With the demand for farriers ever growing it is a tempting career path that offers self employment, flexible hours, and the ability to travel. But what does it take to be a Farrier, and as a consumer how do you ensure that your Farrier is qualified?
Water is an essential nutrient that our horses require to survive and is at the root of basic bodily functions such as digestion, temperature regulation, and joint lubrication. With many of us experiencing record highs this summer here are 5 tips to ensure your horse has the best chance of staying happy, healthy, and hydrated.
Fire is a fury of heat, light, and combustion that has the ability to flatten structures, destroy nature, and take lives at shockingly fast speeds. The thought of a fire in a horse barn or equestrian property is anxiety inducing nightmare fuel, and no horse owner ever wishes to experience the reality of it. But with temperatures rising, prolonged droughts, and wildfires on the rise across the U.S. how many of us are prepared, or have even considered a plan in case we need to evacuate our horses?
With the arrival of Summer it is time to load the trailer up, and head to a scenic location for an enjoyable week of camping with your beloved equine! Reconnecting with nature, unplug from technology, and enjoy the refreshing fresh air. Keep your trip stress free with this easy horse camping checklist!
No matter how much we baby, care for, and try to look out for our horses, the fact is they can and will hurt themselves. Having an Equine First Aid Kit to hand will help you ensure you are prepared for every little scratch and cut, and will even help you deal with more serious injuries while awaiting the professional help of a veterinarian. Here is a list of supplies we recommend for every Equine First Aid Kit.
The southern Appalachian Trail boasts stunning scenic views, gorgeous water features, and an ecosystem teeming with life. Boasting over 2000 miles of marked footpaths across 14 states it is a popular destination for avid walkers, nature lovers, and those who like to trail ride. However, did you know that hiding away in Southern Virginia are a herd of wild ponies?
It’s spring time and for a lot of equestrians it is time to pull the trailer and dust it off. With our minds focused on our exciting upcoming plans such as; the next big show, a fun trail ride with friends, or even a long awaited equestrian club meet – the last thing you want…
In our last article – Pushy Horses And The Causes – we covered four of the primary reasons a horse may become pushy when interacting with people. In this article we will address several methods to help your horse have the confidence, self control, and trust in you as a handler to help overcome pushy behaviours.
Young horses, old horses, and horses you just haven’t had the time to properly work with can all pick up bad behaviours when working on the ground. One of the most frustrating and dangerous being a pushy horse. Pushy behaviours come in various forms from searching for treats, not respecting personal space, and sometimes walking right through you like you didn’t even exist. These dangerous behaviours can be a nightmare to fix, but what actually causes them?
Robert Burns’ Eighteenth Century poem, Tam o’ Shanter, has an unlikely hero – Meg the little grey mare. In this article we share the story of this plucky pony, and her sacrifice which saves the day!