NOCO Equine

10/13/2026

Me: I’m going to finish winterizing the waterers today

The four-year-old: Actually, you’re doing fencing today 🤦‍♀️

10/13/2026

A pretty fall walk in the woods with the best barn family ❤️

10/10/2026

When you’re trying to be a good boy for the farrier but all your friends are out playing and this is stupid 💅

09/19/2026

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🐴😂or screaming...

09/14/2026

Ride in the sunshine. Chase the wind. Breathe the wild mountain air 🌄

08/31/2026

✨Chanel ✨
is looking for a part time or full time on site lease at NOCO Equine!
7 year old OTTB
Great temperament, very forward and loves her job. She is still learning so an experienced rider looking to get more time in the saddle is perfect. 1 lesson a week is included to ensure both horse and rider stay on track.
Not a beginner type horse, needs a rider that’s a confident leader.
Chanel is an amazing jumper and loves to show, the opportunity to show her is also available for the leaser!
Chanel is such a fun ride!
PM me with questions or for more info!

08/24/2026

‼️Boarding Availability‼️

We have a stall opening September 1! It’s been months since we’ve had one come available - if you’ve been waiting, this is your chance!

08/20/2026

It’s a lifestyle, not a hobby. What can I say 🤷‍♀️ and we absolutely can tell time: 5 minutes plus “oh and I just need to go check on that one thing…” = 3 hours. It’s simple math 😄

I have been a horse husband for 22 years and have learned a few survival tips and tricks over the years in navigating the psychology/psychosis of your equestrian, an anonymous contributor writes. There is a helpline for people considering a relationship with a horsey person, and it can be found at 1-800-DOL-LARS.

The horse comes first.

I have witnessed my wife in an evening gown and high heels muck out a horse stall. Too many date nights and engagements have been rescheduled due to mysterious horse ailments that only the equestrian can see. “Something seems off with Pookie” means we are waiting for the vet. A horse will throw a shoe at the most inopportune moments. I suspect our horses know when we are going somewhere and have mastered the “sympathy limp.” Your horse will receive chiropractic treatments, massage therapy, new $250 shoes every six weeks, a new haircut when it is hot out, and a regular sheath cleaning. DO NOT COMPLAIN about any of these things, especially the sheath cleaning, or their costs, as you will lose this argument. Just nod sagely and go drink a b**r.

“Can you help me for a second?”

This is a trap. It is never a second. Horse people have zero concept of time. There are cross ties everywhere and enough bailing twine to circle the earth in every barn. Holding a lead rope with a horse attached is an invitation to be mauled, stepped on, or nibbled at. The horse knows a noob when it sees one and will instantly haze you. Equestrians have superhuman strength they can utilize, but it can only be called upon while in a barn. They don’t need your help. You are there to offer empathy for any and all barn and horse issues of the day. Grab a b**r, sit down, and listen while agreeing with everything said.

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