Valentine’s Day isn’t just for romantic partners – it’s the perfect time to show your appreciation to the barn friends who keep your horse life running smoothly. Whether you’re looking for something practical, fun, or just a little bit sparkly,… Continue Reading →
Have you been thinking about hot oiling your horse, but you’re not sure where to start? Hot oiling is a technique used by professionals to achieve a healthy, glossy shine in their horse’s skin and coat. It’s especially helpful during… Continue Reading →
As summer bears on with bright sun and green grass, it poses unique challenges for horses and their owners. From relentless insects to soaring temperatures and concerns over calorie intake, managing turnout becomes crucial for equine health and comfort. Enter… Continue Reading →
Garlic has been around for ages, mostly used to flavor food. But did you know it also has a multitude of health benefits? This holds true for both people and animals, including horses. Whether you’re trying to combat fly season… Continue Reading →
Scratches, mud fever, dew poisoning, or greasy heels. Whatever you call it, this skin infection plagues horses exposed to muddy and wet conditions throughout the year. Treating persistent scratches can seem like an intimidating job. However, we’ve put together some… Continue Reading →
Coughing, sneezing, and itching have entered the chat. Just like humans, horses can suffer from seasonal allergies. Allergies are abnormal reactions to substances found in the environment. These reactions can manifest into skin allergies, such as hives, and respiratory allergies,… Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Flies, mosquitoes, and gnats, OH MY! While we are glad to see the warm weather here to stay, we know it means one thing: pesky bugs. Tail swishing, hoof stomping, and flinching are annoying features we all know and hate…. Continue Reading →
Spring has sprung!…but does your horse have their spring vaccines? The warmer weather probably has you thinking of trail rides with friends or the horse show coming up. Before you head out, make sure your horse is up to date… Continue Reading →
Now that we’re well into spring, most barns are scheduling their semi-yearly vaccination and deworming day. Having an established deworming routine with your veterinarian is an essential part of horse ownership and barn management. Don’t: Leave Parasites Unchecked When left… Continue Reading →
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