GW Performance Horses

10/05/2026

GW Irish Goodbye has SOLD and is staying in Stephenville!!! Thank you Camdyn!

09/25/2026

GW Irish Goodbye

Is she long and lanky? Yes.
Is she in a really rough long-yearling ugly phase? Also yes.
Is she for still for sale? Absolutely! (And no, she’s not on sale…)

Meet Astrid! A super sweet 2025 APHA filly, before you ask, yes, she is solid registry. Don’t let that stop you though, paints have all sorts of incentives!

This pretty little girl is by Jesses Topaz and out of Travlyn Novalero.

As of right now Astrid is halter broke, stands tied, stands for grooming, has worn blankets, picks up all four feet, has been trimmed, can live on pasture or in a stall, can load in the trailer… you know, all the things a long yearling should do!

Astrid is a super sweet filly, she can be a little nervous or anxious, but once she’s over it she’s amazing!

Astrid is located in Stephenville, TX
Can help arrange shipping
Can deliver with in 3 hour radius of Stephenville

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09/14/2026

Who is looking for a super cute APHA cow horse prospect?!

Meet GW ItzaRiskyDiamond, or Bia for short. This stunning 2025 filly is by SHR QTS Diamond Cutter and out of CherokeesRiskeyRain (Cherokee Business x Intimidating Lady Te). Bia is a big and stout filly with lots, and LOTS of hair! Looking for something that is flashy and has a gorgeous mane to get them noticed? Bia is your girl!

Bia stands tied, leads, has began learning ground work, stands for grooming and stands for the farrier. Bia has spent most of her life turned out in a large pasture and in a herd of other yearlings, but is totally content to be in a stall. She is easy to catch, she is very friendly, and she will usually meet you at the gate!

Bia is 5 panel N/N through parentage, dam carries one copy LWO. Awaiting Bia’s test results now!

Pictures and videos available upon request.
Bia is located in Stephenville, Texas. We can gladly deliver within 3 hours, or can help arrange shipping.
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**will consider discount to show home/show program**

08/19/2026

🚨 Choke in Horses: It’s Not What You Think 🚨

When people hear the word “choke,” they often picture a horse unable to breathe. Thankfully, that’s usually not what’s happening.

🐴 In horses, choke occurs when food or another object becomes lodged in the esophagus (the tube leading to the stomach), not the windpipe. Most horses can still breathe, but it’s still considered a veterinary emergency.

⚠️ Common signs of choke include:
• Feed or saliva coming from the nostrils
• Excessive drooling
• Coughing or repeated attempts to swallow
• Stretching the neck out
• Anxiety or discomfort during eating
• Food remaining in the mouth or dropping feed

❌ What should you do?
• Remove all food and hay immediately.
• Keep your horse calm.
• Contact your veterinarian as soon as possible.
• Avoid trying to force water or food down the horse’s throat.

Many cases resolve with veterinary treatment, but waiting too long can increase the risk of complications such as dehydration, damage to the esophagus, or aspiration pneumonia if feed or saliva enters the lungs.

💙 Can choke be prevented?
While not every case is avoidable, you can help reduce the risk by:
✔️ Providing routine dental care.
✔️ Feeding at an appropriate height for your horse.
✔️ Slowing down horses that bolt their feed by using slow feeders or obstacles designed for feed tubs.
✔️ Soaking pelleted feeds or beet pulp when appropriate.
✔️ Making sure your horse always has access to clean, fresh water.

The good news is that most horses recover well with prompt veterinary care. The key is recognizing the signs early and calling your veterinarian rather than waiting to see if it passes on its own.

❓Have you ever seen a horse choke? What was the first sign you noticed?

08/14/2026

🎩 What Collection Actually Means 🎩

“Get your horse collected.”

It’s something we hear all the time—but what does it actually mean?

A common misconception is that collection simply means getting your horse’s head down. In reality, true collection starts from the hind end, not the front end.

🐴 A collected horse is carrying more weight on its hindquarters.

Instead of pulling itself along with its front legs, the horse begins to push from behind, engaging the hindquarters and allowing the forehand to become lighter.

✨ Signs of true collection include:
• Active, engaged hind legs stepping underneath the body
• A lifted back
• A lighter feel in your hands
• Better balance and self-carriage
• Shorter, more powerful strides—not just slower ones

❌ Collection is NOT:
• Pulling the horse’s head behind the vertical
• A tucked chin with a hollow back
• Riding only with your hands
• Going slower without engagement

Whether you ride dressage, barrel racing, reining, ranch riding, jumping, or simply enjoy trail riding, balance is important. A horse that carries itself correctly is often able to move more efficiently, respond more easily to rider aids, and place less strain on its body.

💙 Think of it this way:

Imagine carrying a heavy box with poor posture versus lifting it with your core engaged and your weight balanced. One feels awkward and tiring, while the other is stronger and more efficient. Horses aren’t all that different.

Collection isn’t about creating a pretty headset—it’s about developing strength, balance, and self-carriage from back to front.

❓What’s one of the biggest misconceptions about collection that you’ve heard?

08/07/2026

🚨 Colic: Myths vs. Facts 🚨

Colic is one of the most common emergencies horse owners face—but it’s also surrounded by myths that can delay treatment. Let’s separate fact from fiction!

❌ Myth: Colic is a disease.
✅ Fact: Colic simply means abdominal pain. There are many different causes, including gas, feed impactions, intestinal twists, sand accumulation, and more.

