How Much Weight Can Your Horse Carry?
Even though weight is a very taboo subject in the United States, and body image issues are rampant in the world of equestrian sports, addressing the questions of rider’s weight is important. While horses have a remarkable amount of strength, and are tremendously stoic...
How Much Weight Can Your Horse Carry?
Even though weight is a very taboo subject in the United States, and body image issues are rampant in the world of equestrian sports, addressing the questions of rider’s weight is important. While horses have a remarkable amount of strength, and are tremendously stoic...
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Glue on horseshoes – Application, Price, and Info
In recent years, questions regarding the efficacy of metal, nailed on horseshoes have begun to arise among equestrians. Though the process of nailing on a metal shoe is painless when done properly, there is significant concern that the hard metal surface actually...
Gestation Period for Horses: How Long are Horses Pregnant for?
Who doesn’t love the spidery legs, the fuzzy mane and tail, the silky baby fur and velvety muzzle of a foal? The idyllic images of a mare and her baby running through the grass make the rest of the world disappear as the beauty of motherly love takes the viewer’s...
How Much Does It Cost to Shoe a Horse
Whenever someone new is thinking of getting into horses and the experienced horse owners are describing expenses, there are always three big ones that remain consistent: feed, vet, and farrier. No domestic situation is sufficient to wear a horse’s feet naturally like...
Why Do Horses Need Shoes
Virtually every horse person knows the familiar sounds of horses - happy nickers, snorts, munching hay, and of course, the clippety-clop of horse hooves. As symbols of good luck, many believe that horseshoes belong with horses automatically. At the same time, with the...
Signs of Colic In Horses
Colic is every horse owner´s nightmare and when it rears its ugly head it´s a stressful time for horse and owner. Colic is actually a catch-all term for abdominal discomfort and it has many causes that range in severity and causes. It´s important for all horse owners...
Horse Nose Bleeds – Epistaxis
Epistaxis is the veterinary term used to describe bleeding from the nose. In horses this is a fairly common complaint and has a number of potential underlying causes. Nosebleeds in horses can be very dramatic, understandably causing a lot of distress for owners,...
Signs of Pain in Horses
Recognizing when a horse is in pain is not just a handy parlor trick. If you can recognize pain in your horse, this can mean the difference in catching a simple ouchie early, or missing a minor affliction and causing a serious injury that sidelines him for months....
Wobblers in Horses
Wobblers is a term used to describe a condition in horses known as equine cervical vetrebral mallformation (or CVM). It´s not a common disease but when it does occur it can have serious consequences for the health and performance of the horse and the safety of its...
How To Know If Your Mare Is Pregnant
So you’ve taken your mare to be covered by a stallion, and now want to know whether or not the breeding was successful. There are several different ways to predict if a horse is pregnant. Below we will discuss both non-veterinary and veterinary indicators of...
Best Horse Blankets in 2020 – Turnout & Stable
There are a couple of humorous comics that have made their rounds around the Internet a number of times. Two horses with long, shaggy fur look at another horse with three blankets and a hood. All three are standing in a paddock with mud on the ground, but no snow. One...
The Best Equestrian Men’s Western Boots
When it comes to having a great ride every cowboy needs a great pair of western boots. We had a team of 15 Equestrian Men test 7 pairs of cutting-edge Men's Western Boots. After over 50 hours of lunging, trudging thru mud, riding, and running thru the pastor we've...
The Best Equestrian Light-Weight Helmets
After testing out 6 high-quality, lightweight and low-profile riding helmets for 24 days, we’ve concluded that the Best Equestrian Light-Weight Helmet is the Troxel Intrepid Helmet. The light-weight design allows for a high-quality venting system and gives you the...
The Best Equestrian Women’s Paddock Boots
After over 30 hours of lunging, running, and riding, in 5 pairs of high-quality women’s Paddock Boots, for our champion we’ve selected the Horze Sporty Rugged Paddock Boots as the best Equestrian Women’s Paddock Boots. Stylish, durable, and versatile, these boots are...
The Best Equestrian Women’s Tall English Boots
After over 40 hours of riding, running, and sloshing through mud, in 6 pairs of excellent women's tall English boots in all types of weather, for our champion we've selected the Horze Camden Tall Boots as the best Equestrian Women's Tall English Boots. Stylish,...
