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...
by Lacy Hawkins | Dec 9, 2019
When it comes to owning horses, there are many major decisions you will face. One choice that is strongly debated is whether or not to shoe your horse. There are valid points from critics and proponents of shoeing, so we will look at some of the defining points that...
by Lacy Hawkins | Nov 18, 2019
When getting your first horse, you may have stumbled upon a list of equipment, or tack, that you need to raise your horse properly. Bits are one necessary component of tacks, as they work in conjunction with a bridle and reins to control a horse’s mouth. Bits...
by Lacy Hawkins | Nov 16, 2019
Training a horse is not the same as training another animal. New horse owners may underestimate the amount of work it takes, and may resort to tactics that are less-than-desirable. The following tips will help anyone who is unfamiliar with training a horse to...
