As modern day horse owners, we have to budget our income so we can afford a horse, and then we have to budget our time so we can squeeze in as many minutes as possible at the barn. Unfortunately,...
Q: I have a 23-year-old Morgan gelding. He gets agitated and skittish at the sight or sound of a hose, especially if it’s on. I would love to give him a bath, but I fear for his safety and...
A thorough, sudsy shampoo tends to be a major production when you’re bathing a horse. Much of the time, you end up getting almost as wet as your horse. While there are admitted benefits to these full-on shampoo sessions,...
To Clip or Not to Clip?
Decide on the best way to handle your horse's winter coat.
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Partial Clips: The Best of Both Worlds
Several clipping options allow you to get the best of both worlds—remove hair where your...
Compiling a basic grooming kit for your horse is part of good horsemanship. Grooming your horse on a daily basis gives you a chance to look him over for wounds, hoof maladies and general well-being. Every horse should have its...
Competing at horse shows can be a fun and rewarding experience, but it takes a lot of work just to get horse and rider into the ring. Not everyone has the luxury of a trainer or grooms to accompany...
Oh, how we love to ride in the winter! Our toes and fingers might be painfully cold, but our hearts are warmed by the sound of our horses' hooves and the sweet smell of their breath in the frosty...
There’s something aesthetically appealing about a horse with a long, thick tail. But unless your horse is genetically blessed with such an attribute you have to work to achieve that look. Brushing a tail is one of the worst...
There is something undeniably elegant about a bay horse. The ebony mane and tail complement a coat that ranges from shades of nutmeg to mahogany. Then there are the chestnut horses. Who can deny the appeal of a horse...
Full-size body clippers: Two pairs are a useful luxury. If one pair needs to cool down after getting too hot during a body clip, you’ll have a spare on hand. This saves time. If you only have one pair...
