Helpful Links to Horse Sources

Healthy Horse and Pet Supplements

We are proud to be Independant Dynamite Marketing Distributors as Dynamite products provide THE HIGHEST quality vitamin and mineral supplements for all living creatures. We use it here at Walking-After-Midnight Farm (formerly Bailey's BlackWidow Farm), on all our horses (and personal Dogs, Cats, Goats too), to reduce the risk of collic and to boost their immune system. Within 3 months time we reduced our feed bill by over 1/2, increased the weight on all our horses, coats are noticeably healthier and horses are relaxed and bright eyed. No wonder Dynamite provides a money back guarantee as their products are the finest available.

To go to my Dynamite Website, please select this link https://www.dynamitemarketing.com/melissabailey

Horse Associations

American Horse Council
Organized in 1969, the AHC has been promoting and protecting the industry by communicating with Congress, federal agencies, the media and the industry it on behalf of all horse related interests each and every day. The AHC is member supported by individuals and organizations representing virtually every facet of the horse world from owners, breeders, veterinarians, farriers, breed registries and horsemen's associations to horse shows, race tracks, rodeos, commercial suppliers and state horse councils.

Spotted Saddle Horse Breeders & Exhibitor's Assoc. (SSHBEA)
The SSHBEA is a non-profit, member-owned breed registry established in 1985 to promote one of America's most beautiful and versatile horses - the spotted saddle horse.

Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders' and Exhibitors Association (TWHBEA)
Headquarters in Lewisburg, Tennessee, the TWHBEA is the oldest and most prestigious organization devoted to the promotion of the breed.

Walking-horse.com

See lots more Tennessee Walking Horses for sale on this site. These horses are absolutely gorgeous! Walking-After-Midnight.com is a featured website on this site as well.

International Champagne Horse Registry
Identifying, defining, promoting and registering horses of Champagne color.

Champagne Horse Breeder's & Owners' Association
Non-profit incorporation dedicated to documenting and registering horses with the champagne gene, promoting knowledge of the gene, and promoting the horses that carry the gene.

National Walking Horse Association (NWHA)
Official Website of the NWHA. Nationwide group of Walking Horse owners, breeders, trainers, and enthusiasts working to maintain the standard of training and showing practices of the Tennessee Walking Horse.

American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP)
The AAEP is the world's largest professional association of equine veterinarians. Its mission is to improve the health and welfare of the horse, to further the professional development of its members, and to provide resources and leadership for the benefit of the equine industry.

Animal Welfare Council (AWC)
Supports the use of animals in recreation, entertainment and sport. The AWC is dedicated to advancing the responsible and humane use of animals in these activities.

North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA)
The North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA) promotes equine facilitated therapy and activity programs in the United States and Canada. Today NARHA represents a growing number of equine assisted therapies and activities, including recreational riding for individuals with disabilities, hippotherapy, equine assisted psychotherapy, driving, vaulting, competition and other therapeutic and educational interactions with horses. More than 30,000 individuals with disabilities are served each year through NARHA programs.

The Pleasure Walking Horse Association of Tennessee (PWHAT)
Assoc dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the flat-shod Tennessee Walking Horse.

American Riding Instructors Association
Established in 1984 to help promote safe, knowledgeable horse riding instruction. Home of the nationally recognized

American Riding Instructor Certification Program (ARICP).

Ameerican Competitive Trail Horse Association (ACTHA)
www.actha.us
Their mission is to provide an enjoyable venue showcasing the wonderful attributes of the great American Trail Horse, granting them the recognition they so richly deserve.
To maintain a registry open to all breeds and a point designation system which will stay with each horse for its lifetime, thereby adding to their value and distinction.
To enable the humane treatment of horses in need.
ACTHA donates up to 50% of its proceeds to eligible horse charities annually.
This website is a must for every trail rider!! Please take a look at their site.

Horse Boarding
Long L Ranch Horse Boarding & Lessons Roping Lessons & Practice
www.LongLRanch.com
Joe (301)573-2608 Clear Spring, Maryland

Horse Veterinarians

Mountain View Equine Hospital (1540)377-5700 or 1(866)905-5700 is a full service medical & surgical hospital. The most advanced equine practice in the Valley! IRAP, Stem Cell and PRP Therapy available and new affordable MRI scans. www.mveh.com

This hospital saved my horses life. I highly recommend them!!!! Melissa Bailey

Even though I moved to Virginia from Tennessee 7 years ago, I still call Dr. Baker almost daily. (God Bless Him).

Dr. Randy Baker, DVM. He is the Walking Hore Trainers Assc. vet and everybody who is anybody in Tennessee know and admires him. If you have Walking Horse health issues, or any horse health issues, he is THE source.

