Owning a horse property means that you can have your horses at home – a fact which may sound ideal to you. But when you’re evaluating a horse property, make sure that you think about these seven important considerations. 1. Space Determine how much land you need before you start looking at properties....
6 Things To Look for When Buying A Used Horse Trailer
Are you in the market for a horse trailer? Many people prefer to buy horse trailers used, since you can save a substantial amount of money over the cost of a brand new trailer. However, it’s very important that you make sure that any used trailer is safe for your horse. Look for these six...
7 Great Ways To Market Your Horse Business
Owning a horse business can be rewarding and exciting, but it’s also a lot of work. You can never underestimate the importance of good marketing. If you’re looking to attract new clients to your horse business, then put these 7 great ways to market your horse business to work. Create a Great Website In today’s...
5 Considerations When Donating Your Horse To A Therapeutic Riding Program
Do you have a horse who might make a great therapeutic riding horse? Donating your horse to a therapeutic riding program can be a wonderful, kind act on your part. But before you sign your horse over, make sure that you’re familiar with these five considerations. How Long Has the Program Been in Existence? When...
6 Ways For Taking Your Horse For His First Show
Spring is right around the corner, which means that horse shows will be starting up before you know it. If you’re planning to bring your horse to his first horse show this year, then make sure that you check out these six tips. Introduce Distractions While at Home It’s important to prepare your horse for...
Quiz: Can You Identify These Parts Of The Horse?
If you did equine 4-H, than you remember painstakingly memorizing all the parts of the horse – from the fetlock to the poll. The question is - how much do you remember from your 4-H days? We’ve taken the horse anatomy test and given it a tech upgrade. Now see how well you do on identifying...
5 Ways To Make Cleaning Horse Stalls Easier
Stall cleaning can be one of the most time-consuming chores involved in horse ownership. Want to make cleaning your horse's stall easier and less time-consuming? Then be sure to check out these five tips. Bring In Stall Mats Lining your horse's stall with stall mats can instantly make cleaning his stall easier and faster. Stall...
How To Keep The Horse Digestive System Running Smoothly
Horses have a very different digestive system than ours. Their bodies are designed to eat small amounts of similar food (grasses, leaves, etc.) all day long. While we humans enjoy a varied diet, horses pretty much stick to plants! Because of their eating habits (constantly in small quantities) they have a very long digestive tract...
6 Ways To Save Money When You're Saddle Shopping
Aside from your horse, your saddle will probably be your most significant investment as a rider. That's why we've come up with six great ways that you can save money when you're shopping for a saddle. Look for a Used Saddle One of the simplest ways to save money saddle shopping is to look for...
Thief Apprehended By Man On Horseback
This is one of those stories that, if someone hadn’t been smart enough to snap a picture of it, we would never believe it happened. First of all, how often does a cowboy bring his horse with him to pick up dog food at Walmart? That’s exactly what Robert Borba was doing last week in Eagle...
Horse Shows His Funny Side When He Gives His Farrier A Wet Willy
I’ve seen many horses be “nosy” while the farrier is trying to do their job. I've even seen them lip at them, maybe for a treat or because they are contemplating a bite. But this horse, he’s of a different breed. He seems to think that while he’s getting his hooves done, the farrier would...
7 Ways To Be A Great Boarder
When you board your horse, it’s important to not only find a barn which is appropriate for you, but to also make an effort to be a good boarder. These seven tips below can help you to be a great boarder and stay on good terms with the barn owner, the barn manager, and other...
5 Ways To Ride A Better Halt
The halt is one of the most often overlooked factors in riding. Being able to halt your horse properly and well is not only essential to your safety, it can also affect how you score when you're being judged at a show. We have five ways that you can ride a better halt, improving your...
Where To Buy A Horse: 6 Places To Look
If you have plans of purchasing a new equine friend in the future, then knowing where to buy a horse can make your search easier. Ready to start looking? Then check out these six places to find horses for sale. 1. Online Horse Classifieds One of the fastest ways to find many horses for sale...
A Look Back At Secretariat's Victory At The 1973 Belmont Stakes
We may never see the likes of this horse again. Secretariat not only clenched the Triple Crown with ease, but he cemented his place in racehorse history that day. Even non-horse people know who Secretariat was. To win a race by several lengths is impressive. But, he did what no horse had done or probably...
6 Tips On Retraining An Ex-Racehorse
Ex-racehorses continue to gain in popularity, and there are countless success stories of these horses going on to have successful careers as competition horses, lesson horses, and even trail horses. But retraining an ex-racehorse can be a challenge. Here are six tips to help you out. Give Him a Rest If you're bringing home a...
