Bluebonnet Barn Talks & Tours: Sarah Dawson

[@MarkMahnken]

Who braids those manes and why do you braid them? I took several lessons from Richard when you were in Ojai. You were there a couple times. Just wondering how long it takes to braid those manes like that. You make a great couple. Just bred my mare to Shiney Outlaw and now have a 9 month old buckskin stud colt. He is gorgeous. I bred to Shiney Outlaw because of your world record run narrated by Sandy Collier. Very impressive!! I used to tell everyone that if I could ride like anyone on the planet it would be Richard but after your run on Shiney Outlaw I now want to ride like a girl.

[@BluebonnetAnimalNutrition]

Such a great question! We actually asked Sarah how long it takes to braid Trudy's mane...an hour! Manes are braided to protect hair and keep horses with longer manes cooler during daily exercise! They must be maintained frequently to achieve good results. Of course, the best nutrition out there helps them grow long, strong, and shiny!