Desensitizing Your Horse The most important step you can complete to prepare your horse for a parade is to desensitize him as much as possible. Parades are in a new place with loud sounds, surprises, costumes, and more. You may...
What is cribbing? Horses, like people, can develop bad habits, especially when stressed or under-exercised. Cribbing is one of these bad habits and is even a compulsive behavior. Cribbing is when your horse places his teeth onto an object, generally,...
Horse owners face challenges in protecting their equines from pests and insects in all parts of the world. Insects can threaten horses' health and well-being, causing discomfort, diseases, and in severe cases, even fatalities. That’s why there are common insects...
As summer approaches with rising temperatures, keeping your horse adequately hydrated can be tricky. Like humans, hydration is crucial for horses’ health and well-being. They need sufficient water intake to maintain their bodily functions and prevent dehydration. When it gets...
Before Going Near Water In nature, your horse would become accustomed to water early in life. However, domestication reduces their natural experiences with water. If you plan to ride trails with your horse, you must begin water desensitization training early....
The rocky terrain of trail riding can feel uncomfortable even to a well-shoed horse. Thankfully, we can equip our horses with trail boots that provide more benefits than just added comfort. Trail boots come in a variety of materials and...
