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HORSES
How To Give Your Horse A Winter "Bath"
December 28, 2023
Between mud and dust, your horse’s hair can get really dirty looking in the winter. Unfortunately, most folks don’t have a heated barn or even warm water. Giving your horse a bath would be cold and uncomfortable for them. Plus, their hair would take forever to dry! There is a way to get them clean...
HORSES
How To Wash Your Horse's Tail
By
Emily Fought
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June 1, 2023
Washing your horse’s tail doesn’t have to be a long process. With just a bucket of water and some shampoo, you can remove dirt and grime from their tail. This quick method is perfect for those with limited time or when warm water isn’t available. It’s important that you regularly groom their tail and check...
HORSES
Benefits Of Automatic Waterers For Horses
By
Emily Fought
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November 22, 2022
Frozen and dirty water troughs are a thing of the past! Your horse can have access to a constant supply of fresh drinking water with an automatic waterer in their field or stall. These investments are worth it no matter how many horses you have. They also work in every season from winter to summer....
HORSES
5 Horse Grooming Myths
By
Emily Fought
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March 30, 2022
Grooming myths have been circulating the industry for decades it seems. Everyone has advice and tricks they love to share. Sometimes, their tips aren’t true or helpful at all. These myths get passed down without a second thought. Let’s clean out the grooming tote! Popular Grooming Myths A shiny horse is healthy, while a dull...
HOME & RANCH
Tips For A Colossal Closet Clean-Out
By
Paige Brandon
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June 11, 2021
Although we can no longer call it spring cleaning, it’s time to clean out our closets, ladies! Whether we are moving our winter clothes to the back or in desperate need of a new wardrobe, here are the best tips for cleaning out and organizing our closets! Immediately go through each piece of clothing and...
HORSES
Why Should You Use A Tail Bag?
By
Emily Fought
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October 20, 2020
Both casual and competitive riders choose to use tail bags for a number of reasons. They keep the horse’s tail protected! In muddy fall and winter months, your horse’s tail may drag or get rolled in dirt and muck. It’s best to shield it. Furthermore, when you take off the lycra or cotton bag, you’ll...
HORSES
10 Ways To Use Baby Wipes At The Barn
By
Emily Fought
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September 4, 2020
Whether you have children or not, every horse owner needs to add baby wipes to their shopping list! These multi-purpose wipes are great for cleaning horses, tack, and dirty hands. They’re also inexpensive and easy to store. If you’re a DIYer, then you can even try making your own natural horse grooming wipes. How to...
HORSES
DIY All-Natural Horse Shampoo Recipe
By
Emily Fought
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August 18, 2020
Hot, summer days are the perfect time for horse bathes! You can scrub your horse with an all-natural shampoo and make them shine. Not only will the cool water feel great on their skin, but you can remove dirt and sweat. There’s no need to buy expensive shampoos that have a million ingredients. Instead, you...
HORSES
10 Practical Uses For Listerine At The Barn
By
Emily Fought
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March 25, 2020
You may be familiar with the mouthwash, Listerine. It’s a powerful antiseptic that kills germs and bad breath. Did you know it’s also helpful around the barn? It can even be used directly on your horse! Listerine is affordable and easy to find, which makes it very practical to use. You won’t believe how helpful...
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