SunRunner Ranch Horse Training

08/12/2026

Mani pedi day at the farm… lots of growth this cycle.

07/19/2026

Thanks Craig for taking video for our online test. Hoping this halt scores well.

The heat this week made taking video a big challenge.

07/11/2026

A qualifying Basic test for Bama this weekend. Thanks Nancy Porter & crew for the WD opportunity in MN.

06/30/2026

Some good info for this week is in the heat stress chart.

🌡️🔥 Hot weather can increase the risk of heat stress in horses. Knowing what's normal for your horse — like their typical temperature, heart rate, and behavior — can help you spot early warning signs and take action before things get serious.

Help your horse beat the heat by:
💧 Providing free access to fresh, cool (45 to 65 degrees F) water.
🌳 Making sure horses have access to shade throughout the day.
🧂 Providing free access to salt to promote drinking.
💦 Rapidly cooling hot horses by applying continuous cool water over them.
❌ Limiting trailering or exercising horses if possible.

ℹ https://z.umn.edu/heatandhorses

06/14/2026

It’s the season for Hay, Grad parties & mani / pedi / shoes! Oh & pesky purple obstacles.

06/08/2026

As the heat index rises, I recommend holding or slightly decreasing the daily work load. Be observant of sweat & breathing patterns as well as having a good cool out routine.

06/05/2026

Carefully working on this young lady in the less heated part of the days.

05/29/2026

Ruby & owner Chris practicing back up from the “off” side. Clarity in the ground work assists in developing correct ride work.