Some studies have shown that as much as 90% of race horses, 70% of endurance horses, and 60% of show horses are affected by this condition at some point in their lives. The way we manage our horses is a huge factor associated with this condition. Unfortunately, equine ulcers are a manmade problem, but as…
Slow feeders are all the hay-feeding rage these days . . . and for good reason. Because of their design (and as the name indicates), they slow down a horse’s hay consumption rate and mimic natural foraging behavior, better supporting digestive health.
In the wild, horses spend 16-20 hours grazing…
Many parts of the country have already started to experience frigid temperatures. Blankets have been pulled out and hay stacked tall in lofts. Riders have dug for their fleece breeches, bought new gloves, and wrapped themselves tight in waterproof jackets. If you’re like many, then the preparations for winter…
Most horse owners have a preference between either mares or geldings. It’s common to hear ‘mares are loyal’ or ‘geldings are level-headed’. Some people are looking to breed, while others need a reliable lesson horse. In any case, many horse buyers struggle with this very important decision- mare or…
Most horses are well-equipped for winter. Let them grow a warm, fuzzy coat, give them plenty of hay, make sure they have access to shelter and unfrozen water, and they usually do just fine. However, during the coldest months of the year, older horses may lose body condition and…
Hello November! I just got Chloe’s medium and heavyweight blankets down from my attic. Of course, this probably means that the South Eastern US will be hit with a heatwave, right?! Unfortunately for my early AM rides, the colder weather does appear to be here to stay. Here are…
