Boots Equestrian

“Do you want to see my PONY?” 🐴😂

(Yes… it’s exactly what you think.)

Every future athlete deserves a favourite stuffie.
This one needs a name!

It might look silly now, but introducing foals to soft toys early has some real advantages:

🐴 They learn that “weird new things” aren’t scary.
🧸 A familiar toy can provide comfort during big life changes like weaning, shipping, moving to a new barn, or arriving at the sales grounds.
🚛 The same stuffed companion can travel with them to the training centre, racetrack, or new home, giving them one familiar piece of “home” wherever they go.
🧠 Building confidence isn’t just about physical training—it’s also about creating positive experiences with novelty from day one.
❤️ And let’s be honest… it’s pretty hard not to smile when a future racehorse proudly carries around his favourite pony.

Will he take this one all the way to the winner’s circle?

Probably.

Will he admit it in front of the other c**ts?

Absolutely not. 😂
He’s Out On Bond… that’s a reputation to uphold.

Does your horse have a favourite stuffed animal or an unusual comfort object?

Apart from good emotional health, this guy’s physical health is supported by McKee-Pownall Equine Services Duncan Stewart Brooks Equine Nutrition and his exceptional momma AllWeHaveIsNow and his brilliant sire Bond Street.

✨Glow-Up Season: Activated. ✨
From gangly foal to serious yearling.

At 8 months old she was all legs, angles, growth spurts, and awkward phases—the kind of youngster that makes you squint and change to yourself: ‘trust the process’

Fast forward to 15 months, and the pieces are starting to come together. More strength, more balance, more athleticism, and a whole lot more presence. She still has plenty of growing and developing ahead of her, but it’s exciting to watch a young Thoroughbred begin to look like the racehorse she was bred to be.

The yearling stage is where patience starts to pay off. Not because they’re finished—but because you finally get a glimpse of what’s possible.

We’re looking forward to seeing what the next chapter holds for this filly. 🏇

Keep your eyes on Souper StellaNova and brush up on your Latin 😉 she’s destined to be the NewSouperStar



It takes a village!
CTHS Ontario Braeview Farm McKee-Pownall Equine Services Brooks Equine Nutrition Duncan Stewart Kate Robinson

POV: You bred for a smaller foal… and got THIS!! 👀
Keep an eye on this one! He’s Out On Bond!

At just 8 weeks old, this c**t is already enormous beside his 16.2hh mama — despite intentionally breeding her to a smaller stallion in hopes of producing a more moderate-sized foal. 😅

So now the question is…

How big do we think he’s going to get? ⬇️

One of the most debated topics in breeding is how much influence the mare versus the stallion has on size. While stallion selection absolutely matters, mare size, uterine environment, genetics hidden deeper in the pedigree, growth rates, nutrition and overall development all play a role in the final outcome.

A smaller stallion doesn’t always guarantee a smaller foal.
A big mare can still produce a giant.
And sometimes the “surprise package” ends up being the standout athlete.

Breeding is part science, part strategy… and part mystery. ✨

When planning a cross, breeders often try to balance:
▪️ Height & bone
▪️ Scope & athleticism
▪️ Growth rate & maturity
▪️ Rideability & durability
▪️ Market goals and discipline

But at the end of the day, genetics LOVE to humble us. 😂

So tell us:
👉 How tall do you think this c**t will finish?
👉 Have you ever bred for one outcome and gotten the total opposite?
👉 Do you think mare size or stallion size has the bigger influence?

🩺Outstanding vet care by .kate &
🍎Individual feed program by
🍡Appropriate supplement support by
🥗All the Hay by .caledon
🐎Smaller Stud 🫣: Bond Street standing at TC Westmeath with Carey
🤝Exceptional breeder support from

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A great farrier job doesn’t end the moment the horse walks away from the cross ties.
What happens between visits matters just as much.

Caring for the external hoof wall between trims and shoeing appointments helps protect hoof integrity, maintain balance, and support long-term soundness — for both elite performance horses and everyday partners.

Why hoof wall care matters between visits:

• Helps prevent cracks, chips, and wall separation
• Supports nail retention and shoe stability
• Protects against excessive drying OR over-softening from changing weather conditions
• Maintains better breakover and balance as the hoof grows out
• Helps performance horses maintain peak efficiency and comfort during training and competition
• Keeps trail, pleasure, and retired horses more comfortable moving around daily
• Preserves the quality of the hoof capsule for future farrier work
• Encourages healthier overall hoof growth over time

Performance horses ask a lot from their feet — but so do everyday horses navigating mud, turnout, hard ground, changing seasons, and daily movement.

“No hoof, no horse” is repeated often for a reason.
Healthy movement starts from the ground up. 🐴

Thank you for creating products that truly support hoof health between cycles.
for consistently putting thoughtful process into the balance of our growing horses.
for the feed support that initiates great quality growth.
for ensuring saddle fit that allows for balanced movement and development, ultimately supporting the whole horse.

She’s 15 months old. She has speed, coordination, agility (with a lead change) and confidence!
And she’s still got time to develop.
The difference between a 15-month-old Thoroughbred and an 18-month-old heading into a yearling sale can be remarkable.

Those months matter.

Proper turnout over varied terrain helps develop balance, bone density, coordination, and natural muscle — something that managed exercise can’t fully replace. Hills, open fields, changing footing, and freedom to move, all play a role in building the athletic foundation we hope to see later under tack.

A thoughtful prep program isn’t about making babies look “finished.” It’s about supporting healthy development while carefully introducing conditioning, handling, routine, and strength.

Between 15 and 18 months, many yearlings will naturally:
• deepen through the shoulder and hip
• add topline and muscle tone
• strengthen through the hind end (she already has sprinter b***y!)
• improve coordination and balance
• mature mentally with consistent handling and turnout
🫣 her paddock mates have not matured however they provide great testimony to her ability to manage chaos and diffuse awkward situations 🙄

The best-prepared yearlings still look like horses allowed to grow up naturally — athletic, confident, and correct in their movement.

Good prep enhances development. It doesn’t rush it.

Keep a close eye on this filly. She’s a special final edition for the late great Canadian leading sire Souper Speedy out of Kentucky bred mare AllWeHaveIsNow (Bellamy Road).