A Guide To Understanding Appaloosa Horse Coat Genetics
There is something about a splashy horse that people just love. It’s one of the reasons the Appaloosa horse has flourished since it was developed in North America. Horses of color have long been revered, but up until recently, getting a flashy foal was a matter of chance. Breeders would often breed their blanketed stallion...
10 Year Old Girl Tames Wild Horse Rescued From Freeway
There are few things scarier for a wild horse than to be frantically running on a freeway. But that’s exactly what happened to a mustang mare that was found on the 210 Freeway near Slymar, California in 2015. When she was finally rescued, she was taken to Total Equestrian Experience in Chatsworth. She was underweight and...
Woman Teaches Her Horse To Go On A Seesaw Tackless
It takes a lot of trust and work to get to the point where you can ride your horse tackless, even if it’s just walking around the arena. And often times, many horses and riders never get to that point. It’s why so many of us “ohh” and “ahh” when we see someone able to...
5 Things You Need To Know Before You Board Your Horse
Boarding a horse is a common option when you don’t have the luxury of having a barn in your yard. But before you decide to board your horse, make sure that you’re aware of the information below. 1. Barns Have Different Atmospheres As you look at boarding barns, find out what their specialty is. Some...
7 Important Show Prep Tips
Show season is here, and that means that show preparation starts now, too. These seven show prep tips can help you to get ready for a show and reduce your stress on competition day. Start Packing Early Days before you have to leave for the show, start packing your supplies. Make a checklist of everything...
7 Horse Shipping Safety Tips
Shipping your horse can be dangerous if not done correctly. The next time that you load your horse into a trailer, consider these seven tips to ship your horse safely. Be Patient Injuries happen when we try to hurry things. When shipping your horse, give yourself plenty of time to load your horse into the...
7 New Arrivals Add To The Number Of Over 700 Animals Seized In North Carolina
You may have read an on iHeartDogs about the 700 animals that were seized from an unlicensed rescue in January 2016. The owners were arrested on animal cruelty charges and The ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) had the help of ten other rescues that took in a number of these...
Check Out The Incredible Process For The Princess Elizabeth Cup
Before the Queen’s Birthday, the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment compete in the Princess Elizabeth Cup (formerly the Richmond Cup). The top eight will be the retinue accompany the Queen in the Queen’s Birthday Parade, which took place on April 21. While the parade was stunning, the incredible part is what happened before the parade, to...
5 Ways To Motivate Yourself To Get Back In The Saddle
Are you having a hard time motivating yourself to get back into the saddle? It’s easy to push riding time aside when you’re tired, busy, or just having a lazy day. If you want to get yourself riding again, though, check out these five ways you can motivate yourself to go ride. Call Up a...
6 Ways To Reduce Transportation Stress In Your Horse
Traveling can be a stressful activity for any horse. If you plan on trailering your horse in the upcoming future, then you may want to consider these six ways that you can reduce your horse's stress while traveling. Take Short Trips If your horse hasn't ridden in a trailer in a while, then a trip...
Quiz: Can You Match The Horse Breed To Its Place Of Origin?
Some are easy to place, but do you know where most horse breeds originated? Sure the Arab may be an easy one, and perhaps even the Saddlebred. But what about the Kladruber? Test your horse breed knowledge with our quiz below and share your score in the comments!
Why Do We Mount On The Left? Plus Other Horse Facts
Ever wondered why you do the things you do with your horse? If someone asked you, you would probably respond “that’s the way I was taught.” But why did they teach you that? We give you the answer below, plus some other fun facts about horses you probably never knew. #1 – Why we mount...
6 Signs You Are Ready To Breed Your Mare
Have you been debating over whether you’re ready to breed your mare? Breeding a horse is a big decision, but these six signs may indicate that you’re ready for the adventure. You Have Plenty of Savings Before you breed your mare, you need to have substantial savings. Breeding is expensive, and unfortunately, veterinary issues can...
10 Things You Might Not Know About The Kiger Mustang
There are few animals more stunning than a golden Kiger Mustang. Known for their incredible golden coats and thick manes and tails, the Kiger Mustangs are an American icon. They are the most sought-after wild horse at BLM adoptions. But where do these horses come from and what makes them so special? Find out with...
5 Ways To Make Your Horse Healthier
Every horse owner wants their horse to live a long and healthy life. Are you putting these tips to work in order to help make your horse healthier? Buy a Quality Feed A horse is only as healthy as the feed that he eats. It's wise to always buy the best quality feed and hay...
These Funny Quotes From Mr. Ed Are A Perfect Tribute To Alan Young
A horse is a horse of course of course…unless it’s the famous Mr. Ed! Mr. Ed (1958-1966) is an iconic sitcom for so many reasons. First, it’s one of the few ever created what was centered on a non-human star. Second, the show involved some pretty amazing acting skill on the part of the horse,...