by Dutch Henry | Coffee Clutch, Horse Care, It's for the Horses
Howdy Friend! I’m a supporter of the barefoot paradigm. Not any surprise to folks who know me. But what is the barefoot Paradigm? I can only speak for myself, as I’m always ready to do. (That was supposed to make you smile.) Barefoot paradigm is about the...
by Dutch Henry | Coffee Clutch, Horse Care, It's for the Horses
Howdy Friends! Heavy hung over the day. Clouds blocked the sun and gripped her thoughts and heart. Work was not going well, and other decisions must be made. She’d be late today, wouldn’t matter anyway, so she dragged her feet as she made her way to the barn....
by Dutch Henry | Coffee Clutch, From The Porch
IS THERE REALLY ORGANIC HONEY? Howdy Friends! The bee keeper spoke slowly, thoughtfully. His knowledge and skill ran deep, and the stories he told offered much of it for those who listened. I listened. I’ve always been fascinated by bees. Queens, duties, and swarms. ....
by Dutch Henry | A Dog Named Saturday, Coffee Clutch, Faith
Howdy Friends! Saturday Learns the Ten Commandments – Sneak Peek 5. In this scene Saturday stops in a sunspot to ponder a question of great important. And they meet Butterfly. Let’s jump right into the excerpt: “What are we looking for today?” Danielle asked...
by Dutch Henry | Coffee Clutch, Horse Care, It's for the Horses
LEADER or BOSS FOR YOUR HORSE Howdy Friends! When I hear that old tired saw, “You need to show your horse who’s boss,” it gives me pause. I’ve never liked that approach any more than I like, “She’s testing you and you can’t...
by Dutch Henry | Coffee Clutch, Horse Care, It's for the Horses
GRASS AND HORSES AND PROBLEMS IGNORED Many of our domestic horses face their biggest health threat every day. And are encouraged to eat it. Sadly by ignorance, or complacency, the equine industry ignores it. Owners ignore it. Professionals ignore it. The industry...