We all have a tendency to do things the way we’ve always done them, living life on autopilot. Take a moment to walk through your barn and look at it with fresh eyes. A new perspective can give you...
You've done your research and bought the trailer that best suits your needs and is appropriate for your tow vehicle. Now it’s time to hitch up! It’s extremely important to complete the hitching process in the exact same order...
Whether you’ve decided to keep your new horse at a boarding barn or at home on your farm, it’s important to take a close look at where you’re going to keep him to make sure that his new residence...
Q: How often do you need to stop and offer your horse water during a long-distance trailer ride? And how often should horses be allowed off the trailer to stretch their legs?A: As you suspect, trailering is not only...
Finding the perfect liability insurance for your horse farm or equine operation can seem overwhelming, but being under-insured can be even scarier: The thought of losing your farm, your home, your horses and most of your assets is enough...
A small percentage of horse owners purchase acreage with state-of-the-art equine amenities, but the rest of us have structures that need repair, modification, or updating. With imagination, effort, and a modest budget, an old barn can be updated to...
When you don’t own your own truck and trailer, finding ways to get out and about can be difficult. If you don’t want to relegate your horse to being a homebody forever, you’ll need to explore your options for...
Editor’s Note: Stable Advice is a place for our readers to offer their advice on some of those uniquely equestrian problems. These aren’t the questions that you’d normally ask your vet or trainer. These are questions about horse life,...
When your horse has to spend time in a stall, make sure he's comfortable with the right type of bedding.
There are very few things as satisfying to a horse owner as knowing your four-legged friend is comfy and cozy...
In Part 1 of Road-Ready Tips for Hauling Horses, we looked at routine cleaning and checking of your horse trailer. In Part 2, we looked at the maintenance that needs to be performed before your first trip of the...
