Before the invention of the automobile, horses were one of the most common work animals around. While farmers might use oxen to plow a field, a horse could be used for both farm work and as transportation. If you didn’t want to walk the five miles into town, a horse could save you time and a whole…Read More
We could go on and on about how great we think life is here at Pink Flamingo Stables, because we truly do love our horse riding school and trail riding opportunities. But every business proprietor is going to talk about how great they are, so we think it’s important that anyone considering visitin…Read More
If you’re considering trail riding with us here in Lake Worth, you might wonder how it’s going to compare to some other activities you might engage in. After all, Florida is a popular tourist attraction with many year-round activities, but can they compare to spending time on horseback for an ho…Read More
We’ve all heard that dogs are man’s best friend, but we take issue with that. After all, dogs are bred so that they really have no decision but to like you. They’re pack animals, and breeding practices has kept them in a perpetual submissive state. Horse are friendly, yes, but the bond with ho…Read More
The human/horse bond has been a part of this world for thousands of years. For most of human history, the purpose of the horse was as a work animal, either in the fields or as a form of transportation. Because they were much more often thought of as “things to use” instead of treating the…Read More
We’d like to thank you for stopping by the new and improved Pink Flamingo Stables website! We’ve worked hard to make this virtual space as easy as possible for you to get on a horse, and that means creating an online space so that you can sign up for trail riding or horseback riding lessons with…Read More
If done properly, this gait can be very fun and comfortable to ride. You need to have a strong core and open hips to stay in the saddle. The more you bounce in the saddle, the more the horse’s back become hollowed and difficult to sit. We want to think about keeping our body tall, knees open, and …Read More
Cantering causes a tremendous amount of apprehension for many riders. It’s a bigger gait than the trot and can be difficult to manage if the riders seat, hands, and legs are tense. I wanted to write briefly on the canter, as many of my students struggle with finding balance within the canter and p…Read More
The helmet awareness campaign Riders4Helmets is holding its fourth annual International Helmet Awareness Day on Saturday, June 22. The event aims to educate all equestrians about the importance of wearing protective headgear for every ride, regardless of discipline. The campaign was launched in 20…Read More
With International Helmet Awareness Day coming up this Saturday, June 22, equestrians will be hearing a lot about the danger of head injuries. One of the biggest concerns—particularly for children—is concussions, and recent studies are shedding some light on the problems that come with diagnos…Read More