April showers bring May flowers and flies. That’s how that goes, right? It’s an equestrian’s most dreaded part of the warmer months. But luckily, we have developed many lines of defense to arm ourselves (aka our horses) against the pesky… Continue Reading →
When a horse (or a human) exerts itself by walking, running, jumping, or any sort of movement, the muscles activate, therefore placing tension on the adjoining tendons and bones. This movement then triggers the bones, tendons, muscles, and other systems… Continue Reading →
Just like humans, our horses can experience allergies, especially during the changing seasons. Most commonly, we think about reactions to bug bites or a bad meal presenting as hives or dermatitis. But did you know your horse can inhale allergens… Continue Reading →
For some of us, hauling our horses down the road is an often occurrence. Whether headed to a show, a park for some trail riding, or perhaps in between facilities for training, we have our routine down pat when it… Continue Reading →
Birds chirping, sun shining, warm breeze blowing… There’s so much to look forward to as Spring rolls in. But along with the longer days and warmer temperatures comes the dreaded shedding season. As our horses blow their winter coats, it… Continue Reading →
Horses are hardwired to be alert and on the lookout for predators. This natural instinct can sometimes make them a bit nervous. If a horse is nervous and constantly on edge, it can lead to further problems such as poor… Continue Reading →
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