Prepare your horse for winter with Acupressure
When the temperature drops, everything slows, including both wild and domesticated horses. In the wild, herds move more slowly than in any other season in…
Category: Horses
Amber Marshall – the Heartland star opens up about life, love, and horses!
This young Canadian actress has managed to thrive on and off screen for the past 13 years. Her secret? Create a life you love! As…
6 tips for teaching kids about horses
Horses make wonderful companions for kids – and vice versa! The key is to set them up for success by imparting some basic safety precautions…
Treadmill exercise and your horse
Equine treadmills are increasingly found in therapy centers, research centers, and even some training facilities. Learn how the rehabilitating or conditioning horse could succeed with…
Working with your horse’s lumbar spine
Learn how gently palpating certain areas along your horse’s back can help promote mobility and reduce restriction in her lumbar spine. It’s very common for…
Tips for finding the perfect horse farm
First time buying a horse farm? Here are expert tips to help you discover your dream property. Investing in an equestrian property is perhaps one…
The ultimate A–Z of horse grooming tools
Looking for some new horse grooming tools to add to your tack box? Check out this A–Z list of must-haves! There are hundreds of horse…
Why amino acids are important to your horse’s diet
Gaining a better understanding of the different amino acids and how they work will help you better plan your horse’s diet, and ultimately help him…
Overcoming fear after a riding accident
Coping with and moving past your fear after a riding accident isn’t easy. Get back on the horse by taking these important steps and safety…
Eyebright (Euphrasia officinalis)
Does your horse have weepy, crusty eyes? Eyebright might be just the natural fix you’re looking for. Eyebright is a very efficient herb – during…
New bill would ban doping horses on race day
Animal welfare advocates have been calling for federal regulations that ban the dangerous practice of doping horses on race day. This fall, the proposed bill…
10 essential oils blends for your farm
When carefully selected and diluted, essential oil blends can offer numerous benefits to us and our horses. Use these DIY recipes to integrate these healing…
