Nutritional plans for horses
Have you ever taken the time to read the directions on your horse supplements? When people come to be for advice on their horses nutritional plan, one question is always to find out what they are currently feeding. More often then not, I find that owners are spending a lot ... More
Choosing Hay for Horses
I recently found myself in the brief conversation on the topic of 'the best hay for horses'. I say brief because much like topics of politics or religion in mixed company, a quick change was necessary.Like everything, one answer isn't right for every horse. However, to hear a statement from ... More
Does this make my butt look big?
While people spend hours of time and tons of money to try and hide their figure with clothes, horse blankets have the main priority of keeping the horse warm, clean, and free from rub marks. Unfortunately, these wonderful blankets make it hard to keep a close eye on a horses ... More
You can lead a horse to water...
Its widely known that you can lead a horse to water but you can't make them drink. This time of year, water intake by your horse can be overlooked. In the summer, everyone automatically thinks of water because the heat of the day makes us all thirsty. In the winter, ... More
Limited Pasture Time
Pasture time is becoming limited with rainy weather. We don't close down the pasture until it becomes too saturated for safe turnout. However, on days like today (high winds and rain) horses will not go on pasture. On days where it is calling for possible scattered rain showers, horses might ... More
Farm Upgrades - Fall 2011
Over the next two months there will be several areas of upgrades on the farm. We will mark areas of concern during the changes but you are expected to keep your eyes open and avoid anything dangerous as always. The following changes are in the works to begin immediately. Outdoor ... More
Bot Eggs
Have you noticed the creamy white bot eggs ‘glued’ to the animal’s hair during late summer and early autumn. These eggs can be found anywhere in the horse’s body but will be mostly on the hair of the forelegs, shoulders and around the lips. Have you ever wondered where they come ... More
Watch That Red Ribbon
Ribbons, braids, tail covers, and blankets aren't all just to keep a horse neat and clean. Red ribbons have a specific meaning that you need to understand. This Horse Will Kick!We all talk about arena etiquette or trail etiquette but red ribbons aren't always listed in the rules. However, it ... More
Vary Your Riding
Have you ever been a part of a sport where your coach has your bored stiff from doing the same thing over and over? Maybe you have heard your kids or others complain about this very thing? Help your horse to not feel this same way. You will be amazed ... More
Fresh Grass Pastures
Most have never seen the excitement in their horses eyes when it is time to head for the pasture. Prancing hooves, pert ears, and wide open eyes show their excitement to run and play with the herd. But play time isn't the only thing they are excited for... fresh grass ... More