Can your horse help you set up obstacles for their own training? 🐴💪 Dune loves to work so much he even helps clean up!
Sweet Willow is off to her forever home! 💕 We’re so excited for her new adventure and can’t wait to see all the love and happiness ahead. Wishing her and her new family the very best! 🌟
Does this sound familiar? 👀🎁 If you said yes, don’t worry — we’ve got you covered! At Lazy Oaks Ranch, we offer some of the best ponies around, thoughtfully trained with care, consistency, and honesty.
3 reasons why Samson is terrible on trail 👀😂 …Just kidding — he’s a total rockstar out there. 🤠🐴
When your horse walks past a bold coyote like it’s just another Tuesday… that’s a Lazy Oaks horse. 👀🐺 Trail miles, real-world exposure, and steady minds — it’s what sets them apart.
Puddles? No problem. Rain? Saddle up. That’s the Lazy Oaks way. 🤠 Frosty and Shooter are proving again why our horses are built different.
🐴 Boone’s off to start his next big adventure! 💫 We’ll miss this sweet guy, but we’re so excited for him and his new family. Here’s to new trails and new memories ahead! 🤍
Spooky season at Lazy Oaks Ranch 🎃👻 Our horses got into the Halloween spirit — costumes, treats, and plenty of laughs!
Rainy days have a way of reminding us to slow down… 🌧️✨ Take a breath, look around, and appreciate the little things happening right in front of you.
Grateful for the horses who carry us, the land that grounds us, and the passion that keeps us chasing this life. Every day out here is a blessing 🤍🍂
Meet Luna 🌙✨ One of the newest additions to the Lazy Oaks Ranch family! She’s already stealing hearts and fitting right in with the herd 🤍🐴
BOO! 👻 Georgia and Oliver turned Sundance and Pearl into the cutest ghost horses around! 👻🐴 We’re loving the Halloween spirit here at Lazy Oaks Ranch! 🎃💨
After six wonderful years together, our boy Johnny Cash is off to his forever home in beautiful Santa Cruz 🌊❤️ He’s been such a special part of our herd and our hearts — full of personality, loyalty, and love. While it’s hard to say goodbye, we know he’s going to an amazing home where he’ll be just as loved and cherished as he’s been here. We’ll miss you, Johnny 🤍🐴
🤠🐴 Always Learning at Lazy Oaks Ranch 🐴🤠 Even when we’re not training horses, we’re still learning every day how to become better horsemen and women! Right now, we’ve been diving into reined cow horse lessons — and even Oliver and Georgia are sharpening their riding skills. In this industry, you never stop learning. There’s always another discipline to explore, new skills to develop, and more ways to grow with your horses. 🌟
🕊 We had an unexpected visitor at Lazy Oaks Ranch — a racing pigeon! After a little R&R from his long journey, he was ready to take off again. When we opened the crate, he shot straight into the sky — eager to get back home. Safe travels, Piggy! 💙
Georgia and Maple Syrup know the secret to a perfect summer day: a little splash and a whole lot of fun!
Nova, Poppy, and Dollar are the kids’ top picks to hang out with—and can you blame them? These cuties steal hearts every day!
You know your dogs are ranch dogs when bath time happens in the horse wash racks! 💦🐕 It doesn’t get more country than this! 🐾
Respect isn’t forced—it’s earned.
This is why Lazy Oaks horses are so different from the rest!
Would you let your teenager drive on the freeway without showing them how to operate the car?
Finding the balance between too firm and too soft is where real horsemanship begins.
Safely navigate around your horse in cross ties with expert tips in this informative video. Establish trust, avoid accidents, and enhance horse handling skills. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for valuable horse care and training content. Join our passionate equestrian community on Facebook. Watch now and master safe cross tie handling!
Discover the essential steps and techniques for proper horse grooming in our comprehensive tutorial. Learn how to establish a strong bond with your equine companion while maintaining their health and hygiene. We'll share insider tips on selecting the right brushes, identifying sensitive areas, and using gentle yet effective brushing motions. Gain confidence in handling grooming tools and ensure your horse looks and feels its best. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more educational content and follow Lazy Oaks Ranch on Facebook and Instagram (@lazyoakshorses). Let's embark on this incredible grooming journey together!