❌ Myth: Every horse with colic will roll violently.
✅ Fact: Some horses do roll, but others may only paw, look at their sides, repeatedly lie down, stretch out, lose interest in food, or seem quieter than normal. Every horse can show colic differently.

❌ Myth: Walking a colicky horse will “fix” the problem.
✅ Fact: Walking can help prevent a horse from injuring itself if it’s trying to roll excessively, but it does not cure colic. If your horse is exhausted, forcing it to walk for hours can do more harm than good. Follow your veterinarian’s recommendations.

❌ Myth: If the horse poops, it isn’t colicking.
✅ Fact: Horses can still pass manure while experiencing colic. Passing manure doesn’t automatically mean everything is okay.

❌ Myth: You should always wait and see if they get better.
✅ Fact: Some mild cases do resolve, but others become life-threatening very quickly. If your horse is showing persistent signs of abdominal pain, it’s always safer to contact your veterinarian sooner rather than later.

❌ Myth: Colic is always caused by grain.
✅ Fact: While sudden diet changes can increase the risk, colic has many possible causes, including dehydration, parasites, poor-quality forage, dental problems, stress, lack of turnout, sand ingestion, and intestinal displacement.

💙 The best treatment for colic is early recognition.

Knowing what’s normal for your horse makes it much easier to recognize when something isn’t right. Trust your instincts—if you think your horse may be colicking, don’t be afraid to call your veterinarian.

07/31/2026

👀 Horse Vision vs. Human Vision: Why Your Horse Sees the World Differently

Ever wonder why your horse suddenly spooks at something that “wasn’t there yesterday?” It might not be stubbornness—it might just be how they’re built!

🐴 Nearly 360° Vision
Because a horse’s eyes are located on the sides of their head, they can see almost all the way around themselves. This helps them spot predators long before they’re close.

⚠️ But They Have Blind Spots
Horses can’t see directly in front of their nose or directly behind their tail. That’s why a horse may lift or turn its head to get a better look at something—and why approaching quietly from directly behind can startle even the calmest horse.

🌈 They Don’t See Colors Like We Do
Horses don’t see the same range of colors as humans. They see blues and yellows well but have difficulty distinguishing reds and greens. A bright red jump or obstacle may not stand out to your horse the way it does to you.

🌙 They’re Great in Low Light
Horses naturally have excellent night vision thanks to a reflective layer in the back of their eyes called the tapetum lucidum. However, it takes them longer than us to adjust when moving between bright sunlight and dark areas. That dark trailer, barn aisle, or shaded arena entrance may look completely different to them than it does to you.

👀 Movement Gets Their Attention
As prey animals, horses are incredibly sensitive to movement. A fluttering plastic bag, waving grass, or a bird taking off may catch their eye long before you even notice it.

❤️ Understanding Their Vision Makes Us Better Horsemen
When we remember that horses experience the world differently than we do, it’s easier to be patient when they hesitate, spook, or stop to investigate something. More often than not, they’re reacting to what they genuinely perceive—not trying to misbehave.

❓What’s the strangest thing your horse has ever spooked at? We’ve all got at least one story! 😂

07/24/2026

🌿🐴 ALFALFA MYTHS: Let's Talk About It!!

Few horse feeds create more debate than alfalfa.

Some people swear by it.
Some people blame it for everything from hot behavior to world hunger.

Let's bust a few myths:

❌ MYTH: Alfalfa makes horses crazy.
✅ FACT: Alfalfa is higher in calories than many grass hays, but it doesn't contain some magical ingredient that makes horses wild. Extra energy comes from excess calories—not the alfalfa itself.

❌ MYTH: Alfalfa causes colic.
✅ FACT: Quality alfalfa does not cause colic. In fact, its digestibility can make it a great forage option for many horses.

❌ MYTH: Alfalfa causes ulcers.
✅ FACT: Alfalfa may actually help buffer stomach acid due to its calcium content and is often included in ulcer management programs.

❌ MYTH: Every horse should be on alfalfa.
✅ FACT: Not necessarily. Some horses do great on it, while easy keepers may simply not need the extra calories.

❌ MYTH: Alfalfa is only for performance horses.
✅ FACT: Many seniors, hard keepers, broodmares, and growing horses benefit from alfalfa as part of a balanced diet.

The truth?

Alfalfa is a tool.

Like any feed, it's not inherently good or bad—it simply has to be matched to the individual horse.

07/23/2026

07/21/2026

🐴 BODY CONDITION SCORING: Is Your Horse Too Thin, Too Fat, or Just Right?

One of the most important parts of horse ownership is learning how to evaluate your horse's body condition—not just their weight.

The Body Condition Score (BCS) system uses a scale from 1-9:

🔹 1-3 = Underweight
🔹 4-6 = Ideal for most horses
🔹 7-9 = Overweight to Obese

When scoring a horse, we look at:
✔️ Neck
✔️ Withers
✔️ Behind the shoulder
✔️ Ribs
✔️ Loin
✔️ Tailhead

A common misconception is that if you can't see ribs, your horse is at a healthy weight. In reality, many horses today are carrying excess fat, which can increase their risk of:
⚠️ Laminitis
⚠️ Insulin resistance
⚠️ Joint stress
⚠️ Heat intolerance

On the other hand, horses that are too thin may struggle with:
⚠️ Poor performance
⚠️ Reduced immunity
⚠️ Difficulty maintaining muscle
⚠️ Trouble staying warm in winter

Most horses should have ribs that can be easily felt but not easily seen.

Remember: A shiny coat doesn't always mean a horse is at a healthy weight, and a fuzzy winter coat can hide a lot!