DeAnn Long Sloan

5 Ways to Keep the Flies at Bay, Presented by Ecovet

Summer is upon us, and the flies are out in force. Here are five sure-fire ways to help keep the flies off your horses and out of your barn.

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Aubrey Graham

Thoroughbred Logic, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products: Just Do It

“No one is ready. Is anyone ever ready? Nope. Just gotta go. Pull a Nike. Just do it.”

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Marcella Gruchalak

Improving Your Riding: Knowledge Isn’t Enough

“You can read every horse book, binge training videos, take lessons from top trainers, and still find yourself stuck in the same habits, with the same problems, riding the same ride every time. Because knowledge, no matter how valuable, doesn’t mean anything unless it’s applied.”

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Reader Submission

#goriding Grams of the Week

Another week — or so! — of horse life, rounded up in your images.

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Charlie McCauley

Ideas for Improving Horse Footing in Moist Areas

When it comes to arenas, there is a fair amount of confusion about footing and how to maintain it — especially in areas with a lot of moisture.

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DeAnn Long Sloan

Thursday Video: Beer for My Horses

We’ll raise up our glasses against evil forces, singing …

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Gwyneth McPherson

Training in the Right Way: Why We Don’t Pull in Dressage

This week I’m tackling another reader submitted question, this one focusing on why we pulling on the reins is such an egregious sin in dressage. Spoiler Alert: It kind of is.

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Marcella Gruchalak

Holiday Horse Names: Father’s Day Paint Horses

Happy Father’s Day, Horse Nation. Today, we’re celebrating by highlighting some Paint Horses with Father’s Day-themed registered names. Check them out below:

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Marcella Gruchalak

Tuesday Video: Hay Hair

This horse definitely isn’t using high end hair products!

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Weekend Wellness, by Kentucky Performance Products: Is Sweet Itch Driving Your Horse Crazy?

Summer seasonal recurrent dermatitis (SSRD) or sweet itch, is caused by an allergic reaction to the saliva of the Culicoides midge (“no-see-ums”). These bothersome fellows are active from April through October. Here are some tips to help you offer your horse some relief.

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SmartPak Monday Morning Feed: How to Make a SmartSicle

Bonus — it’s a great way to reuse your SmartPaks!

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Reader Submission

#TBT: An Open Letter to My Horse Dad

And to all the faithful horse dads out there.

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