horses

A Horse By Nature: Managing Emotional and Mental Stress in Horses for Improved Welfare By Mary Ann Simonds | (Trafalgar Square Books) Wild horses display a myriad of fascinating behaviors for anyone who has the time to sit at a distance with binoculars and watch.  That is precisely what horse ecologist, equine behaviorist, and author...

Those that own mares should familiarize themselves with their horse’s heat cycle. With spring in the air, your mare is likely to begin a 21-day estrus cycle. She becomes receptive to breeding. If you’re wondering why this matters to you, some mares become more difficult to handle during this time. They may need a day...

If you look inside your horse’s mouth, you’ll see a lot of teeth! Like us, they’ll vary in size and purpose. Most horses have between 36 and 42 teeth. Their adult teeth will continue to grow throughout their life. Riders often examine their horse’s teeth to determine an approximate age. The grooves and wear patterns...

When saddling a cinchy horse, they will usually act out in some way or another to protest having the cinch tightened. There are a number of reasons why a horse may fuss. Sometimes, it’s related to pain and other times it’s behavioral. You’ll need to get to the root of the problem before it gets...

Dreams really do come true! With tears in his eyes, Tik Maynard accepted his 2024 World Championship buckle at the Road to the Horse competition. This event was held from March 21st to the 24th. The world’s most elite horse trainers competed in this colt-starting competition. This year proved to be an exciting event! The...

Buttercups appear harmless to most. Their delicate petals are a cheerful yellow color. Don’t let their pleasant appearance fool you though! They can be very toxic to horses, especially when eaten fresh and in large amounts. With symptoms varying from blisters in the mouth to colic and even seizures, buttercups are not to be ignored!...

Buttercups appear harmless to most. Their delicate petals are a cheerful yellow color. Don’t let their pleasant appearance fool you though! They can be very toxic to horses, especially when eaten fresh and in large amounts. With symptoms varying from blisters in the mouth to colic and even seizures, buttercups are not to be ignored!...

Cowgirls love their bold and beautiful tack! They aren’t afraid to saddle up with wild colors and unique patterns. If you’d like to spice up your tack collection, then consider a colorful bit. There are endless varieties available! LMBTack has you covered. Barrel racers, trail adventurers, and everyday riders… Let’s have some fun with your...