Katie Navarra

Katie Navarra has worked as a freelance writer since 2001. A lifelong horse lover, she owns and enjoys competing a dun Quarter Horse mare.
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Desensitizing Horses to Needles
While many horses tolerate vaccinations and blood draws well, you can help desensitize your horse to the process if he doesn't.
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Tips for Maintaining Your Riding Arena Footing
Maintaining your arena footing will prolong its life and reduce the risk of injury for horses and riders.
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Desensitizing Horses to Unfamiliar Stimuli 
Using positive reinforcement training to create associations that new sights, signs, and smells are good can create confidence and boldness in horses fearful of novel situations.
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5 Horse Facility Timesavers for Fall
As colder days approach, use these time-saving tips to help you prepare your farm for winter.
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Staying Organized: Tips for Horse Farm Recordkeeping
These 4 tips will help you keep your personal or boarding barn files more organized, boosting your efficiency.
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Equine Body Condition Scoring
Regularly scoring your horse’s body condition will help you manage him properly for good health and welfare.
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Planning for the Inevitable: Horse Burial and Disposal
Preparing for your horse’s end of life care can make the experience less stressful. Two experts share options for burying or disposing of your horse’s body.
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Assessing Your Horse's Quality of Life
Saying goodbye to a horse is hard. An animal welfare authority describes how you can assess your horse’s quality of life and make the best plan for him.
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Helping Horses Sensitive to Storms
Increasing your horse's positive experiences during storms can help him become less anxious over time.
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