Check out these interesting articles...

These are from the Tulsa World.

This first one is about how a network to fix up hurt rodeo folks has been set up. And it's based in OK. Is that not cool?

Rodeo RX By KIM ARCHER World Staff Writer Stan Williamson of Okmulgee, a two-time world rodeo champion, has been hurt plenty in his steer-wrestling career

This one is about Remington Park changing owners for our race horse fans.

Chickasaws begin changes at park By RANDY ELLIS The Oklahoman At the stroke of midnight on New Year's Eve, a Chickasaw Nation subsidiary took over ownership of Oklahoma City's Remington Park racetrack and casino, ushering in a new era of local control.

Hope you enjoy. Make it a great day!

Deb Stowers

Sierra Ranch, LLC

Http://sierraranchok.com

http://sierraranchok.net

January New to Use...

I know many of us have already been through the worst, or hopefully the worst, part of winter, but these are good tips to keep in mind. remember you can ride in the winter, it just takes a bit of preparation!

COLD WEATHER HORSE CARE REVIEW Winter has an icy grip on most of the United States, and with even sunny Florida facing record freezing temperatures, horse owners across the country need to keep a close eye on their herds to prevent cold-weather related ailments. In cold weather, horse owners should be thinking "water, water, water," said Jean T. Griffiths, extension horse specialist at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY. Continue reading...

WINTER WORKOUTS Come May, Trisha Dowling of Saskatchewan, Canada, is ready to take on the challenges of competitive endurance--and, equally important, so are her horses. The same can be said of Carey Williams of New Jersey. Her sport is eventing, in which she competes spring through fall. Andy Kaneps of Massachusetts used to raise and compete hunters and jumpers; today he prefers riding noncompetitive dressage year-round. Continue reading...

WINTER HORSE CARE RESOURCES What to do when the weather turns bitter? Bring the horses in or leave them out? Blankets or no blankets? Hay or grain? Or both? While bringing your horse into the house might seem like the simplest option, TheHorse.com offers a wealth of information on winter horse care to help you handle the dropping temps. Continue reading for the highlights.

You may have to create an account with The Horse to read these articles, however the account is free.

We apologize for the interruption of our newsletter. We have been working on getting another business online and hope to be posting more regularlly now we have it going. Thanks for your understanding.

Until we meet on the trails!

Deb Stowers

Sierra Ranch, LLC

Http://sierraranchok.com

http://sierraranchok.net

Its a go! Just Unveiled :)

My friend Patricia Reszetylo just released the internet's most massive equine/equestrian digital gift giveaway ever:

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Simply sign up and get the scoop.

-tons of ebooks
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-tons of everything you've ever wanted

Where did all these goodies come from?

I teamed up with Patricia Reszetylo who has called in some favors from a whole bunch of top online equine/equestrian marketers and convinced them all to give you TONS of Products at no cost to you.

It is our way of saying "thank you"!

These products are worth thousands and thousands of dollars and have already made their users and their horses happier and healthier.

I just can't hide the excitement. This is probably the most exciting news I've ever shared with you.

Go get it now!

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Warmly,

Deborah Stowers
Sierra Ranch, LLC

www.sierraranchok.com

www.sierraranchok.net

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Ten Commandments for Horses

These are things people both new to horses and those that have had them for a while need to remember.

1. My life is likely to last 20 or more years. Any separation from you will be painful for me. Remember that before you take me home.

2. Give me time to understand what you want from me.

3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial to my well being.

4. Don't be angry with me for long. Don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your entertainment and your friends. I have only you.

5. Talk to me sometimes. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when it is speaking to me.

6. Be aware that however you treat me, I'll never forget it.

7. Remember before you hit me that I am powerful enough to hurt you, but choose not to.

8. Before you scold me for being uncooperative, obstinate or lazy, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I have a problem that you are not yet aware of.

9. Take care of me when I am old. You too will be old one day.

10. Go with me on the last journey. Never say "I can't bear to watch or let it happen in my absence." Everything is easier for me if you are there.

Remember that I love you. Here is something to pamper your horse with:

$10 off orders of $100 or more at Horse.com (some restrictions apply)

Deb Stowers

Sierra Ranch, LLC

Http://sierraranchok.com

http://sierraranchok.net

Are YOU Ready to Ride and Camp?

