Great Christmas Gift Ideas!

Hello everyone! Can you believe Christmas is almost here? Even if you haven't started your holiday shopping - no need to panic! I've been having a great time coming up with a list of my personal favourites in a variety of price ranges. So, without further ado, my favourite gift suggestions - all from our fabulous sponsors!

Apple Saddlery
Canada's Equestrian and Outdoor Superstore.

For those who are already avid collectors as well as those who just love horses, Painted Ponies make gorgeous and memorable gifts. The Trail of Painted Ponies have become one of the most beloved collectibles in America, Canada, Australia, the UK and Europe.

Ornaments start at $19.95.
Figurines (resin or ceramic) $69.95 or less.

If you do a lot of showing, you can never have too many Stock Pins! It was impossible for me to choose just one, so I've included a link to a whole page! $8.95-$14.95.

For anyone whose feet feel like icicles all winter long, Bogs riding boots are heaven-sent. Bogs will keep your toes toasty even when it’s -40°F! 100% Waterproof, Non-slip, and a fabulous gift for a special horsey friend! $159.95.

Bakers Saddlery

The local tack shop with international flair, Bakers brings in the very best for horse and rider from around the world.

For the equestrian fashionista, Bakers carries beautifully fitted Arista Vests in multiple colours and designs. $94.50 to 104.95.

For a very special horse: An exquisite Black and Tan Leather Halter $72.50.

From stocking stuffers to competition essentials, choose from Bakers' fabulous array of brushes and grooming products to put together the perfect personalized gift. Call 905-8879441 to find out more!

Bit Blanket

The Bit Blanket electric bit warmer is a convenient, economical way to share the warmth with your horse this winter! And at this price point, it’s a great gift for your barn manager too! $39.95.

Bucas Blankets

Shamrock Power Cooler

This cooler is gorgeous! What’s more, it is an ideal multi functional blanket that performs superbly as a sweat, travel and light stable blanket. The unique Stay-dri functionality saves time and rug changes and ensures that the horse is always comfortable. The anti bacterial lining helps keep the rug fresh and in good condition. $118.

Power Turn Out

This versatile blanket offers the best possible strength, durability, and quality. The Stay-Dri lining combined with the heat reflective aluminium coating and the silver exterior extends the temperature range at which the Power Turnout can be used. (-15C to +20C). This rug can be put on a wet horse the same way as a sweat rug. It will quickly dry the horse and can be left on avoiding extra rug changes. $316.

Canadian Horse Journal

Give your friends a year of reading enjoyment from the publishers of Canada’s leading horse magazines. Canadian Horse Journal brings together horse lovers from across the country to celebrate Canadian achievements, help horse owners to better enjoy and care for their equines, and explore the international arena from a uniquely Canadian perspective.

Annual Subscription $27

Current subscribers gift subscription for a friend $19

FITS Equestrian Wear

What can I say? FITS full leather seat breeches are quite simply a game-changer.

Rather than using a single piece of leather as in traditional breeches, FITS features a brilliant design using segmented leather panels, giving you all the security you could ask for, while actually allowing you to sit down into the saddle!

Their website says: "Once you wear FITS you will never ride in anything else again." They're not kidding.

Full leather seat breeches start at $240.

Top them off with a gorgeous waffle tech show shirt $59.99 and stock tie $32 and you'll look and feel amazing!

Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals

Founded by Dr. Gordon Chang, Omega Alpha manufactures supplements based on proven scientific research and testing. Currently Omega Alpha manufactures over 100 natural health products, many of which have been clinically evaluated by pharmacists and medical or naturopathic doctors.

There are so many outstanding supplements to choose from, I'll mention with a few of my favorites. You can browse their website Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals for more information and ideas.

For your horse: Sinew-x (the gift of soundness) 1 gallon retails for around $139.00, Biotic 8 ( the gift of better digestion) 1 - Kg $80.00, Gastra-FX (the gift of a comfortable stomach and a happier horse) 1 gallon $125.00.

For your Pet: Probiotic 8 Plus (better digestion for your pet) 500gr is $48.00.

For People: Ultra Probiotic Plus (for better digestion) 60 veggie caps $28.99.

Schleese

Internationally renowned Certified Master Saddler, Jochen Schleese has created an outstanding range of dressage saddles specifically with women in mind. The superb quality and design leave no detail overlooked and the result is complete support and comfort for the rider and optimum freedom for the horse.

My personal favourite (and one of their most popular models) is The Wave. Riding in it is a little piece of heaven! $5,295.00.

Not gifts, but worth mentioning for you and your horse all year round...

Boehringer Ingelheim

A Barnmice community sponsor producing vaccines you can trust for your horse's health.

Calvenza is the only rhino/flu vaccine that has 1 year duration of immunity, contains the most up-to-date strain of influenza and has an Assurance program.

Vetera vaccines are new West Nile virus vaccines with the most up-to-date strain of West Nile virus and also comes with an Assurance program.

Both vaccines are safe with very low reaction rates. Ask for them by name.

For more information, visit Boehringer Ingelheim.

Intercity Insurance

From amateur riders to international competitors, Intercity can help you with all your insurance needs.

A Barnmice community sponsor,Intercity is a general insurance broker providing insurance solutions to clients from coast to coast - in Canada.

They specialize in the insurance needs for the agricultural community including horse mortality insurance, farm property insurance, liability insurance for equine activities and much more. If you need insurance, they are the people to call!