spring

Spring is in the air! With the arrival of this new season, you’ll want to get out your horse care checklist and start marking off some to-dos. You’re probably busy doing spring cleaning in the house, but don’t forget you have some horse business to attend to. Spring Checklist Submit a fecal sample to your...

Deworming is a necessary part of horse ownership. Horses are constantly reinfecting themselves every time they graze in a pasture. Parasites are quite normal for your equine friend; however, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take measures to reduce their worm load. A strategic plan is necessary to keep parasites at bay! A Fecal Egg Count...

Horses definitely have a special way of letting us know the season is changing. The shift from winter to spring is filled with lots of mud and hairy horses. Thankfully, the weather is getting warmer and the days longer! You’ll have to take the good with the bad during this in-between stage. Your horse’s winter...

The weeks between winter and spring can be very hard on horse owners. They’re filled with lots of mud! Snow melts and the ground unfreezes leaving behind a swampy mess. You’re probably wondering how most deal with these unfortunate conditions. Coping with Mud A recent survey was asked on the Facebook group, Horse Barns: Plans,...

Unfortunately, all horses are at risk for laminitis to some degree. Research has proven that some are much more likely to experience this condition than others though. Horse owners should be aware of these factors! Laminitis is crippling, and sometimes even fatal. You should definitely take it seriously! Common Risk Factors for Laminitis Your horse...

Spring grass is sprouting up! Get your horse’s grazing muzzle ready. Now, they can enjoy pasture without worry. Unfortunately, many horses have health issues like obesity or a history of laminitis that keep them from indulging in lush grass. They can still be apart of the herd with the help of a muzzle though. Some...

Each year horse owners wait excitably as lush grass grows in. Your horse’s diet will switch from hay to grass, which can cut down on expenses and labor. No more stuffing hay nets or moving round bales. Before you turn out your horse onto lush pasture, you’ll want to do some research and planning. Here’s...

Most riders are more than happy to welcome spring! It’s time to dust off your saddle and have some fun with your horse. If your tack collection is missing some bright and beautiful colors, then consider adding a few new pieces! That’ll get your even more excited to ride. Those floral polo wraps and halter...