It's getting cooler outside and folks begin to want to go riding and cmaping more. And after a great ride in the woods what is better than great food. Check this out:

It's a fact that food just tastes better outdoors. Now with 101 Camping & Outdoor Recipes, even campers who have never cooked anything more complicated than S'mores can make great meals and snacks over the campfire. You no longer need to sacrifice eating well just because you are not in your home kitchen. 101 Camping & Outdoor Recipes provides you with 101 delicious, and easy-to-prepare recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner that are sure to make you a hit around the campfire.

And itf you do want to go riding and don't have a horse. Contact us here at Sierra Ranch. We love to ride and have many horses that would love to take you out riding and camping.

Just one of the many things we do at Sierra Ranch.

Deb Stowers

Sierra Ranch, LLC

Http://sierraranchok.com

http://sierraranchok.net

Horse News to Use - August

BARN FIRES: AVOID HAY BALE COMBUSTION

Experienced agricultural producers in the southern Great Plains know that low wind speeds, high humidity, moist hay, and hot temperatures can be a recipe for disaster. Under such a set of circumstances, tightly stacked hay bales have been known to combust. Without proper preventive measures, hay barns or any other structures close to the blazing bales potentially might be lost. Continue reading...

AGED HORSE HEALTH SCREENINGS RECOMMENDED

Lameness, weight loss, colic, and equine Cushing's syndrome are the four top reasons for euthanizing an older horse, said Catherine McGowan, BVSc, PhD, RCVS, European specialist in equine internal medicine, who presented research by Thomas McGowan, BSc, DVM, PhD, at the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Forum, held June 3-6 in Montr�al, Quebec. Continue reading...

CRIBBING: CAN YOU STOP IT?

Many horses kept in unnatural environments and subjected to the stress of performance careers resort to repetitive behaviors (called stereotypies) such as cribbing, weaving, or stall walking. The cribbing horse grabs a surface with his top incisors, arches his neck, opens his throat, and swallows air with a grunting sound and a backward pull of the head. This activity wears down the top incisors and develops unsightly muscles under the neck that can interfere with proper neck flexion when ridden. Serious cribbers might lose weight because they become so addicted to their habit they'd rather crib than eat. Once the habit starts, many horses keep cribbing even when turned out to pasture. Continue reading...

Hope you enjoy these tidbits of information. Check out this:

$15 Off All Orders of $100 or More at Horse.com (some restrictions apply)

Deb Stowers

Sierra Ranch, LLC

Http://sierraranchok.com

http://sierraranchok.net

1993 Dodge One Ton Dually Diesel Truck - $7995

This is my pride an joy, but I have found a new hauler for my trailer that is much more comfy. Never thought I would find something that would haul like this truck, but did. So now my baby is for sale.

This 1993 Dodge 1 ton dually diesel is set up for hauling. It will haul most anything. Guys at the feed store would come off the dock to see what it was. You can put 2 tons of feed and the silly thing won't even go down. Over load springs are awesome! It has 411 gears on the rear. Top speed empty is about 70, but makes it great traveling the mountains with four horses in the Sundowner. It has a gooseneck ball with rings. The ball folds down. It has a bumper pull ball as well as a tractor attachment (for lack of better term). We have used it to haul fertilizer from the feed store. It's a 5 speed manual. Jump seats in the crew cab. AM/FM CD player. Great tires.

We bought the truck in 2000 with 138850 miles. We replaced the engine shortly after buying the truck (within a year) and about a year later had to rebuild the rear end and transmission. It now has 183,650 miles on it. We keep synthetic oil in the motor and change it regularly.

This truck is ready to start pulling your horses to your next playday, trail ride or other event. Email us for more details. We are negotiable on the price, but this is a fair price for the work this truck will do for you!

I will try to get more pictures to add to the Multiply photo album:

http://sierraranch.multiply.com/photos/album/10/1993_Dodge_3500_For_Sale_-_7995

Deb and Rick Stowers

Sierra Ranch

deb@sierraranchok.com

Rick's Cell 918/688-0665