Horses teach children so many valuable lessons, other than just riding. Children learn how to be kind, well-rounded individuals, who are aware of how their actions affect others, and who aren’t afraid of hard work. These are all lessons that will last children through their lives. What lessons that we Read more…
The champagne gene is a simple dominant allele responsible for a number of rare horse coat colors. The most distinctive traits of horses with the champagne gene are the hazel eyes and pinkish, freckled skin, which are bright blue and bright pink at birth, respectively. What makes a champagne horse? Read more…
A rollback has the horse and rider start in one direction and then quickly turn (or roll) in a different direction to complete the second jump in the line. What is a rollback in horses? A rollback is a helpful way to collect your horse, engage their hindquarters and get Read more…
What is cold therapy? Cold therapy is an age-old technique, used to help treat injuries for horses. It’s simple to use, effective, and available to everybody! The application of something cold can help reduce blood flow to the injured area, helping to reduce bruising, haemorrhage, and alleviate pain. What is Read more…
Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) is a potent anti-inflammatory agent used in the treatment of horses. Medical grade DMSO acts as a solvent that absorbs readily into the skin and can act as a carrier for other anti-inflammatory agents while having its own anti-inflammatory properties. How do you reduce inflammation in horses? Read more…
Leave the boots on for approximately 20 minutes. Your horse should be tied up, ideally in a shaded or cool area to help prevent the packs defrosting too quickly. Please note, it is important not to leave defrosted boots on a horse, as the water in the pack inserts can Read more…
Natural, Healthy Horse Behavior Rolling may relieve any tight muscles or stress after being ridden. Horses will also roll to scratch themselves. If their skin itches from insect bites, residual shampoo or grooming products or from sweating in the sun or under a blanket, they will roll to stop the Read more…
72 TOTAL RIBBONS – Includes 12 each 1st through 6th Place ribbons in traditional horse show place colors with metallic gold printing. What are the ribbon colors for horse shows? First place is a blue ribbon, second place is a red ribbon, third place is a yellow ribbon, fourth place Read more…
It can deter theft and help prove ownership. It en- ables people to differentiate among horses at one location, such as a band of brood mares or a remuda of ranch geldings—impor- tant for recording keeping and for information about a specific horse in a group. What does marking a Read more…
Not only does mud make it difficult for horses to move properly, but it can cause slips and falls. Mud also affects a horse’s balance, and standing in mud over the long-term can cause joint pain. If your horse stands in deep mud or falls as a result of the Read more…