How To Prep For A Stress-Free Show
Your horse performs perfectly at home, but goes to pieces at his first show. What’s wrong? Prepare him for a stress-free show. You’ve worked hard…
Category: Horses
Trail Riding First Aid
Learn first aid for hoof emergencies in one of the most inconvenient environments you and your horse will encounter – out on the trail. Accidents happen.…
To Lease Or Not To Lease?
Follow these three tips for creating a worry- free lease arrangement. The start of a new show season inspires many competitors to lease or purchase…
Planting A Horse Friendly Garden
When planting your garden this year, include your horses in your plans. Many of their favorite veggies, fruits and herbs can be easily and organically…
Pony Nutrition
They may be small, but ponies are tough and hardy and their nutritional requirements differ from a horse’s. Here’s how to feed your pony like…
Discover, Treat & Prevent Tendon Injury
Learn how to discover, treat and prevent common tendon injuries in your equine athlete. If you have a performance horse, you probably know that tendon…
Advance Your Riding – Bitless!
With certain hunter/jumper shows now allowing bitless equipment, the idea of leaving bits out of advanced and competitive riding is gaining more ground. Riding bitless has…
Hoof Wear and Tear – Part 1
Hoof wear and tear is natural, but have you ever looked at the wear patterns on your horse’s feet. They’re telling you something important. Have…
Choosing The Right Trainer
Choosing a trainer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for your horse. Learn what to look for in a professional. If you’re…
When Are Horses Mature?
The debate over when horses physically mature is a common one, heard from the barn aisle to the backstretch. One rider digs deep to separate…
How To Check Vital Signs
Being able to evaluate your horse’s vital signs during a potential health crisis can mean the difference between getting him appropriate help in time, or…
From Shod To Barefoot
If you think switching your horse to going shoeless is difficult or even impossible, think again. Follow one show horse’s successful journey from being shod…
