Jessica Rude

Equine Expert

Jessica Rude is an Equine Expert currently working on a cutting horse ranch in Valley View, Texas as well as a horseback riding center in Princeton, Texas. Previously, she was a Trail Guide and Wrangler at a camp and retreat center In Dallas, Texas, and an Equine Breeding Barn Manager at a reining ranch in Tioga, Texas. Jessica holds a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science with an emphasis in Equine Science from Tarleton State University. She has studied equine nutrition, reproduction, and management. Jessica specializes in equine breeding as well as instructing horseback riding lessons, leading trail rides, recognizing equine illnesses, and administering treatments.

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Co-authored Articles (5)

How to

Read a Racing Form

Racing forms, which are typically sold at race tracks, are independent publications that provide a comprehensive history of the horses participating upcoming races. They are an invaluable tool for “handicapping;” det...

How to

Breed a Horse

If you have a much loved mare you may dream of breeding her and raising her foal. However, making that idea a reality involves a great deal of money, not to mention potential health risks to the mare. You need to be very...

How to

Make a Horse Run Faster

Horses are intelligent and elegant animals that can bring a lot of joy and adventure to their owners and others. One of the most exciting characteristics of a horse is its ability to run very fast in competitions or free...

How to

Train a Race Horse

Owning and training a racehorse is a rewarding pastime, especially if you make it to the competitive circuit. But how can you get started? You've come to the right place. We'll walk you through the entire process: breaki...

How to

Start a Horse Breeding Farm

Starting a horse-breeding farm takes research, planning, and hard work, but it can be a fun, fulfilling project once you dive in. First, you will need to determine if this is the right business for you, find an appropria...