A while back, one of the horses at a local barn got very sick and at first nobody knew what to do, or why he was sick. One of the thoughts put forth by the barn manager was that he ended up with a tick-borne illness. We ended up leaving that barn so we could […]
Horse Care
Why It Pays To Have a Good Relationship With Your Veterinarian
There are a lot of veterinarians out there. Even in our remote area, I can think of several different equine vets who travel, and several more who don’t travel. It’s a good idea to have a good relationship with your veterinarian, and it can actually save you a lot of headaches down the road if […]
5 Essential Skills Every Horse Owner Needs
After having been around horses just about every day for the past four years, I can say that there are certain skills that every horse owner needs to have, in order to be successful as an equestrian. Some of these skills are necessary to keep your horse safe and happy, and others are important to […]
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 […]
Bits and Pieces: Horse Bit Types, and When To Go Bit-less
There are a few different types of horse bits out on the market, and the one you choose will be largely dependent upon your horse’s behavior, your purpose, and what you plan to do with your horse. There are a few key things to keep in mind, however, and that is when choosing a bit […]