And, he also breeds the best Jack Russell's in the southeast! Jack Russell Terriers - AKC Reg.

See Dr. Bakers web page: http://www.farmingtonequine.com/first.html (931)359-7393 Melissa Bailey (The Bailey's have Bonnie, one of his presitigious JRT's). World's most spoiled dog.... See her in the background of many of our horse photos and video's.

Horse Trainers

Emmanuel Equine Facility
Virginia’s most patient, talented and kind horse trainers. Professional horse trainer for 17 years, certified by American Riding Instructors Association in Hunt Seat, Stock Seat, and Stable Management. Training of Andalusians, Quarter Horses, Arabians, Appaloosas, Tennessee Walking Horses, and Mustangs. Disciplines conducted: imprinting, starting under saddle, Hunter pleasure, Western Pleasure, Halter, Showmanship, Trail, and Racking.

The Unicorn Foundation is a non profit organization for the promotion of animal cognition studies and the use of good behavior analysis and modification techniques. Animals that assist intelligently with their own training and behavior modification are happier and work as well adjusted colleagues in any endeavor! Find out more about our programs by visiting our website at www.unicornfoundation.org. We have programs for trainers as well as offering help for owners whose animals aren't as cooperative as they could be. DressagingTheUnicorn@cox.net

Marty Lowe doesn't have a web page, but he's my friend and one of my most trusted horse trainers. He has been training Tennessee Walking Horses and Spotted Saddle Horses for trail pleasure, (only), no show ring stuff, for at least 20 years and has been starting colts using natural horsemanship methods for Melissa and Charlie Bailey for 10 years. We love the results we get from horses broke out by Marty. He's a hard worker and he's got talent and ethics. He and his family live in Cornersville, Tn. and his phone is (931)293-2441. If you want your horse to become a real trail horse with a natural smooth gait, you couldn't do any better than Marty.

Bud Tucker also trains our horses for us in Lewisburg, Tn. He and his partner David Cashion have talent and patience and know how to start your colt (gently) and put real trail miles on your horse. I am delighted with the colts Bud and David have trained for us and we will be sure to keep colts with them as long as we are in the horse business. Call Bud and David at (931)334-1987 and tell them Melissa sent you! (Don't think these guys have a web page either but they are Tennessee finest!)

Horse Services

Pet ID Tags
High quality, durable, custom engraved Pet ID Tags, Dog ID Tags, Cat ID Tags.

Pet DNA Services of AZ
Providing DNA testing for equine colors, diagnostic test for Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis (found in some lines of Quarter Horses), Tobiano (including homozygosity), Letal White overo, Sabino-1 (SB1), Red Factor/ Black (including homozygosity), Agouti, Cream Dilution.

Animal Genetics, Inc.
Recognized leader in DNA analysis for animals. Genetic testing: Lethal White Overo (LWO), Red Factor, Tobiano, HYPP, Agouti (Bay/Black), Cream Dilution, Sabino 1 (SB1).

B&J Sunshine Ranch and Horse Transport
The very best in safe, conscientious, and clean horse transport for your precious one.

Horse Equipment and Tack

Two Time Tack http://www.twotimetack.com
When your horse wants to wear a saddle that fits.
1251 Frederick Street, Hagerstown, Md 21740 (866)739-6615

Knotheads Horse Tack

At Knotheads they use the highest quality polyester and nylon rope, for strength and UV protection, on the market from Sams on Technologies and New England Rope manufacturers.

Gifts for horse lovers
http://www.onestopequineshop.com/catalog/Horse_Gifts_and_More-220-1.html Gifts for Horse Lovers
Find a variety of gifts for horse lovers at OneStopEquineShop.com, your online horse source. With hundreds of great gifts for horse lovers, it’s hard to go wrong with our fantastic selection of horse gifts.

Supplements

We are PROUD distributors of Dynamite animal nutrition products. Ask Melissa how she has reduced the risk of collick and decreased the grain bill by more than 1/3 - the "by product" =s HEALTHY HORSES. (And dog's cat's goats, etc.).

The mission of Dynamite and each of its distributors is to improve the lives of all living creatures, extending from people and horses to dogs, cats, ferrets, alpacas, birds, zoo animals as well as plants and crops. The cornerstone of our success has been and always will be quality. Our manufacturing process is done with careful detail to ensure each finished product meets the Dynamite standard. Because of this, Dynamite guarantees the quality of our products 100 percent.

