11/02/2025
Lol but not lol.
Horses require all of your attention. Down to the last detail. While there are exceptions to the basic horse, the horses that are competing under a clock require more than the basics. Regular maintenance is a requirement to keep them clocking. This goes for more than just barrel horses.
Maintenance including -
β’ A good feed program, nutrition is everything!
β’ A great PERFORMANCE vet. That is key π
β’ A great farrier! I know theyβre hard to come by.
β’ Some form of therapy in between to compliment all the above. π
The winners are going to win. Period. But with that being said, knowing your horses limits and what their signs are is up to you. Example- Hesitating at the gate, or refusing π© Wonβt stand a certain way in the box π© No longer slow working the way they should π© ***Know your horses limits***
When buying a horse that is winning. They arenβt winning by accident. They are winning because that persons program fit that horse. Learn the program during and after buying said horse! Most trainers are happy to help keep the winner winning π₯
Now back to the details- Details cost $$. Lots of it actually. But skipping the details! Not doing the foot work in between, will cost you more in the long run! Cheaper farrier, vet, body worker, isnβt always better. If a horse requires something that is time sensitive, do it. Donβt challenge it.
As for this funny meme, on a serious note, there are Walmart versions of the best in the business. You get what you pay for π