Checking your horse’s gut is a standard part of any veterinary exam — and it’s especially important if you suspect colic. Here are some explanations of your horse’s gut sounds. (more…)
Tomorrow is Earth Day. Typically, on April 22, we spend a bit more time thinking about how we can treat our environment a bit better. Here are ways Haygain can help with that. (more…)
If you’re looking for a saddle pad that will hold up to heavy use, keep your horse cool, and look snazzy, the Iconic Equestrian Original 2-in-1 Saddle Pad is the one for you. Read what Aubrey Graham has to say to it after putting it through its paces at Kivu Sport Horses. (more…)
Animal Wellness Action’s Marty Irby offers a retrospective on the career of Bob Baffert and wonders about the future of the world-famous race trainer. (more…)
History is full of strange and fascinating practices. Not the least of which is tied to folklore designed to ward off evil spirits. This week’s Equus Obscurus focuses on the history of entombing horse skulls. Learn more: (more…)
On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Do horses smile when they are happy or excited about something?
Shedding season is in full swing. So any products to help move that along are a-okay by us. Here’s one such product that not only is great to help promote shedding, but also has benefits all year long. Check out Betty’s Best StripHair® Gentle Groomer™ Original For Horses. (more…)
For horses with weight and/or metabolic issues, grazing muzzles can be total life savers when it comes to allowing them freedom in the pasture. However, keeping those muzzles on can be quite a challenge. Here are some tips to keep your horses’ grazing muzzles in place. (more…)
“For most young/green Thoroughbreds… too much leisure and unfocused hacking can be a contributing factor for distraction, and all sorts of ‘bad’ behavior. Yes, knowing how to mosey about is good, but repetitive schooling without intention can get dicey for these horses.” (more…)
We all know the horse world can be a bit strange. This new series takes a deep dive into the weird, wild, and wonderful world of horses and history. This week, we take a look at horse armor. (more…)