The Best Equestrian Leather Lined Helmets
After testing out 4 beautifully crafted leather lined riding helmets over a period of 28 days, we’ve concluded that the Best Equestrian Leather Lined Helmet is the Troxel Cheyenne Western Helmet. The excellently designed leather lining gives this helmet a classy...
The Best Equestrian Western Hat Helmets
After testing 5 of the greatest western hat inspired riding helmets over the course of 1 month for durability and design, we've concluded that the best western hat helmet is the Resistol Ride Safe Western Hat Helmet. Durable, stylish, and comfortable, the Resistol...
The Best Equestrian Unisex Leather Gloves
After performing many different tests on 8 pairs of durable unisex leather gloves (from seeing how thick the leather was to tugging on a thick rope.) and over 4 days of general use, we’ve concluded that the best leather gloves for Equestrian men and women are...
The Best Equestrian Unisex Grip Gloves
After running a multitude of different tests on 10 pairs of unisex grip gloves (from seeing how tightly you can hold the reins to climbing a tree!) and over 5 days of general use, we’ve concluded that the best grip gloves for Equestrians are the Heritage Power Grip...
Difference Between English and Western Riding Styles
There seem to be as many ideas about riding as there are people in the world. Some picture cowboys, galloping across the plains in the American west with fancy silver bits. Some picture the riders of the Spanish riding school performing advanced maneuvers on...
Different Types of Horseback Saddles
Through the many different disciplines of horseback riding, one thing stays fairly constant: most riding is done with a saddle. But for every type of riding, there's a type of saddle specially designed for the safety and comfort of horse and rider. This quick guide...
Six Different Types of Saddle Pads – Which One is Right for You?
The days of using a saddle directly on our horse's back is long gone. These days, we all have a saddle pad for every ride, promoting your horse's comfort and protecting your saddle from sweat and dirt. But not all pads are created equal. Read on to learn about the...
Impact Gel Saddle Pad Review – Why You Should Own One!
With many riding problems being linked to the comfort of the horse's back – especially in a world where riders are getting heavier and sports more demanding – it's understandable that specialised saddle pads and half pads are all the rage. As a qualified saddle...
The Best Dressage Saddles + Buying Guide
If you've chosen this ancient discipline of equestrian art for your latest obsession, you'll need theperfect saddle. Saddle fit for horse and rider is perhaps more important for dressage than for anyother sport; only with a perfectly fitting saddle can the horse truly...
Four Different Types of Horse Bits and Their Uses
For thousands of years, humans have been working with horses using bits. The art of communicating with a half-ton animal by a piece of metal in its sensitive mouth is central to what riding has become. In the right hands, any bit can be gentle, and in the wrong ones,...
Western Saddle Buying Guide and the Eight Best Western Saddles
When it comes to buying a saddle for your trusty steed, there is a bewildering variety of options on the market, and it's easy to feel lost. As a qualified saddle fitter and stable manager, I've seen that look of confusion on many faces before – and this article is...
The Uses of 6 Common Types of Bridles and Where to Buy Them
I always find it entertaining to watch the look on new riders' faces the first time they walk into a tack shop. Their inner horse-crazy kid always seems to win out at first; as they stare at the incredible variety of horsey equipment, their jaw drops, and their eyes...
The Best English Dressage Horse-Saddles: Steal the Show
After weeks of vigorous dressage training and riding, testing out 10 excellent saddles our professional dressage riders came to the conclusion that the Bates Isabell Saddle is the champion. It's the most comfortable (for rider and horse), durable, and versatile...
Do I need a Stall mat for my Horse?
Have you ever heard the expression, “the foot makes the horse?” It is true in so many different ways, not the least of which is the comfort and footing usual to your horse. A horse’s body is a delicate and well-balanced machine, and any one piece that is thrown out of...
Best Horse Shedding Tool
Ah, shedding season. When every grooming session becomes an upper body workout. When every grooming session is an exercise in transferring all your horse’s hair from his body to your own, and he looks just the same at the end after an hour as he did at the beginning....
