There has always been a common myth that when the weather changes, the instances of colic in the barn increase. But is this true? Can a simple change in temperature, barometric pressure or location affect your horse’s health? A recent study says it may. The study, conducted at the University of Pennsylvania in 2017, stated there […]
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The Importance of Nutrient Absorption for Weight Gain in Horses
You know how important your horse’s nutrition is for his development, health and performance. Without those proper nutrients, your horse will be at a disadvantage and ultimately not be able to perform to its full potential. So, you feed a quality diet packed with all the right things… but your horse is still not gaining weight! […]
The Best Workouts for the Equestrian Athlete
We’ve all had our non-horse friends tell us at one time or another that, “the horse does all the work… you just sit there.” Well, wouldn’t that be nice! Unfortunately for equine enthusiasts, we know that it takes more effort than meets the eye to get the job done on horseback. The rider’s body has […]
5 Things Your Horse is Trying to Tell You
Your horse is your best friend. You spend hours grooming, tacking, riding and caring for him or her. As with any best friend, you find yourself telling it everything. There’s only one small problem… it can’t speak back to you. While some things are better left unsaid (like what your horse really thought about your last ride), other thoughts would be helpful […]