How to Achieve Well-Balanced Saddle Time
We’ve all heard of work/life balance, which is a particular challenge to achieve for most people. Balance in any part of life is important, meaning one thing dominating too much time and attention could create issues in other parts of life. What does this have to do with horses and saddle time? Actually, quite a […]
English vs. Western Riding: Similarities and Differences
Have you ever wondered about the differences between English riding and Western riding? Horse people are understandably passionate about their riding style and discipline. Of course, we all tend to back up our preferred style, but there is a rhyme and reason for the characteristics of each specialty. English saddles and riding are more formal […]
How to Manage Equine Seasonal Allergies
Has your horse suddenly developed dry skin or a case of hives? Or does he sound like he’s having respiratory troubles? Just like people, a horse can suffer from allergies that often change with the seasons. Allergies are extremely common in horses and are largely linked to either the environment or nutrition. Even if your […]
5 Horse Hoof Care Tips
You can keep your horse’s foundation healthy by providing it with frequent and regular hoof care. Environment, weather, terrain, horseshoes, heredity, turnout frequency, and nutrition all impact your horse’s hoof health. Fortunately, there are some simple ways that you can address this area of your horse’s care. Here are five basic tips for keeping your horse’s […]
A Guide to Horse Training Tools, Whips & Crops
There is a such a wide variety of horse training tools available that the choices can become overwhelming. The equipment required to properly train a horse and the methods used can vary depending on the person, the horse, and your overall objective. Here is a closer look at some of the most common horse training […]
7 Essential Horse Grooming Tips
Whether you have a show horse, a racehorse, or none of the above and just want to take the best care of your horse, you’ll need to put together a regular grooming routine. Grooming your horse will not only make their coat shine and promote better health, but it’s also time well spent between you […]