Grooming is one of the best parts of owning a horse. It’s a great way to spend time with your horse to build that bond, and it’s always fun to make your horse look show ready. Plus, grooming is necessary to keep your horse physically and emotionally healthy. Unfortunately, there are a few pitfalls that […]
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Top Tips for Grooming Your Horse this Fall
Fall has finally arrived, and you’ll need to change the way you approach horse grooming in response. As the summer coat finally starts to shed away, different strategies must come into play if you want to keep your horse looking show-ready as the temperatures start dropping. Learn how to groom your horse this fall, and […]
Why You Should Groom your Horse
Several factors go into taking care of your horse, but grooming is among the most important. Not only is it essential for keeping your horse looking healthy, but it’s necessary to keep them physically healthy as well. That’s why it’s common to see horses grooming each other when they’re playing together. Learn why you should […]
How to Grow Manes
A mane could be your horse’s best feature, but not without some work. Breakage is your number one enemy when trying to grow out a mane. Finding what causes the breakage and fixing it will allow the hair to grow and be strong. Diet and Health If your horse is having a hard time with […]
Identifying and Treating Thrush
This time of year is hard on hooves; the threat of thrush is constantly looming. It’s important to examine your horses for any sign of the bacteria or fungus that causes deterioration of the hoof, specifically around the frog. Identifying The easiest way to identify thrush is a smell. Thrush is very potent and has […]
Identifying and Treating Rain Rot
Rain rot can be annoying and hard to treat if you don’t catch it soon enough. Learning how to identify and treat rain rot will save you so much time and keep your horse healthy and happy. Rain rot is characterized as scabs on your horse’s skin that peel off in clumps and cause hair […]
When it’s Time to Detangle
Those days when your horse comes in from their pasture and looks like a rat nested in their mane you know it’s time to detangle. Everyone loves a horse with a nice, thick, and flowing mane but that look come with extra care. Detangling can be a daunting task but here are some tips to […]
Breaking Stall Boredom
As the weather gets more predictable your horse may start spending longer periods inside. Weather isn’t the only reason a horse might end up needing to spend more time in a stall. If a horse is injured or has a medical condition they may go on stall rest. It’s important to try to accommodate your […]
Safe Treats for Humans and Horses
Thanksgiving is a fun holiday where everyone gathers and eats delicious food. You might want to involve in your horse in the festivities and give them a special feast of their own! Believe it or not there is a lot of food that horse can eat that are available at any grocery store, but beware […]
Winter Riding Routine Tips
You’re winter riding routine should be different from your summer routine. Here are some things to add and be mindful of during your rides this winter! Before You Get On Cold weather does not bode well for leather tack. If your leather tack is harder than usual make sure to oil it before use. The […]









