On The Right Lead

  The ponies are feeling fuzzy and frisky! Fall is a wonderful time to get out in the cooler air and enjoy a ride! Whether you are a fan of forest, or beach, or groomed arena, there is nothing better than sharing some time with our equine buddies. ------------------------------------------------------------------- New at Rainbow Ag -- Standlee Premium Forage products. Since their establishment in 1981, family-owned Standlee has been dedicated to carefully growing and manufacturing sun-cured forage products. Quality forage is the foundation of every horse’s diet. Standlee products offer a wide variety of premium forage-based feeds includes Alfalafa, Teff, Timothy and...

The sun is setting earlier, the kids are back in school and the mornings have a bit of a chill … and your horse is looking a little colicky. Colic is more common certain times of the year, and fall is one of those times. It’s not the weather that actually causes impaction colic – it is more likely the changes in management and behavior. There are actions we can take, as horse owners, to help our horses move into the autumn and winter weather healthy and sound. Pasture grass quality declines in the fall, so we often feed more...

August – If you are a competitor, you are probably on the road this month. If you are a trail rider, you might be looking for a cool place to ride (see below!) And if you are a student, well you are looking at Back To School! Make heading back to class a little more fun with something new to wear. Back to School styles are arriving in the Rainbow Clothing and Boots Department now, and to make it even more sweet, the Back to School Sale, August 2 through 8, takes $10 off every $50 purchase of clothing and...

Happy Independence Day! Whether you are galloping down a beach, roping in the rodeo arena, or camped out in the forest, here’s wishing you a fun, safe and enjoyable Fourth of July! Make your celebration a fun and safe one for everyone, including your horses, dogs and other critters. Depending on your situation, be aware that loud fireworks can startle and frighten many animals. While some horses will graze right through the local booms, others might become agitated or panicked. It’s a good idea to do a safety check of your pastures, barns and stables to be sure that all...

Father’s Day is coming right up, and everyone knows Rainbow is Dad’s favorite store! Whether your dad is a cowboy, a contractor, a businessman or just a good guy, you’ll find something he’ll love at Rainbow. Our clothing department is full of boots, jeans, western shirts, and hats to make your dad look great this summer. Or check out our Outdoor Power Equipment department to see all the new stuff from Milwaukee, Stihl, Husqvarna and more, including battery-operated machines that will make dad’s life easier as he does the chores around your ranch. There are great deals, and keep your...