Training a horse isn’t just about how hard they can work. It’s also about how they respond, recover, and adapt over time. Changes in heart rate, activity, recovery, and other physiological metrics can provide valuable context when you’re evaluating conditioning… Continue Reading →
Equine gastric ulcers are one of the most common health concerns affecting horses of all ages and disciplines. From performance horses and racehorses to pleasure horses and retirees, ulcers can impact appetite, attitude, body condition, and overall performance. For years,… Continue Reading →
As summer heats up, keeping your horse cool and comfortable becomes essential, not just for performance but for overall well-being. Horses can struggle to regulate body temperature during hot and humid weather. Cold therapy helps reduce inflammation, support recovery after… Continue Reading →
If you’ve ever noticed clusters of tiny yellow or cream-colored specks stuck to your horse’s hair, you may have wondered what they are. Those stubborn little spots are likely bot fly eggs, and while they may be unsightly, they’re also… Continue Reading →
Water is the most important nutrient in your horse’s diet, yet it’s often the one that’s easiest to overlook. Most horses have constant access to fresh water, but that doesn’t always mean they’re drinking enough. Hot weather, exercise, hauling, competitions,… Continue Reading →
Summer brings longer days, busy show schedules, and plenty of opportunities to ride. But it also brings heat and humidity that can take a toll on your horse. While proper hydration, shade, and electrolyte replacement remain essential, nutritional support can… Continue Reading →
If your horse seems to lose weight, muscle, or overall bloom every summer, you’re not imagining it. While many owners expect horses to thrive on lush pasture and longer days, summer can actually be one of the most demanding times… Continue Reading →
Pony Finals is one of the biggest events of the year for young equestrians and their ponies. Months of lessons, horse shows, and preparation all lead up to one exciting week in the ring. And if you’re staying home this… Continue Reading →
Summer is prime time for horse shows, clinics, trail rides, and long training days. It’s also one of the most demanding seasons on your horse’s body. High temperatures, humidity, increased sweating, and frequent travel can all impact hydration, muscle recovery,… Continue Reading →
Long summer days might mean more time in the saddle, but for horses dealing with sweet itch, it can also mean relentless discomfort. Also known as summer itch or insect bite hypersensitivity, sweet itch is a seasonal battle that many… Continue Reading →
Summer is one of the best times of year to be at the barn, but it also brings some of the biggest challenges for horse owners. Heat, humidity, flies, mosquitoes, ticks, and other pests can quickly turn turnout, training sessions,… Continue Reading →
When summer temperatures rise, many horse owners focus on keeping their horses cool and comfortable. But heat stress in horses is far more complex than simply overheating after exercise. It is a whole-body physiological challenge that can affect hydration, digestion,… Continue Reading →
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