JB Ranch & Stables

06/02/2026

Managing horses, cattle and acreage in western Washington can be such a joy, and a challenge. This time of year reminds me how blessed, and challenged, we are with this amazingly fertile soil. We are always extremely concerned with horse health for numerous reasons. This time of year horse weight and nutrition management is a major concern for horse owners in this area. At JB Ranch, one of our most valuable partnerships is with Dr. Kent Tooman. Recently we had a great chat with him about horse weight, exercise, and metabolic syndrome. He shared a podcast with us that he recently participated in regarding this exact topic. I wanted to share this podcast with you all! If you haven't had the chance to work with Dr. Tooman, you are missing out! I look forward to every visit from Dr Tooman and we all feel heard, and well informed, and the end of every visit I've been working in the equine industry for over 32 years and am constantly looking for ways to become better in this trade. Kent Tooman is a stellar resource.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6OwsK1TzqPaWziVW6C77K8?si=RqWyxw1MQZ-Jek8tAj17aA

Dear Horse World · Episode

05/31/2026

It's that time again! The tractors are back out in the fields making some premium cattle hay. What a beautiful life!

05/11/2026

Orville Rd and 162 is getting a new power pole. Enjoy the slow down :(

05/03/2026

While the tractors were in the fields starting haying season, we were in the arena chasing cattle! Another great day, with great people. Thanks to everyone who joined us today!

05/02/2026

Somebody found some keys in the front parking lot this morning. Are you missing keys? Let us know!

04/30/2026

The weather is beautiful! The grass is growing, birds are singing, and the trails are fantastic. We are thankful for our year-round arenas, but so excited to ride in the fields, hit the trails, and take in some of this amazing PNW scenery. Look at these happy, healthy cattle just soaking up the sun!

04/29/2026

Update: It's Open Again! If you're headed to the ranch from down south today, be sure to come thru the town of Orting. Orville Road is closed South of JB Ranch from a mudslide.

04/29/2026

Only 2 Team Sorting Practices left before we shift gears for the summer riding season! It's not too late to get in on the cattle action! Practice is this Saturday, 05/02, and we just had a few spots open up! Claim your spots in the practice today! Sign up online and let us know you'll be at the practice. AM set starts at 9 AM, PM set starts at 1:30. It doesn't matter if you're new to cattle or experienced! This practice is ideal for all riders. Limited riders in each set to give you maximum time on cattle without a lot of waiting around. 32 riders in the morning, and 25 in the afternoon.
https://www.cognitoforms.com/BrandonAmos/SortingPenningPracticeSignUps

04/23/2026

If you're headed to JB Ranch today, you may want to wait until later in the day. Expect traffic delays in Pierce Co. during the largest lahar emergency drill across the county! The News Tribune has a pretty good article listing the impact in various cities.
https://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/community/puyallup-herald/ph-news/article315503105.html