by Lacy Hawkins | Dec 28, 2019
Taking care of your horse means taking care of its health in all ways. Understanding common illnesses and how to treat them is a task far too many horse owners are not adept at. However, in some cases, not noticing the signs early enough can be a life-or-death...
by Lacy Hawkins | Dec 26, 2019
Horses are animals that require a significant amount of attention. As you would expect, this means horse owners need to have the skills to properly take care of them. Before buying a horse of your own, make sure you are confident in the following abilities. Dexterity...
by Lacy Hawkins | Dec 21, 2019
The Wild West is a time in history that focused on Western expansion, cowboys, and outlaws; it certainly lived up to its name. However, none of the action and adventure that occurred would have been possible without the use of horses. In fact, this era shaped...
by Lacy Hawkins | Dec 17, 2019
We all have our favorite horses, which we could ride forever. Unfortunately, horses are just like any animal — they age and begin to lose their abilities. As a horse owner, it is difficult to navigate through the aging process, and you may not understand how to...
by Lacy Hawkins | Dec 13, 2019
Just like with humans, even those who receive excellent care can become ill. Our role as caretakers is to try to limit risk through prevention and be able to recognize the symptoms of common ailments when they do occur so that appropriate treatment can be given. Let’s...
by Lacy Hawkins | Dec 13, 2019
Just like with any animal, horses need exercise to stay healthy. Most people own horses to ride, whether for work or for fun. However, occasional riding alone is not necessarily enough for a horse to live an active, healthy lifestyle. There are many factors that go...
