From the Barn
Winter is here and you know what that can mean: horses with flare ups of aches and the resulting stiffness. Cold weather can be a nuisance to even the supplest of horses, but can be particularly detrimental to a horse...
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If your horse seems totally sound in the paddock or even on the longe line but doesn’t feel right when he’s tacked up or ridden, you might be dealing with bridle lameness. Although it isn’t (usually!) the actual bridle causing...
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While horseback riding has a reputation for being traditional, modern riding tights and breeches are anything but old-fashioned. Both come in more colors, fabrics and styles than ever before, and it can be hard to tell the difference, never mind...
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If your horse needs to be put on box rest for a long period, you’re probably inwardly groaning at the thought of keeping them sane and calm. Even the most mild-mannered of horses has been known to turn into a...
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Has this ever happened to you? Your horse is at grass, and it starts to rain. It might be the middle of the night, or you were away from home and couldn’t get there in time to blanket him.Maybe he’s...
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