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 →
Stall time doesn’t have to be boring! Whether your horse is on stall rest, kept in due to the weather, or just needs a little extra mental stimulation, enrichment toys and feeders can make a huge difference to their wellbeing…. Continue Reading →
While some of us are fully immersed in Winter Circuit activities, others of us have been laid up for the winter. Bringing a horse back to work after having time off is tough. Whether due to cold temps or an… Continue Reading →
Today’s advancements in medicine extend far past human technologies. For most equestrians, treatments and therapies for their horses are just as (if not more) important than themselves. Trainers and industry professionals across the country have one thing in common –… Continue Reading →
Winter as an equestrian is full of new challenges. Mud-covered legs and tails, cold, damp weather, and hairy coats can result in new frustration added to your grooming routine. You feel like your horse isn’t clean enough or now that… Continue Reading →
3… 2… 1… Happy New Year! Yes, it’s that time of year again – when we look back at all we’ve accomplished, experienced, and endured this year and prepare to make the leap into the next trip around the sun…. Continue Reading →
From clipping whiskers to legs to the entire body, clippers are an essential barn tool. But don’t you hate it when you are trying to clip a horse, and the blades just don’t clip? They snag, pull, and make lines…… Continue Reading →
Does your horse have a drinking problem? Picky, spoiled, high maintenance… whatever you want to call it, it’s safe to say some horses just are finicky. Whether you’re on the road and the water is slightly different than the spicket… Continue Reading →
It all sounds so simple… when it gets cold out, give your horse a blanket. When it’s warm, take the blanket off. But how do we define “cold” and “warm” for a horse? Cold can mean 50° to a Floridian,… Continue Reading →
For any equestrian, our horse’s care and well-being are often at the forefront of our minds. Luckily, many therapeutic and treatment options exist for us to keep our horses feeling at the top of their game. Poultice is a treatment… Continue Reading →
Helmets can protect you from head injury if worn correctly and properly cared for. But did you know that you should replace your helmet even if there’s no sign of damage? Just like you replace the tires on your vehicle… Continue Reading →
“Plan for the best but prepare for the worst.” Wise words to live by as an equestrian! As athletic as they may be, horses are somewhat accident-prone creatures, so it is best to always have a few things on hand,… Continue Reading →
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