Join us as we explore the breathtaking waterfalls and rivers that have formed all around our ranch due to the heavy rainfall saturating the ground. Witness the raw beauty of nature's waterworks as we take you on a tour of our property. Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel, Lazy Oaks Ranch and follow our Facebook page at Lazy Oaks Ranch and our Instagram account @lazyoakshorses.
Join us as we explore the changes brought about by the heavy rainfall in our area. Watch as the normally dry creek turns into a flowing river, bringing life to the landscape. Don't miss the chance to witness the natural beauty of this unexpected event. Follow our Facebook page at Lazy Oaks Ranch and our Instagram account @lazyoakshorses, and don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel, Lazy Oaks Ranch, for more outdoor adventures!
Join us as we experience a rare event in California - a sudden snowstorm that makes us feel like we're back in Canada! Watch as we explore the beautiful snowy landscapes and share our thoughts on this unexpected turn of events.
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When Mother Nature throws you a curveball with an unexpected snow storm, sometimes all you can do is laugh. Join us as we share our experiences and humorous anecdotes from dealing with the aftermath of a rare snow storm. Follow our Facebook page at Lazy Oaks Ranch, our Instagram page at @lazyoakshorses, and our YouTube channel Lazy Oaks Horses for more fun content.
Join us as we take a drive on the snow-covered roads of our area with Ollie and Georgie. We had so much fun exploring the winter wonderland and taking in the stunning views. Follow our journey as we discover new sights and share our adventures with you. Don't forget to follow our Facebook page at Lazy Oaks Ranch, Instagram page @lazyoakshorses, subscribe to our YouTube channel Lazy Oaks Horses.
Join us for a breathtaking tour of Murrieta's winter wonderland, where the snow transforms the landscape into a peaceful oasis. Explore the stunning scenery of snow-covered trees and shrubs, and glide along the serene roads blanketed in white. Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience the beauty of winter with Lazy Oaks Ranch. Follow us on Facebook (Lazy Oaks Ranch) and Instagram (@lazyoakshorses), and check out our website (lazyoakshorses.com) and YouTube channel (Lazy Oaks Horses) for more amazing content. Stay warm and cozy, and let's enjoy this winter wonderland together!
Join us as we share how the recent snowfall transformed our ranch in Murrieta into a winter wonderland reminiscent of Big Bear! Follow along as we show you the snowy scenery and share our experiences with the unexpected weather. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook at Lazy Oaks Ranch and on Instagram at Lazy Oaks Horses for more updates!
We recently had some heavy rain at Lazy Oaks Ranch and were surprised to discover a beautiful waterfall in an area that typically doesn't see much water. Join us as we explore this hidden gem share our excitement with you! Subscribe to our channel, Lazy Oaks Ranch, and hit the notification bell to be notified of our latest videos. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at lazyoakshorses and on Facebook at Lazy Oaks Ranch for more adventures.
At Lazy Oaks Ranch, we're used to warmer weather, so when the snow starts falling, we can't help but laugh and joke about it. Join us for some lighthearted winter humor as we poke fun at our unfamiliarity with the snowy landscape. Follow us on Instagram at Lazy Oaks Horses and on Facebook at Lazy Oaks Ranch for more updates, news, and behind-the-scenes footage. Don't forget to subscribe to our You Tube channel, Lazy Oaks Horses and hit the notification bell to be notified of our latest uploads. Follow us on Instagram at Lazy Oaks Horses and on Facebook at Lazy Oaks Ranch for more updates and news.
Join Georgie at Lazy Oaks Ranch as she shows you the beautiful winter landscape and the frozen grass. The recent drop in temperature has caused the grass to freeze, creating a unique winter experience. Georgie was so excited to share this with all of you. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at Lazy Oaks Horses and on Facebook at Lazy Oaks Ranch for more updates and news. Also, subscribe to our YouTube channel, Lazy Oaks Ranch, and hit the notification bell to be notified of our latest uploads.
Join us for an unforgettable ranch experience at Lazy Oaks Horses during a recent rainstorm where our creek overflowed, and the gate was ripped down. In this video, we share our challenges and showcase the beauty and power of nature. This video is perfect for those who love to explore and appreciate ranch life. Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel, Lazy Oaks Ranch, and hit the notification bell to be notified of our latest uploads. Follow us on Instagram at Lazy Oaks Horses and on Facebook at Lazy Oaks Horses for more updates and news
Join us as we capture a rare winter event at Lazy Oaks Ranch - snow, rain, and cold! Although it's not the first time we've experienced this weather, it's still a rare occurrence in this area. Watch as we explore and enjoy the beauty of this unexpected winter wonderland. This video is perfect for nature and weather enthusiasts out there! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at @lazyoakshorses and on Facebook at Lazy Oaks Ranch to stay updated on our latest ranch news and updates.
