As the seasons begin to transition and day-time temperatures start to gradually get colder, it seems normal to keep horses stalled inside to keep them more comfortable. However, horses are naturally-born grazers, so it is important for numerous reasons to keep them outside as much as possible, even if we think it is better for […]
Category: Care and Management
Wound Care for Your Horse
Whether you ride for pleasure, sport or work, chances are your horse will experience a leg wound sooner rather than later. Knowing how to care for and treat that wound with is key to keeping your horse healthy and performing its best. Perhaps the most important consideration before bandaging a wound is making sure that […]
Equip Your Equine Emergency Kit for Summer Travel
Just like it is a wise idea to keep a first aid kit in your barn and vehicle, it is a good plan to keep a medical kit for horses with you while you are traveling. With summer and the busy season for shows, rodeos, and competitions upon us, now is a great time to […]
Feeding and Riding Tips for Summer Heat
What comes to mind when you think of an animal that tolerates extreme heat well? Probably something like a lizard, snake, or scorpion. One reason these animals can live in very hot environments is because they have a large surface area to volume ratio, meaning that they have a large amount of body surface compared […]