Any horse at any age can make a great companion. For example, a senior horse in his twenties should not be discounted or taken for granted because he’s likely great for younger riders and as a pasture pal. Furthermore, some of these older horses can still be ridden in competitions if they’re in good shape, […]
What Is The Pony Club Good For?
We’re big advocates for enrolling young equestrians in the USPC, or United States Pony Club. Whenever we meet a new, teenage rider we immediately recommend they consider joining the USPC. There are numerous reasons why we’re so pro-Pony Club, which we’ll talk about below. First up is that it teaches the young equestrian about horsemanship. […]
Full-Board VS Self-Care Barn
We recently made the switch from our full-board barn to a self-care facility where we’re in complete control of our horse’s care. After a few years of having someone else take care of our horses, it’s safe to say that we won’t be going back to a full-board barn for several different important reasons. Not […]
How To Find a Good Farrier
Some people new to the wonderful world of horses may not understand the importance of a good farrier. As the dad who just pays the horse bills, and isn’t necessarily into horses outside of giving treats and scratching those hard-to-reach places, I can relate. I’ve recently been made aware of just how important it is […]
Does My Horse Need Supplements?
One of the more hotly debated topics out in the horse world is if a horse needs supplements or not. Just like with people, horses need certain minerals and vitamins in their diet to remain happy and healthy. Some folks say that it’s necessary for their animals to get these minerals from natural means, while […]
Does My Horse Need a Fly Mask?
We are currently heading straight into the active fly season across the entire United States. This means that all of our horses are about to be driven absolutely bonkers by these flies, some of which bite. There are certain steps that you can take to help your horse feel a little more comfortable during fly […]
How to Get Your Horse To Drink More Water
Water is an important part of your horse’s diet. All ponies, as well as all people and living things, need to take in enough water each day in order to be healthy. If your horse doesn’t take in enough water he could get sick which is obviously not a good thing. But some horses, like […]
Just Bought A Horse, Now What?
Buying a new horse is exciting, but knowing what to do after the purchase can be a little intimidating. First things first, you must make sure the animal is in a spot that limits his chances of getting hurt. He should have a pasture for grazing purposes and some room to run the sillies out […]
Reasons Not To Buy a Horse, And What To Do Instead
It may be strange to think that a horse person such as me would ever try to steer someone away from buying a horse. After all we’ve had a handful of our own ponies over the past several years, and still have one of them. Horses are a lot of fun, each with a personality […]
Mistakes People Make When Buying A Horse
Buying a horse is a daunting task, and if you’re not careful you could end up making a big mistake that could cost you a lot of money, not to mention the stress it could cause the animal. The below guide will help you learn from mistakes we’ve made, as well as some our friends […]