Exciting news! Marigold, our beloved mare, will give birth to her foal in the next few days! Join us as we eagerly await the arrival of the newest member of our family. Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Lazy Oaks Ranch's Facebook and Instagram pages for more heartwarming animal videos and updates. Stay tuned for this incredible moment!
Introducing Mr. Johnny Cash the Kids Horse
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Saying good morning to Willow, Annabelle and our colt training donkey Finn.
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The boys going completely bonkers after being cooped up with all the rain
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Remy loves kissing the horses but I’m not sure Johnny appreciates his enthusiasm, lol
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Levi is just the coolest guy. Super smart and friendly!
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Ollie can barely reach the pedals but he is learning how to drive the Ranger. We’re so proud of him!
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Penny and Scarlet moving out of the barn and into their own pasture until the other mamas and babies join as soon as they are ready. We are so proud of Penny for staying calm and for Scarlet for doing a great job her first time leading outside of a stall.
The pond is getting there and about 1/3 full. We are hoping that it will fill in less than 1 week.
The pond is finally done and we are starting to fill it. We aren't sure how long its going to take but we know it will be a sure lot shorter than the 3 weeks it took to fill the big pond. We can't wait to start crossing horses through it.
Finishing the installation of sand and rock to protect the liner and provide good, safe footing for the horses to cross. This is the last step before filling the pond!!
The pond liner install is complete and it is ready to be covered with sand and rock in preparation for filling.
The last load of sand getting delivered for the pond!
Since we did a liner system we needed to put down a nice layer of sand above and below the liner to make sure it doesn’t get punctured.
This video is an introduction to working on the large circle. Smokey helps me demonstrate what we are trying to get done with each of our horses at a walk on the larger circle. Surprisingly it is often more difficult to get them to stay calm at a walk on a circle than at a trot or lope. I do almost all of this exercise at the trot and then drop down to the walk to master it.
This is hands down one of my favorite exercises because it gets so much done in a short time and makes it so that my 5 year old daughter can trailer load any of our horses. It is really important to do all of the other steps before this so that you have good communication and understanding with your horse before attempting it.
We find that one of the most under utilized training opportunities is every time you walk your horse on a lead rope. In this video I show you how to get the horse to stay right at your side even on a loose lead. This level of focus and staying right with us helps tremendously with trailer loading and walking your horse by scary objects. By doing this every time you walk your horse you will develop more trust and respect with your horse and work towards becoming the herd leader each time you lead your horse. Smokey had been on pasture for a couple of months before this video so you will see that he has a hard time keeping up when I walk a little faster. I show one of the ways we can get a horse to move their feet if they are dragging their feet and not keeping up with us.
At Lazy Oaks Ranch we do things a little bit differently. We want you and your horse to be happy together for years to come. We vet check our horses, float their teeth, vaccinate them and make sure all of their shoeing is up to date. We will tell you what we know of each horse and if we think the horse will be a good fit for what type of riding you will be doing. Come experience the Lazy Oaks difference.
In this video I show you how to get independent movement of the horses hips, shoulders and ribs. In training these skills on the ground you are creating a horse that is much more broke and the horse will understand what you want and ride much better for you once you hop in the saddle. This exercise makes a huge impact in the horses perception of you as the herd leader since you are getting independent control of more parts of their body. We feel these skills are incredibly important to ensure you and your horse have a strong relationship and good communication.
In this video I show you how we use a small circle and hind quarter yield in combination to move our horses feet in a calm and controlled manner. This builds the relationship, gives us more control over their feet and continues to gain their trust and respect. This allows us to continue to build and strengthen our position as herd leader.
Here I show you how to desensitize your horse by putting a rope all over their body including picking up their feet on request. This teaches them not to be worried or bothered by things touching them all over their bodies and to give up their feet whenever you ask. Your horse will learn to have a calmer mind and you will gain more trust and respect and work towards becoming the herd leader.
In this video I show you how to create space with your horse. This helps build a great backup, better stop while you gain trust and respect and work towards becoming the herd leader.
