches and cowboys needed a way ...

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/brands-the-importance-of-them-and-how-to-read-them","title":"Brands: The Importance Of And How To Read Them","summary":"Many people ask the question “Why?” when they see an animal with a brand on it, especially a horse. Although some horses are tattooed or microchipped, this wasn’t historically an option. Ranches and cowboys needed a way ...","date_modified":"2023-06-05T22:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/fly-protection-tips","html_content":"

Flies can be horribly annoying to horses, and even cause summer sores or transmit diseases, that's why we brought you fly protection tips this spring.

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/fly-protection-tips","title":"Fly Protection Tips","summary":"Flies can be horribly annoying to horses, and even cause summer sores or transmit diseases, that's why we brought you fly protection tips this spring. ","date_modified":"2023-05-01T23:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/horse-shopping-ask-yourself-these-quick-questions","html_content":"

If you’ve bought a horse, or maybe even if you haven’t yet, you know there are loads of questions to be asked. Hopefully this short guide will help you ask the right questions to find the horse of your dreams. We’ll also...

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/horse-shopping-ask-yourself-these-quick-questions","title":"Horse Shopping? Ask yourself these quick questions.","summary":"If you’ve bought a horse, or maybe even if you haven’t yet, you know there are loads of questions to be asked. Hopefully this short guide will help you ask the right questions to find the horse of your dreams. We’ll also...","date_modified":"2023-04-03T22:36:35Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/its-shedding-season","html_content":"

When the days start getting longer, our horses' bodies produce less melatonin. Triggered by the change in daylight hours. This change spurs mares into season and horses will begin to lose their winter coat.

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It could be your first trailer, or your fifth, packing for a show or rodeo is a task that will take time. It’ll take skill, and possibly a list.

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/what-do-i-take-trailer-packing-and-must-haves","title":"What do I take?? Trailer packing and must-haves!","summary":"It could be your first trailer, or your fifth, packing for a show or rodeo is a task that will take time. It’ll take skill, and possibly a list. ","date_modified":"2023-02-06T22:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/horse-markings-101","html_content":"

Knowing horse markings can be tricky, but it’s very important. Horse markings are used to identify horses that don’t have a brand or papers. Markings should be included in a horse’s description on a bill of sale or brand...

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/horse-markings-101","title":"Horse Markings 101","summary":"Knowing horse markings can be tricky, but it’s very important. Horse markings are used to identify horses that don’t have a brand or papers. Markings should be included in a horse’s description on a bill of sale or brand...","date_modified":"2023-01-02T22:28:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/gifts-under-50-for-your-horse-loving-friend-or-family-member","html_content":"

The holidays are upon us, and if you’re not ready, we’ve got some gift ideas for your horse loving friend or family member. Horse products can be challenging gifts because there are so many options and almost every horse...

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/gifts-under-50-for-your-horse-loving-friend-or-family-member","title":"Gifts Under $50 for your horse loving friend or family member.","summary":"The holidays are upon us, and if you’re not ready, we’ve got some gift ideas for your horse loving friend or family member. Horse products can be challenging gifts because there are so many options and almost every horse...","date_modified":"2022-12-05T19:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://topwindranch.com/f/to-blanket-or-not","html_content":"

This is a big question that horse owners face every winter. Old timers might say horses don’t need blankets, while younger horsemen might say the lack of natural selection has led to thinner winter coats. Even others wil...

","url":"https://topwindranch.com/f/to-blanket-or-not","title":"To use a horse blanket, or not?","summary":"This is a big question that horse owners face every winter. Old timers might say horses don’t need blankets, while younger horsemen might say the lack of natural selection has led to thinner winter coats. Even others wil...","date_modified":"2022-11-07T19:00:00Z"}]}