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The Fall Horse Health Checklist: What to Do Before Winter

Fall is the perfect time to take a closer look at your horse’s health and routine before colder weather settles in. Pasture changes, shorter days, cooler temperatures, and more time spent in the barn can all mean adjustments to your… Continue Reading →

Fall Hoof Guide: Navigating Moisture, Mud & Nutrition

The cool fall weather brings more than just bright leaves and crisp air. It also brings challenges for your horse’s hooves. As the climate shifts from wet to dry and back again, the constant cycle creates ideal conditions for infections… Continue Reading →

How to Safely Transition Horses From Pasture to Hay

As the seasons change, so does your horse’s forage. When pasture growth begins to slow down, many horse owners start increasing hay to help maintain a consistent source of fiber. While this may seem like a simple switch, a horse’s… Continue Reading →

Fall Vaccination Tips for Horse Owners

As temperatures cool and summer winds down, fall is a good time to take a closer look at your horse’s vaccination schedule. Whether your horse is heading into the winter show circuit, traveling to new facilities, or simply settling into… Continue Reading →

When Should You Deworm Your Horse?

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When spring and fall roll around, so does deworming season. But with so many products and compounds available, choosing the right one for your horse can feel overwhelming. The good news? You don’t have to guess. Modern parasite control is… Continue Reading →

Bot Eggs: What Every Horse Owner Should Know

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 →

Is Your Horse Drinking Enough Water?

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 →

Why Horses Lose Condition During Summer and What to Do

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 →

A Horse Owner’s Survival Guide to Sweet Itch

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 →

Hot Weather Heroes: Best Cooling Gear for Your Horse

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 →

Summer Care: Insights into Managing Heat Stress in Horses

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 →

Spring Tack Check: What to Clean, Condition, and Replace

Spring is here, and with it comes longer rides, show season prep, and a much-needed reset for your tack room. If you’ve followed our guide on How to Properly Care for Your Tack this Winter, you’re in good shape. But… Continue Reading →

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