Trailer Safety Do’s & Don’ts
Are you savvy about trailer safety? Check these do’s and don’ts for key reminders, then follow them for peace of mind whenever your horse is in or around your trailer. DO make a thorough check of your entire hauling rig before each trip, examining the hitch, tires (wear and pressure), lights, brakes, and especially the floor […]
The Savvy Way To Stock Your Trailer
Pack along a few vital items just in case you trip doesn’t go as planned. The drive home from the show was supposed to be short—only 20 minutes with your trailer in tow. But an accident has shut down the highway. A line of cars stretches as far as the eye can see, ahead and […]
Blanket Blunders
Learn how horse blankets can cause more harm than good, and what you can do to avoid common blanketing mistakes. The young girl taking care of the geriatric mare while her owner was out of town had called my emergency pager in a panic. “Misty has a terrible wound on her withers,” she gasped through […]
PREPARE FOR WINTER
Ready For The Snow To Fly? Use A Pre-Winter Checklist To Prepare Everything From Your Horse To The Barn For Cold Weather. Use a pre-winter checklist to prepare everything from your horse to the barn for cold weather. As horse owners, you know that winter can be challenging for your horses, your equipment, and your […]
Ranch Horse to Trail Horse
Discover why ranch horses are well-suited for the trail and tips for finding the right one for you. You know what it’s like to ride a horse that acts up, is a spook, or is generally high-maintenance on the trail. Having the right horse can make or break your experience. While any horse can become […]
SUMMER HEALTH CHECKLIST
Summer is super for riding, but it also brings potential health challenges. Here’s what you need to know and do to protect your horse. • Heat. Avoid riding in extreme heat, especially combined with high humidity to avoid the risk of heat stroke. If you do ride when it is hot, supply frequent rest/water breaks, and […]
5 THINGS TO CONSIDER IN THE FIGHT AGAINST FLIES
These 5 tips and reminders can help you do your best to protect your horse, as warm weather and flies return with a vengeance. You’ve read up on fly control, studied the types of flies you’re doing battle with, and implemented the best procedures you can to keep them at bay. Now what? Here […]
MAKE YOUR TRAILER A FLY-FREE ZONE
Whether it’s a long or short journey, you want your horse to travel comfortably in the trailer. This means providing him with the means to do so and keeping your trailer a safe and clean space. Fighting flies in the trailer might seem like a fruitless battle, but there are few ways that you can […]