To learn more about our products and make a purchase, please click on www.dynamitemarketing.com/melissabailey and then a species/header on the left navigation. The products available for each category will be listed under each heading. Simply click on the product to learn more and make your purchase and or call Melissa (540)303-0569 or email Melissa@Walking-After-Midnight.com. Your horse will thank you.

Horse Events

Equine Affaire
The nation's premiere equine exposition & equestrian gathering.

TWHBEA
Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders' and Exhibitors' Association upcoming events.

SSHBEA
Spotted Saddle Horse Breeders' and Exhibitors' Association

Horse Links

Transferal of Ownership (TWHBEA)

Coat Color Calculator

Bucksnort www.Bucksnorttrailride.com Linda and Tony Baker run the best darn trail ride we've ever been too (west of Nashville off I40 about an hour). This is where Melissa and Brenda run away to several times a year to ride horses!!!! And this is what it’s all about folks. Riding horses and there is not a more fun place to ride then Bucksnort Tennessee. It's where God goes when she goes on vacation!

Mike and Donna Howell bought 4 horses from us in Jan. 2010. (Gus, Magic, Little Joe and Buddy) and then started renting horses for trail rides on their fabulous farm in Graysville, Ohio! They also rent Canoes and Kayaks. Please check out their web site www.manddhorses.com and call them at 740.934.2575 for more information. You'll never meet nicer folks and the horses are gentle and smooth :) The farm address is 35163 State Route 26 Graysville, OH 45734

Homeless Pets

Animal Shelter Fayetteville/Lincoln County TN.

This is the Animal Shelter where I was the web master. Please go to this site and tell ALL YOUR friends! Animals are dying for you to go there. Literally. So please - check out these homeless pets. (931)433-3726 or email critters@ainweb.neT

Winchester S.P.C.A.

This shelter needs your support too. Visit their website to see all the wonderful companions they have waiting to be adopted by you!

115 Featherbed Lane
Winchester, Virginia 22601
540-662-8616
spca@winchesterspca.org

Horse Farms

www.dreamcatcherhf.com - Dreamcatcher Farm is a friendly, family run stable situated on 11 acres in Bellingham, MA . We provide a safe and comfortable environment welcoming riders of all levels & all disciplines. Lessons, board and leasing are available

Wild Wind Farm
Rambling Rooster, Homozygous Tobiano Stallion

Laurindle Stable
WGC bred stallions, Tennessee Walker, Golden Palomino Stallion, broodmares.

Farmington Equine and AKC Reg. Jack Russell Terrier Kennel
Produces quality Tennessee Walking Horses, Spotted Saddle Horses, and Parson Russell Terriers

Southern Equine.com
Horses for sale located in the Southern states. Equine supplies, equestrian gear, horse property for sale, sell your horse online with video or slideshow ads.

Broken R Stables
Tennessee Walking Horses :: Perlino, Champagne, Blue Roan, Buckskin, and Greys. Show ring or trail riding horses. Gaited stallions, bred mares, young gaited horses for sale. Puppies: Jack Russell Terriers, Schipperkes, Yokshire Terriers, Maltese, West Highland Terriers, and Papiollons.

Legacy Spotted Walkers
Perlino Double Auouti Yearling Stallion, Tennessee Walking Horse Stallion, Palomino Tobiano Colt, Palomino and Buckskin foals. Black, Chestnut, and Bay mares, Champagne Tobiano Filly. For sale in Utah.

Dr. Judy More - Moore & Foust Farm
Classy and well bred Tennessee Walking Horses for trail or show

Brown Shop Road Farm
The definitive TWHBEA Stud Bud ’s Sterling Bullet (one of our favorite’s!)

Burnum Big Oak Farm
Jacks, Jennets, Mules and Draft Horses

Vacation Rentals

River House WV

River House is an original 1925 Sears Craftsman bungalow set above the sparkling Cacapon River. Its charming 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths and spacious living areas can comfortably accommodate couples as well as parties of up to 8 people. You can have quiet walks in the country, bike rides, fishing, floating, rest in the gazebo, on the deck, or at the private river access.

Bella Mattina B & B. Located only two miles from the center of town (Berkeley Springs, West Virginia) an 1850’s restored farm house resting in a 100 year old oak canopy with a beautiful view of Sleepy Creek Mountain. It offers two spacious and distinctly different rooms on the second floor with touches of local artistry in each. http://bellamattina.com/ Bella Mattina Bed and Breakfast

Sites of Interest

Susan Lynne's Medium Link

Melissa says: When Susan talks, I listen. She has surprised and inspired me and helped me focus on the things that are truly important in my life. My life is VERY different (BETTER) today than it was 4 years ago when Susan first read for me because I listened and knew her words were the truth.