Glorious Way Ranch

09/23/2026

With so many new faces around the barn, I thought it would be fun to spotlight some of the amazing equine professionals that you may see around the barn, and who we highly recommend!

4R PEMF Therapy has been working on Mykal’s horses for years. This includes her show horse, Saapke, her retired gelding, Risky, the broodmares, and the late great Big Sam.

Bree cares so deeply about what she does and does everything in her power to make your horse (and you!) feed better and like you’re ready to take on the world!

Did we mention that she works on pets too?! You may spot a familiar face in her flyer! 👀

09/05/2026

Hey everyone! KG Equine will be coming by the ranch this week and would love to have the opportunity to work on your horse!
Kylee is a former boarder of ours who offers all kinds of great services!
If you would like your horse done, please let Mykal know!

09/05/2026

Happening tomorrow, just 5 minutes from the ranch!!

☀️🐴 THE LAST SUNDAY SADDLE SOCIAL OF THE SUMMER! 🐴☀️

Summer is wrapping up and the fall show run is right around the corner — so there’s no better time to get in one more good practice day!

📅 Sunday, September 6th
📍 Jenna Seal Performance Horses

Come out and use the ranch trail course to knock the rust off, work through those trouble spots, and get you and your horse tuned up before the busy fall show season starts! Whether you’ve got a big show on the calendar or just want some extra miles and practice, everyone is welcome.

🐴 Lessons — $75
🌵 Ride the course — $25/horse
🥤 Drinks & snacks available
👯 Bring a friend and make a day of it!

We’ve had SO much fun with these this summer, and this is officially your LAST chance to catch a Sunday Saddle Social before we wrap them up for the season!

Come ride, get some productive practice in, hang out with good people, and find out what obstacle your horse has randomly decided they’ve never seen before. 😂

🍂 Fall show season is coming — let’s get ready for it!

Sunday, September 6th — LAST ONE!
Message us to grab a lesson spot or let us know you’re coming! 🤠

08/27/2026

For my boarders! I passed out updated boarding contracts today, however it has been brought to my attention that I may have accidentally passed out old ones. If you think you got an old one please let me know and I’ll provide a current one!
Thank you all so much! My brain was not cooperating with me apparently.

08/27/2026

I know I have some boarders looking for work! 👀

Signature Equine Hospital is hiring an Equine Veterinary Technician to join their team in 📍Stephenville, TX!

The ideal candidate is skilled in equine handling, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to providing high-quality care to horses and excellent service to clients.

For more information on the role and how to apply, click here: https://jobsofthewest.co/job_view/equine-veterinary-technician

08/25/2026

‼️‼️‼️If you are evacuating due to the fires in Evant, Tolar, or Palo Pinto and you need stalls, please message us! We have 7 stalls and 2 large pastures available!‼️‼️‼️

Send a message to learn more

07/02/2026

🐴 Pigeon Fever: The Disease That’s More Common Than You Think

Despite the name, Pigeon Fever has absolutely nothing to do with pigeons. 🐦❌

Pigeon Fever is caused by the bacteria Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis and is commonly spread by flies. It’s seen most often in the western and southern United States, especially during warm weather.

🔍 Why Is It Called “Pigeon Fever”?

Many horses develop large abscesses in their chest muscles, causing swelling that resembles the breast of a pigeon.

⚠️ Common Signs:

✔️ Fever
✔️ Lethargy
✔️ Loss of appetite
✔️ Painful swelling on the chest, belly, or along the body
✔️ Abscesses that eventually rupture and drain

🦠 How It Spreads:
• Flies carrying bacteria from infected drainage
• Contaminated soil
• Contact with infected discharge

🚨 Not All Cases Are External

While many horses develop visible abscesses, some develop internal abscesses, which can be much more serious and require extensive veterinary treatment.

🩺 Treatment:

Treatment varies depending on the location and severity of infection. Your veterinarian may recommend:
✔️ Draining abscesses when appropriate
✔️ Supportive care
✔️ Antibiotics in certain cases
✔️ Ultrasound or additional diagnostics if internal abscesses are suspected

💡 Prevention:
• Aggressive fly control
• Promptly isolate horses with draining abscesses
• Disinfect contaminated areas
• Practice good biosecurity

🚫 Common Myth:

“Once the abscess bursts, the horse is fine.”

Not always. Some horses recover quickly, but others may develop additional abscesses or internal infections that require veterinary care.

Pigeon Fever can look scary, but early recognition and proper management can make a huge difference.

🐴 Have you ever had a horse with Pigeon Fever? If so, how did their case present?

06/30/2026

🌧️ Rain Rot: What It Is and Why Your Horse Has Crusty Spots

No, rain rot isn’t actually caused by rain. 🤯

Rain rot (also called rain scald) is a bacterial skin infection caused by Dermatophilus congolensis. It thrives in warm, wet conditions and can affect horses year-round if their skin stays damp.

🔍 Signs of Rain Rot:

✔️ Small bumps or scabs along the back, topline, rump, or neck
✔️ Tufts of hair that pull out easily with scabs attached
✔️ Crusty, flaky skin
✔️ Tender or sensitive areas when touched
✔️ Severe cases may have hair loss and raw skin underneath

🌧️ How Horses Get It:
• Standing in wet conditions for extended periods
• Blankets trapping moisture against the skin
• High humidity
• Poor grooming practices
• Skin damage from insects, scratches, or rubbing

🩺 Treatment:

✔️ Remove scabs gently (don’t rip them off)
✔️ Use antimicrobial shampoos as directed by your veterinarian
✔️ Keep the horse as dry as possible
✔️ Clean brushes, blankets, and grooming equipment

🚫 Common Myth:

“Just leave it alone and it’ll go away.”

Sometimes it does—but untreated cases can spread, become painful, and lead to larger areas of skin damage.

💡 Prevention:
• Allow horses to dry completely after rain or bathing
• Wash blankets regularly
• Don’t share grooming tools between horses with active infections
• Maintain good nutrition and overall health

Rain rot may look ugly, but with prompt treatment, most horses recover quickly and completely.

🐴 Have you ever dealt with rain rot? How bad was the worst case you’ve seen?

06/28/2026

🐴❤️ Feeding Senior Horses: Growing Old Gracefully

Just because a horse is getting older doesn't mean they can't thrive.

As horses age, their nutritional needs often change. Some seniors maintain weight easily, while others seem to lose condition no matter what you do.

Things to watch for:

🔹 Difficulty chewing hay
🔹 Quidding (dropping partially chewed feed)
🔹 Weight loss
🔹 Muscle loss
🔹 Changes in appetite
🔹 Difficulty maintaining condition

Many senior horses benefit from:

✔️ Regular dental care
✔️ Highly digestible fiber sources
✔️ Increased calories when needed
✔️ Soaked feeds for horses with poor teeth
✔️ Consistent access to quality forage

One of the biggest mistakes owners make is assuming weight loss is simply "old age."

Many older horses can maintain excellent condition with the right nutrition and management.

A horse's age doesn't determine how they should look.

Their body condition does.

What's the oldest horse you've owned or known?

06/26/2026

🌿🐴 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.

What are some of the wildest alfalfa myths you've heard?