Tack room makeover
Check out these eco-friendly and affordable tips for transforming your tack room. Considering changes to your tack room? Maybe you want to get more organized,…
Category: Horses
Your horse: the frame of his body = the frame of his mind
Learn to use your own body language to shape your horse’s body, so he feels good mentally and wants to be with you. Horses are…
One Planet, One Health – human, equine and ecosystem wellness
When we consider the connections between human, equine and ecosystem health, a more holistic, integrated understanding of wellness emerges. The “One Health” approach is gaining…
Shade and shelter for your horse
Protecting your horse from sun, wind and storms can be as simple as giving him access to a hedge, trees or hillside – or building…
How riding surfaces impact the hoof
Your horse’s hooves are resilient and adaptable, and can handle varied riding surfaces – as long as you pay proper attention to basic hoof care,…
Equine leaky gut syndrome
A leaky gut allows undesirable molecules into your horse’s body, adversely affects her nutrient absorption, causes inflammation, and may seriously impair her bodily functions. Does…
Top 10 books for horse lovers
Our list of top 10 horse books for your reading pleasure covers a wide variety of genres, from love to war to the classics. Are…
Special Report: Ticks & lyme disease in the equine
Caused by ticks, Lyme disease can have serious consequences for your horse. Protect him by arming yourself with the latest information. Lyme disease (LD) has…
Cross train your horse’s mind with Mountain Trail
Physical conditioning is important for your horse, but cross training his mind may be even more critical. Here’s how the exciting discipline of Mountain Trail…
Hoof boots for a sore horse
Hoof boots can be a lifesaver for rehabilitating a sore horse. Know their benefits and challenges. As a professional trimmer, I often encounter sore horses.…
Complementary therapies for equine allergies
Equine allergies present a complex problem. Fortunately for your horse, a multi-pronged holistic approach can treat the underlying cause. Allergies are a manifestation of an…
The importance of incisors and their effect on the whole horse
The length and angle of your horse’s incisors must stay consistent throughout his life because they affect the TMJ and molars, which in turn impact…
