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Meet the Newest Additions to My Mini Farm: Baby Goats Galore!

Spring has officially sprung here at my mini farm, and you know what that means, baby goat season! This is one of my absolute favorite times of year, and I'm...

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Horse History and A Day Of Western Pleasure with Denver!

If there's one thing you'll quickly learn about me - I'm absolutely obsessed with horses. From my Quarter Horses at home to learning about other breeds and disciplines, every chance...

Mini Horse Breeding Update with Katie Van Slyke

Mini Horse Breeding Update with Katie Van Slyke

It's officially mini horse breeding season here at Running Springs, and I've been deep in the process with my girls, Regina and Karen. Breeding minis is a whole different ballgame...

Pregnancy Checking For 2026 Foaling Season

Pregnancy Checking For 2026 Foaling Season

In the world of horse breeding, hope and heartbreak often ride side by side. As we round the corner into June, Katie Van Slyke shared a major update on her...

Vet Visit for Baby Seven: Updates on His Recovery Journey

Vet Visit for Baby Seven: Updates on His Recovery Journey

At our farm, each animal holds a special place in our hearts, but none quite like Baby Seven. He's been home for nearly two months now, and today was a...

Everyone Is Back: Horse Breeding, Mini Animals, and Lost Dogs

Everyone Is Back: Horse Breeding, Mini Animals, and Lost Dogs

Welcome back to Katching Up With Katie! This week's episode is a fun, info-packed reunion with all four voices you know and love. It's been a while since the whole...

Bittersweet Milestones and New Bonds: Millie Joins the Big Foal Pasture

Bittersweet Milestones and New Bonds: Millie Joins the Big Foal Pasture

This morning was one of those bittersweet ones on the farm. Our very last foal of 2025, little Millie, finally got to join the big foal pasture with the rest...

Abigail's leaving

Rainy Days, Baby Goats, and Homestead Dreams

We've been filming all morning, and let me just say, there are lots of baby goats on the way. I'm not spilling the exact number, but let's just say you'll...

Becca on KUWK

Becca is Back Part 1 | KUWK

Today we're diving into a heartwarming and hilarious conversation about all things weddings with none other than Rebecca, Katie Van Slyke's childhood best friend, long-time guest, and all-around domestic queen....

Meet Coco: My New Mini Horse and the Future of Running Springs!

Meet Coco: My New Mini Horse and the Future of Running Springs!

I think it's about time I introduced you to the newest (and tiniest!) member of the family—meet Coco, my brand new mini horse mare! She's not just adorable—she's also bringing...

Katie and Abigail with wands

Katching Up with Katie: Harry Potter and All Things Universal

We had the best time in Ocala, Flordia! Even though we were there for the Sudden Impulse Charity Horse Show at the World Equestrian Center, we somehow found our way...

Team Roping 101: My First Cattle Roping Lesson with AQHA Pro Bryce Briggs

Team Roping 101: My First Cattle Roping Lesson with AQHA Pro Bryce Briggs

Today is all about stepping way outside my comfort zone. That's right, I traded in my reining saddle for a rope, dusted off my cowgirl boots, and took my very...

Finding My Reining Roots Again at Pond Hill Performance Horses

Finding My Reining Roots Again at Pond Hill Performance Horses

This week, I got to check something really exciting off my bucket list: riding a high-level reining horse at Pond Hill Performance Horses in Texas with the incredibly talented Kaci...

The Ultimate Guide to Mini Cows for Your Mini Farm or Homestead

The Ultimate Guide to Mini Cows for Your Mini Farm or Homestead

Mini cows are growing in popularity among small-scale farmers, homesteaders, and even suburban families looking for a unique pet. Whether you're curious about the cost, care, or whether mini cows...

Mare and foals in field

Managing Yearlings and Foals with Katie Van Slyke

If you're passionate about horse breeding, foals, and equine care, then you'll love following along with Katie Van Slyke as she manages her growing herd. From separating colts to introducing...

Q&A With My Bestie - Becca Miller!

Q&A With My Bestie - Becca Miller!

Welcome back to Katching Up with Katie! Today's episode is a little different because I'm in the interviewer's seat. Usually, Abigail handles this, but she's taking a well-deserved day off....