When we get stomachaches, they are inconvenient. They can happen frequently, especially depending on what we eat or if we’re stressed out. Thankfully, there are many ways to treat a stomachache, including a cup of chamomile tea, rice water, warm lemon water, fennel seeds, and the old standby (if you’re not going the au natural… Read more »
If you’ve been going horseback riding since you were young, you likely understand what makes the activity so special. Of course, you may be so accustomed to it that you don’t even think about why it’s so great. Odds are, you have at least a few friends and family members who have never joined you… Read more »
There are many things you need to take care of around your house and stables throughout the winter, but your horses should always be at the top of the list. You most likely use a number of methods to stay warm throughout the winter, but don’t forget that your horse can get cold too. The… Read more »
While there are several steps you must take to ensure your horses are ready for winter, your senior horses in particular should be a focus. Depending on the horse, your horse may be considered senior anywhere from 15-20 years old. Whether you’ve noticed your horse has been slowing down, has been getting sick more often,… Read more »
They’re a symbol of freedom, of wild unadulterated passion, and they seem to be a dying breed. Just thinking about them will teleport you to golden plains bathed in moonlight. That’s some powerful stuff. It feels like our world is getting less free by the day; values that once shaped this great country are slipping… Read more »
We all know that horses can do a lot. They are very versatile creatures able to adapt to a variety of situations and perform excellently. Whether racing or simply trotting along a country path, horses are some of the most dependable animals on God’s green earth. Outside of dogs (and we can have a debate… Read more »
Labor Day is next week, which means that we are nearing the unofficial end of summer. Although summer “technically” ends September 23, 2015, we can all agree that the air feels different, with autumnal garnishes dropping from the sky. The weather is changing and we must be prepared to do whatever it takes to keep… Read more »
One of the most important parts of keeping a horse healthy is maintaining its weight. We suppose the same can be said of every man and animal on the planet, but that would make for a much longer and more complicated blog post. Let’s for now focus on obesity in ponies, which is starting to… Read more »
Like with humans, many things can go wrong with horses, especially in the summertime. It’s a full time job keeping your horse healthy when the sun is blazing for what seems like 24 hours a day. There are specific issues to keep an eye on when it comes to your horse, the primary one being… Read more »
Nowadays, it seems like everything has entered the digital age – everything is “smart” – TVs, phones, cars, and the list goes on and on. Many of these things have had tremendous impact on our health and that of our animals, especially our horses. A new wearable device for horses will send an email to… Read more »
