Seasonal Horse Care
Weathering a Winter Wonderland: Expert Strategies for Winter Grooming and Blanketing Your Horse
During the coldest days of winter, you layer on thermals, fleece, insulated coveralls, and maybe even a headlamp to go…
A Vet’s Guide on Summer Horse Health Care Strategies
While many equestrians welcome the summer with open arms (more riding!), there are a few downsides to the season from…
Podcast Episode #3: Mary Phelps, Summer Horse Health Care, and Morgan Horse Breed for July 27, 2021; Sponsored by Straight Arrow Products
In this third podcast episode of The Horse Illustrated Episode of Horses in the Morning, sponsored by Title Sponsor Straight…
How to Blanket a Horse
Knowing how to blanket a horse is an essential skill. Your horse’s fluffy winter coat is naturally designed to do…
Ground Pole Exercises for Horses
Simple ground pole exercises for horses can sometimes be the most effective because riders are likely to practice them more…
Protecting Your Horse This Spring from Flies and Worms, Oh My!
Tiny creatures certainly have the ability to make our lives, as well as the lives of our horses, miserable. While…
Trail Riding in Adverse Weather Conditions
The open trail. Horse, rider and not a fence in sight. Trail riding is a favorite pastime of both equestrians…
No-Worry Winter: 4 Steps to Keeping Your Pony Healthy in Winter
Gloves, thick socks, coat, and a cup of hot chocolate waiting back at the barn—these are four things that show…
Winter Survival Guide: How to Get Your Horse Through Winter
Winter horse keeping can be a real pain in the neck, no matter where you live and what challenges come…
Tack & Gear: Winter Barn Gear
These six products for use around the farm will make getting through the winter with your horse that much easier.…