What to do if your horses escape
Try as we may to keep our horses contained, accidents are inevitable. Here’s what to do if your equine companions escape. The gate was left…
Category: Horse Lifestyle
Can sheep improve your equine pasture?
Cross-grazing is a popular pasture management practice that many farm owners swear by. Before implementing it on your own farm, be sure to review these…
Tips for camping and trail riding with horses
You’re all packed and ready for your equine camping trip. Now let’s focus on some helpful tips for trail riding at your destination. Among the…
How to help your horse cope with dry weather
Your horse’s ability to tolerate dry weather is largely affected by her temperament type. Once you determine this, you can take steps to help her…
Should you microchip your horse?
A microchip might seem unnecessary, but it’s one of the best ways to identify your horse in the event of theft, escape or natural disaster.…
What you need to know about EMF exposure and your horses
EMF exposure poses a significant threat to the health and well-being of your horses. Here’s how you can protect them. Horses are known to be…
Horses slow permafrost thawing
Grazing animals, including horses, have been shown to drastically slow the thawing of permafrost in the Arctic. Permafrost in the Arctic is thawing at a…
Betty’s Best is changing the way people groom their horses
With their impressive line of grooming products, including the popular StripHair® Gentle Groomer, Betty’s Best is making grooming sessions more enjoyable — and beneficial —…
The ultimate guide to camping with horses – planning and packing
Want to embark on that camping trip you’ve always dreamed of? Proper planning can help ensure a smooth, safe experience for you and your horses.…
ASPCA National Adoption Weekend aims to find homes for horses in need
The ASPCA is inviting animal shelters and rescues, as well as individuals, to participate in National Adoption Weekend from June 5-7, 2020. This nationwide event…
Now is the time to step up for vulnerable dogs, cats, and horses
In the face of the COVID-19 outbreak, animal welfare organizations and their communities have admirably stepped up in courageous ways to continue providing care for…
Tips for supporting pollinators on your farm
Bees and other pollinators offer numerous benefits to your farm’s ecosystem. They’re likely already living there, but here are a number of steps you can…
