by Lacy Hawkins | Sep 15, 2021 | Horse Tack, Horses, Lacy Hawkins
Riding a horse is a naturally dirty task down to the saddle. The saddle is not required to remain dirty forever. It is surprisingly durable and lasts even longer when it is maintained regularly. There are solutions available to clean and care for any saddle. Compile...
by Lacy Hawkins | Mar 3, 2021 | Horse Ownership, Horse Tack, Horses, Lacy Hawkins, Riding
Choosing a bit for a horse that is ridden with a Western saddle is often dependent upon the horse’s purpose, the size and shape of its mouth, its training and history. If the horse has not been harshly treated and its mouth is still tender, the mildest bit...
by Lacy Hawkins | Aug 1, 2020 | Horse Care, Horse Health, Horse Ownership, Horse Tack, Horses, Lacy Hawkins, Riding, Stable Management
Horses are resilient animals, but just like any animal, harsh conditions can cause illness or injury. Summer is a great time of year for horses, but there are some concerns that need to be addressed in order to keep your horse healthy this time of year. There are many...
by Lacy Hawkins | Jul 7, 2020 | Horse Care, Horse Health, Horse Ownership, Horse Tack, Horses, Lacy Hawkins
Western-style horse riding is a style that is primarily used in the western part of the US. It is easily recognized as the cowboy or rancher style of riding that has little to no similarity with the English style of riding. However, western-style riding has not always...
by Lacy Hawkins | Feb 24, 2020 | Horse Ownership, Horse Tack, Horses, Lacy Hawkins, Riding
When getting started with Western-style horse riding, it can be tough to figure out where exactly to start learning. There are tons of resources available to you, but not all of them are equal when it comes to quality content. Today, I’ll round up a few of the best...
by Lacy Hawkins | Feb 4, 2020 | Horse Care, Horse Ownership, Horse Tack, Horses, Lacy Hawkins, Riding, Training Your Horse
What determines your choice for a bit or bitless bridle? Well, it depends on a various amount of factors. This includes but is not limited to, style of riding, horse breed, skill level of the rider, level of your horse’s training, and how much money you can put into...
