Massaging a moisturizer into the base of the mane can help with those that have dry skin. Products like mineral or Vitamin E oil will help tremendously. Other horse owners use solutions as simple as Vaseline or petroleum jelly. Cure dandruff in your horse’s mane so he can be more Read more…
Temperature Guide to Rugging a Horse Temperature Stabled/Clipped 10 to 15 degrees Stable Sheet or Lightweight stable rug 5 to 10 degrees Mediumweight Stable Rug Zero to 4 degrees Heavyweight Stable Rug -10 to zero degrees Heavy Weight Stable Rug with Neck Cover Should I rug my unclipped horse? Unclipped Read more…
This gives a clean, tidy appearance and can aid in show preparation by reducing the time it takes to wash. Before beginning to clip, remember that a horse will not be show ready overnight from a clip. Allow at least two weeks for hair to settle and grow out after Read more…
While fly masks may seem to cover the horse’s eyes fully, horses can still see through them quite well. Blinkers, while solid, only cover the side of the horse’s eyes, and they can still see ahead of them without obstruction. What happens if you cover a horses eyes? When you Read more…
Polo wraps are the only leg protection that will simultaneously provide tendon support and leg protection, making them popular with young horses that do not yet have full control of their bodies. Polo wraps must be properly applied to the horse or you may increase the risk of a bowed Read more…
Overuse of deworming products leads to resistance. Worms can develop genes that allow them to become resistant to the dewormers — making the medication ineffective. Resistance limits our ability to treat horses with worm problems. These issues can lead to severe colic and death in affected horses. What happens if Read more…
Equestrians in various riding disciplines use braiding to help preserve long manes and tails and prevent tangles. Different types of braided horse mane patterns are fun to learn for casual riders who enjoy grooming and bonding with their horses. Some riders braid their horse’s mane to preserve the hair or Read more…
There is often no need to deworm healthy, adult horses through the cold winter months, unless specific horses are being targeted. When you start your deworming program in the spring again, it is recommended to use the same dewormer throughout the spring and summer months. Should I deworm my horse Read more…
The whole idea of the tight fitting leg wear is for a close contact with the saddle. Loose or rough fabric under the legs can cause chaffing and be very uncomfortable. The western rider does not rely on the close contact as the saddle is heavier. Why do you wear Read more…
7 Ways to Ward Off Flies #1 SPRAY IT ON. Obvious, right? #2 GEAR ‘EM UP. You all know what I am talking about, dressing your horse like they are going into a medieval battle. #3 APPLY SOME SALVES. #4 KEEP IT CLEAN. #5 SET YOUR TRAPS. #6 FEED IT Read more…