DeAnn SloanSponsored#WEBINAR, HaygainComments Off on Free Webinar: Evidence Is Everything in Sport Horse Evaluation, Performance & Longevity
If you want to learn more about evidence-based approaches to equine athlete selection, development, performance and management, take check out this FREE webinar tomorrow. (more…)
“I’m learning to move sideways. I had never thought of it as an option before—to step aside because one path isn’t working rather than trying to trudge ahead at all costs.” (more…)
If you’ve ever had a horse on long-term stall rest, you know that keeping its brain busy (and its feet slow) can be a challenge. This week, SmartPaker Jessica Davis discusses her approaches to minimizing stall rest stress. (more…)
Barn cats can be the life of the barn. From providing companionship and entertainment to keeping away pests, what would we do without them? In return, we need to make sure we are caring for them like we do our other animals. Follow these eight tips to help your barn cats thrive. (more…)
“I cannot definitively say that if I had done X or Y differently, we would have had a different result. There is no way to know. What I do know is that if something didn’t work, you have to change it the next time.” (more…)
“I have used this event to set goals for myself and it has kept me on track to push for that 1% improvement every ride. I was struggling to even make time to ride prior to setting these goals. I want to express my gratitude for their commitment to such a noble cause — repurposing these animals who are filled with incredible hearts.” (more…)
“They’re gonna run. We don’t want ‘em to but they will. Especially with that gray leading the pack. They’ve been living the good life and they’re probably not gonna want to come in. We’re just gonna stay with ‘em so we don’t lose ‘em. If we lose ‘em we might not find ‘em again today and then this day’s work is all fer not.” (more…)
DeAnn SloanSponsoredHaygainComments Off on Young Show Jumper and Sports Science Expert Plot a Meticulous Course for Grand Prix Success
They say that success begins at home, and for show jumper and sports science expert Sean Jobin, that’s clear. Take a look at his six-week training plan to prepare for a Grand Prix event. (more…)
“I can’t stress enough how important it is to train the horse’s emotions as much as the physical skills. When your horse is calm and alert, they can much better respond to your request. It also makes the whole experience a lot safer and more enjoyable for both of you.” (more…)
Halloween is over, which means it’s officially time to start thinking about the holidays. And who is more deserving of some holiday gifts than your horse? (more…)