Imagine this: You’re walking to the barn at dawn, coffee in hand, and you hear it—a sharp whinny, the sound of panic. You rush over and find your horse limping, a fresh scrape on its leg, maybe even a torn halter. Your heart jumps. Do you know what to do? Do you even know where … Read more
You’re ready for your morning ride. You’ve got your saddle, your helmet, your energy. But then you notice it: your horse is stepping softly on the left front, maybe even refusing to pick up that foot when you ask. You think, “It’s probably nothing. They’ll warm up.” Two days later, your horse is standing in … Read more
What should you do if you can’t afford expensive hay storage ideas like barns? Will you leave your precious hay out in the rain? I’ve been in this very position and had to come up with a budget-friendly way to keep my hay dry and clean after I got a large delivery when I didn’t … Read more
You know that feeling when your horse seems great on the trail for the first mile… then suddenly slows, tongues out, ears a bit dull, and you wonder, “Did I push too hard, or is my horse just not fit yet?” If you’ve been there, you’re not alone. Most horse owners in tier-one countries—whether they’re … Read more
You know that moment when you’re grooming your horse and notice they’ve got a slightly rough coat, low energy, or maybe a bit of unexplained weight loss—and you wonder, “Could this be parasites?” If you’ve been there, you’re not alone. In tier-one countries like the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and across the EU, horse owners … Read more
Many equestrians wonder how much alfalfa pellets feed a horse. I saw one of the horses at the barn getting them and asked my trainer what their benefits are and how much should be fed. Here, I will talk about what I learned about alfalfa products if they are good for horses, what to watch … Read more
You hear your horse coughing and runny nose, now what? Is your horse sick or is there another cause for coughs that didn’t occur previously? Knowing the signs of what causes a horse to cough is something every horse owner should know. Saying that, I created this guide to the different coughs; I hope you … Read more
You know that moment when you’re tacking up and notice your horse’s coat looks a bit dull, their feet are a little tender, or they’re rubbing their tail because of flies—and you wonder, “Can I fix this without dumping a bunch of chemicals on them?” If you’ve been there, you’re not alone. In tier-one countries … Read more
How do horses mate? Like every animal, horses have a mating season every year to participate in natural selection and the continued survival of their species. The process of horse mating involves a male horse, known as a stallion, approaching a female horse or mare and copulating to fertilize her eggs. In this article, I … Read more
Have you noticed your horse limping? Does it seem to be in pain while walking? Chances are it might have a degloved horse hoof. But what exactly is a degloving injury? What causes it and can it be treated? Read on to learn all you need to know on a degloved horse hoof. What is … Read more