Equestrians are known for being just a little obsessed with their horses. But getting good photos? That’s another story. The good news? You don’t need a fancy camera or years of experience to take better pictures of your horse. With just a few simple tricks, you can level up your snapshots—whether you're using a smartphone, a point-and-shoot, or a DSLR/mirrorless setup.
What do baling twine, grain bags, supplement containers and scraps of leather have in common? They are all precious horse owner collectibles! Most times, we save it all because we believe there will be a future use for it somehow, but most of the time, the pile just keeps growing and growing and growing. Early spring is the perfect time to clean out and refresh the barn as you prepare for the hustle of spring and summer. Having a decluttered barn can welcome in the change of season.
Water is the most essential nutrient source for all living beings. And, for horses, it's important to have fresh, clean water available at all times to keep them healthy. How you offer water to your horse can make all the difference whether he drinks or doesn't drink.
Anyone who has ever had horses in winter will tell you it's no picnic, but we endure it yearly because we love our horses and would do anything for them. While there's no way to take away all the headaches, there are ways to make ourselves and our horses a little more comfortable until spring rolls around. Read on for a few tips on how I keep our horses, Olivia and Sierra, comfy and healthy during the winter months.
A horse barn is essentially a tinderbox, with hay, dust, cobwebs, and wood mingling with electricity and potentially hot hay bales. It’s one of the most difficult things you can defend against, but there are ways to reduce your risk and prevent massive loss.
If you don’t have access to an indoor arena, winter riding may feel limited based on your location. However, with a well-thought-out plan and patience for gradual progress, you can turn this season into a productive training period. By focusing on incremental improvements and adapting to weather conditions, your winter riding routine can still contribute to meaningful development for both you and your horse.
Coming up with the perfect winter riding attire will be trial and error until you find what works best for you—these are only tips in hopes of steering you in the right direction. Just remember KISS: Keep It Simple and Safe. Maddie has accumulated a few tricks to help you survive and maybe even conquer the cold weather. This first blog post will focus on how she dresses to keep warm while riding and working in the barn.
Your horse’s blanket is a big investment, and you want to make sure you get the most out of your money to keep your horse comfortable and warm. But you also want him to be safe.
As horse owners, you want to provide the best care for your horse. Many horse owners will invest thousands of dollars in healthcare products to keep their horses comfortable, healthy and happy. Because of this, there has been an increase in the use of complementary therapy products such as magnetic, cold or ice and ceramic. From hock wraps to halter covers, sheets to tendon wraps, the variety of therapeutic options can leave your head spinning.
The million-dollar question is … to blanket or not to blanket?
Unfortunately, there are no quick answers to this question. And, most times, there are no wrong answers. There are several factors when choosing whether to blanket or not to blanket your horse.
