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  • 2018 BCHBC Rendezvous - photo by Arlene Ladd (view of N Thompson River)
    A Rendezvous to Remember with the Back Country Horsemen of BC!

    Sometimes you get a great group of people together and something special happens. Get a great group of people together who also love horses? Well, something truly MAGICAL happens! At the end of May we sent Jenny to the Back Country Horsemen of British Columbia 2018 Rendezvous in gorgeous Barriere, British Columbia to meet this…

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  • Take Your Pick!

    So, you know you want Hoof Boots, and you heard that Cavallos ARE THE BEST and it’s true! But which style is right for you? Which Cavallos are YOUR Cavallos?  Here’s the Lowdown. Every style has the same tough and durable soles, complete with the features you love. All you need to do is get…

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  • Roberts Creek Beach
    We’re Famous!

    Cavallo Horse & Rider is located on the spectacular Sunshine Coast in BC, Canada.  It’s a small town (that’s quickly becoming a large one!). Our offices are here, in amongst the trees and pastures.  We – and our animals, feel very fortunate to live here. Cavallo Worldwide At the present, Cavallo Hoof Boots are sold…

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  • Carole Herder with her beloved dog, Danny Boy
    2018 – The Year of the Dog

    You know Greg is Australian and if you have met him, you know he delivers on almost every iconic “Ozzie” trait, especially the good, well it’s more “great” or “fantastic” sense of humour. This morning we were talking about the  Chinese New Year, the Year of the Dog. As far as great loves go, our…

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  • Assist Your Horse Through Season Change #4 – These Boots are Made for Riding

    Different weather patterns and vegetal growth have a significant impact on animals who live outside. Transitioning between seasons can be challenging, especially when conditions change dramatically. Properly managing some vital practices will provide your horse with the best chance for weathering these potentially severe fluctuations. Horses’ hoofs condition to tolerate the terrain of their habitat….

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  • A very toothy horse
    Assist your Horse Through Season Change #3 – Long in the Tooth

    Different weather patterns and vegetal growth have a significant impact on animals who live outside. Transitioning between seasons can be challenging, especially when conditions change dramatically. Properly managing some vital practices will provide your horse with the best chance for weathering these potentially severe fluctuations. In the wild, horses have access to hours of grazing…

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    Assist Your Horse Through Season Change #1 – Seasonally Affected

    Different weather patterns and vegetal growth have a significant impact on animals who live outside. Transitioning between seasons can be challenging, especially when conditions change dramatically. Properly managing some vital practices will provide your horse with the best chance for weathering these potentially severe fluctuations. Exposure to excessive wind, rain and sun can take a…

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  • A child asking "Why Daddy?"
    When Your Daughter asks “Why Daddy?”

    The Honesty of Children I love children. They don’t feel the need to prove how much they know. They don’t pretend they are something they are not. When they are curious, they innocently ask a question. They look to us for answers. Our job is to provide an appropriate response that will increase interest and…

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  • Emma Massingale's Mini, Albert
    A Surprise Gift from Emma Massingale

     A Very Special Gift… Imagine our excitement receiving this very special gift.  It came in the form of an internet link to a video.  The Stars of the show are two miniature horses named Ernie and Albert.  Watch it HERE! Albert is writing a Christmas list (all by himself!), requesting that Santa bring him a…

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