The Best Horse Shampoos
We all love to give our horses a good bath, leaving them silky, shiny, and smelling nicer than ever. For some horses with skin problems, bathing is an essential part of their healthcare routine. Others have white coats that just won't lose that yellow sheen or black...
Horse Hoof Care: Best Technique
“No hoof, no horse”. Old and tired as the saying might be, it always applies. Most of us know to keep our horses on a regular cycle with a qualified farrier, but that's only a piece of the puzzle when it comes to caring for your horse's feet. The daily routine can...
Caring for Horses in Winter (The Four Best Tips)
Caring for Horses in Winter can be hard, in many areas, its extreme temperatures and violent weather can pose a significant problem for our equine friends. Even in milder climates, winter presents the horse owner with a completely different set of challenges than...
4 Steps that make Bathing your Equine Friend Much Easier
Gather your cleaning supplies and get ready, Collect the necessary tools to accomplish the job properly (Press green text for our suggestions) Equine Shampoo Equine Hair Detangler Rubber Curry or Grooming Mitt Sweat Scraper Long Sturdy Hose Bucket of Water Large...
The Best Equine Detangling Conditioner
After treating and detangling the hair of 8 different unkempt horses with 5 different high-quality equine detangling conditioners we’ve concluded that the Best Equine Detangling Conditioner is the Straight Arrow Mane N Tail Equine Detangler Spray for Horses. This...
The Best Equine Color Enhancement Shampoo
After enhancing the colors of 20 different horses with high-quality color equine color enhancement shampoo we’ve concluded that the Best Equine Color Enhancement Shampoo is the Gallop Colour Enhancing Horse Shampoo. This shampoo is amazing, it made all of our horses...
The Best Equine Anti-Fungus Shampoo
After treating 8 different horses with varying fungal related skin issues with 5 different high-quality equine anti-fungus shampoos we’ve concluded that the Best Equine Anti-Fungus Shampoo is the Vetericyn FoamCare Medicated Antifungal Equine Shampoo. This shampoo is...
Feeding Horses Different Types of Food: Dos and Don’ts
Do you have that one horse friend whose horse eats everything? Pancakes, potato chips, sodas, if it’s offered to him he’ll try it? Horses possess notoriously fragile digestive systems, and though they are often skilled at avoiding forage that will make them ill, other...
Best Horse Stall Mats
Many horse owners turn to rubber stall mats for a cushioned, easy to clean flooring, and there are many options on the market for just that. It is important when choosing a mat to consider the particular needs of your horse. How much time per day does he spend on the...
The Best Slow Feeders for Horses
All horses love food. Mother Nature designed them to spend their days wandering from grassy spot to grassy spot, having a constant intake of grasses and plants, and domestication has not taken that drive away from them. In fact, the first indicator that something is...
Best Supplements for Horses with Heaves
If your horse has heaves, you surely have spent a considerable amount of effort on eliminating dust, maximizing turnout, and doing everything else possible to alleviate your horse’s symptoms. If your horse is still coughing, there are several supplements that can help...
The Five Best Horse Treats
If you have a horse, chances are that you love to feed him a tasty titbit. There's something so satisfying about seeing your equine friend chow down on a yummy snack. But there are do's and don'ts when it comes to feeding treats. Read on for some practical tips as...
The Best Horse Shampoos
We all love to give our horses a good bath, leaving them silky, shiny, and smelling nicer than ever. For some horses with skin problems, bathing is an essential part of their healthcare routine. Others have white coats that just won't lose that yellow sheen or black...
How to Store Hay Without a Barn
All horses eat hay, but not all horse owners have the luxury of a spacious barn in which to keep said hay. Especially for owners of multiple horses, or owners who order large amounts of hay in advance, hay storage can become an expensive problem. Here's how to keep...
The 4 Best Fly Masks for Horses
In the hot, summer-rainfall climate where I run my stableyard, flies are a continual pest. With the yard being on the same property as a working dairy farm, our problem is worse than most; the pesky critters absolutely thrive in these conditions. But over the years...
The Best Equine Barn Fly Tape Rolls
After applying over 20 tape rolls to various places around our horses (on sides of doors, on bug nets, on top of helmets etc) and over 2 months of research, we've concluded that the Best Equine Barn Fly Tape Roll that efficiently collects bugs is the Coburn Sticky...