Fall is a great time to assess your horse’s health and body condition, and determine what he needs for the colder days ahead. Let’s bust some common nutritional myths so you can help your horse prepare before winter arrives.
It’s hard to imagine that such a pretty time of year could possibly be harmful to our horses. However, fall leaves can pose a potentially deadly threat. Learn about the trees that are highly toxic to horses.
When horses show symptoms of low-level cough, drippy noses, and low-level breathing difficulties due to the early effects of airway inflammation, consider a non-pharmaceutical way to counter them.
Your parasite management program should give some attention to stomach bots and tapeworms. Learn about these parasite's life cycles to help control the more effectively.
Being fit to ride certainly has benefits for riders but there are also benefits for our horses. We owe it to them to be as balanced and coordinated as possible to ensure their comfort and ability to do what we ask with ease.
Have you ever felt like you’re getting in your own way? If so, you are not alone. As equestrians, we can be at particular risk of “self-sabotaging” when moving up a level in competition.
Horsemen and women around the world are enjoying horses in more unique ways than ever, especially here in Canada. If you are looking for an exiting pursuit with your horse, consider one of these ancient sports.
Whether horses feel like alien creatures to you or you’ve lost your confidence around equines, there are measures you can take to feel more self-assured around them.