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…)
Foal season continues… which means it’s time for even more broodmare comedy in the second part of this “If Horses Were People” video from SmartPak. Sara and Sarah continue to imagine what life would be like if broodmares were people. (more…)
It’s foal season. You know what that means: broodmare attitude from here until the foal pops out. Fortunately, those grumpy incubators have provided plenty of fodder for this classic “If Horses Were People” video. (more…)
At the age of 18, Bendigo was still competing at the highest levels of eventing. Now, he is taking it a bit easier, but is still “bopping around like the badass professor he is.” Here is Ema Klugman’s tribute to her long-time partner. (more…)
Do you know the difference between laminitis and founder? Fortunately, SmartPak’s own Dr. Lydia Gray has an excellent explanation of the difference between the two. Learn more: (more…)
It’s time to start thinking about show season. A major part of that is making sure that you are offering your horse all the nutritional support you can. Fortunately, Kentucky Performance Products is here to help. Learn more: (more…)
Keeping horses isn’t exactly the cheapest undertaking. Between costs of feed, hay, and bedding — especially with rising gas prices! — horses make a big dent in our wallets. However, Haygain can help. Learn more! (more…)
There’s good news in the equine wellness realm! Animal Wellness Action’s lobbying achieved these wins and others for horses thanks to the support of Horse Nation’s readers. (more…)
Spring means a lot of things: longer days, warmer temperatures, more riding time… but it also means yearly wellness exams and spring shots. It can be a lot to keep track of. Here is how one rider keeps track of her yearly wellness requirements. (more…)
It’s official. Spring is here. That means it’s time to get started on spring cleaning at the barn. Here are some helpful reminders to make sure you keep your barn and gear in top shape. (more…)
