6 Horse Care Essentials Every Horse Owner Needs
Every horse has different needs, but there are a few horse care essentials that every horse owner should have on hand. Whether you are a trail rider or avid competitor,…
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Category: Daily Maintenance
What do I look for in a good boarding barn?
We've already discussed the common types of boarding available in many areas, but choosing what type of boarding is best for your horse is only the beginning of the process.…
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What is the difference between full board and partial board?
Being a first time horse owner can be a bit intimidating. The process of just finding the right horse to buy is hard enough, but if you don't have anywhere…
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5 Common Horse Myths Busted
Here are a few common horse myths that you've probably heard before and might believe, all of which are untrue. Horse Myth 1: All horses need grain or some type…
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10 Ways to Afford a Horse on a Budget
Owning a horse can be a very expensive endeavor. A half ton animal with a near suicidal propensity for self harm requires a great deal of food, maintenance, and--if you…
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Mud Management Solutions for Pastures and Paddocks
Spring is here. The snow is melting and the ground is thawing. The days are getting longer and better riding weather is just around the corner. But with the spring…
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4 Ways to Improve Your Horse’s Winter Fitness Regimen
With winter in full swing, many of us in the northern hemisphere are dealing with plummeting temperatures and the ever-present threat of snow. Those of us not lucky enough to…
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Horse Blankets 101: Blanket Measurements
So, you now know what type of blanket you want. But when you get to the tack shop, it’s not just as simple as picking out a stable blanket or…
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Horse Blankets 101: Types of Blankets
It’s that time of year again. Time to start breaking out those blankets in preparation for winter. For those who already blanket on a regular basis, you probably already have…
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Fall Barn Prep
It's that time of year again! Summer is almost gone and winter is coming. It's time to prepare once again for those short cold days. Here is our checklist for…
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5 Tips for Trailering Your Horse Long Distances in the Summer Heat
Headed for a world championship? Trailering a new horse in from out of state? Going on a horsey camping trip? There are so many reasons you might be trailering your…
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No frog, no hoof
A common saying in the horse industry is “no hoof, no horse.” I’ve taken that saying one step further: “no frog, no hoof.” I am studying under my father…
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6 Tips for Beating the Heat This Summer
1. Save riding and strenuous activity for early morning or late evening hours Morning and evening are the coolest hours of the day when the sun is lowest in the…
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Top 10 Good Horse Care Habits
1. Hose your horse off as part of your post-ride care routine Hosing off your horse with cold water does two things. First, it cleans the sweat off the horse’s…
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