Regular Sleep: Why it’s important
A lot of people think that when a horse lies down it means he’s ill. Truth is, he may just be enjoying a good sleep!…
Category: Horse Lifestyle
Tail end: Dealing with Grief
“Perhaps it was through her own experience of loss and grief that she was able to empathize with others who were having a difficult time.”…
Bonding with your horse
Your horse is a living, breathing being, so bonding with him and developing a relationship built on mutual trust is extremely important to his well-being.…
Fence options
Knowing your horses are safely enclosed in their fields means educating yourself on the many fence options available. Good fences make good neighbors. This couldn’t…
Forming a Relationship With Your Herd
Humans and horses share the need for complex, emotionally rich and enduring family relationships. There is an amazing depth and range of emotions within the…
Barefoot transition: tips for success
The concavity and quality of your horse’s sole may change (for the better) as you transition from shod to barefoot. Barefoot guru Pete Ramey’s favorite response…
The power of positive thinking
Can your horse read your mind? I’m sure most readers would say, “yes, at least to a certain extent.” Some may even assert their horses…
Pre-Ride Preparation
We warm up before exercise, so why not do a little pre-ride preparation to improve mental focus before a ride? To begin your pre-ride preparation,…
Equine Acupoints
Acupressure, like acupuncture, is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine. It helps direct us in supporting a horse’s health by allowing life-promoting energy, called Chi, to…
Bareback Riding
Do you remember when you were a kid with your first horse or pony? Do you remember when you would gallop away, bareback riding across…
Holistic therapies for better well-being in your horse
Nowadays, there are countless holistic therapies that can be used to improve the health and well-being of your horse, and many are easy to do…
Bonding games to play with your horse
In addition to being a fun way to bond with your horse, games that involve precision, focus and purpose will help you establish yourself as…
