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The Best Natural DIY Fly & Tick Spray
July 11, 2023
It’s that time of year! The flies and ticks are unreal. Without protection, they’ll swarm your horse and bite them all day. These blood-thirsty insects are a real bother! You can buy fly sprays at your tack store, though they can get expensive, or you can make your own. This particular DIY option is natural...
HOME & RANCH
Overrun With Ticks? Get Guinea Fowl!
By
Emily Fought
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June 20, 2023
Many states are plagued with ticks in the spring and summer. Before you spray your yard with chemicals, consider a non-toxic approach like guinea fowl! These birds are tick-eating machines. They actually eat all sorts of bugs from fleas and mosquitos to flies and beetles. Your horse farm can be pest free! Tick Season Depending...
HORSES
Keep Ticks Off Your Horse
By
Emily Fought
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May 3, 2023
Every spring and summer horse owners gear up for the fight against ticks. They have to protect not only themselves, but their horses. There are many types that will latch onto your horse, including deer and dog ticks. Unfortunately, some carry nasty diseases! It’s important you protect your horse against them. Tick Prevention Topical spot-on...
HORSES
Beat Flies This Summer With Garlic
By
Emily Fought
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June 9, 2020
Garlic has been known to repel insects. Many riders have questioned whether it can be used as a natural repellant for their horse. It’s actually a widely used alternative to harsh chemicals. Holistic veterinarians have been recommending it for ages! The idea behind feeding garlic is when your horse sweats the odor will naturally repel...
HORSES
5 Ways To Keep Rodents Out Of Your Barn
By
Emily Fought
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April 19, 2018
Are you rolling out the welcome mat for rodents in your horse barn? There’s nothing worse than a stable infested with mice and rats. They can risk your horse’s health with diseases, ticks, and fleas. Don’t forget the droppings they leave behind and the gnawed through wiring that can cost big dollars to replace. It’s...
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HORSES
Patterned Bits For A Wild Ride
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...
HORSES
5 Reasons Why Mules Are Better Than Horses
How much do you know about mules? Some riders are making the bold statement that once you try a mule, you’ll never go back to horses! They’re stating that these long-eared animals are far superior. They should be your go-to for trail riding in the rough country. They can get you safety where you need...
HORSES
5 Hot Headstalls For Cowgirls
Barrel racers, are you ready to dazzle the rodeo crowd with your gorgeous headstall? You and your horse can look your best with some flashy tack. Vibrant colors, wild patterns, beading, gemstones, and striking tooling… These headstalls are statement pieces! You won’t find them at your average tack store. Each was expertly crafted with durable...
Fashion
Stretchy Bootcut Riding Pants For Cowgirls
Jeans are great, but sometimes you want something with a little more stretch to them. If you want more freedom and flexibility in the saddle, then you need to try riding pants. They’re bootcut for western riders. These stylish and practical pants even have extended knee patches and full silicone seats. You can enjoy the...
HORSES
Top Tips For Riding On Windy Days
Some horsemen will tell you that you should ride in any weather. It’s a true test of your horse’s training. They should be obedient in wind, rain, snow, and anything else you throw their way. It can be difficult to ride on windy days though. The wind can make your horse spooky and uptight. The...
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Prevent Fly Problems Before It's Too Late
Spring is the perfect time tot start your fly prevention care and to protect your animals from those pesky, disease-carrying bugs! Nothing is worse than barns full of flies and unconformable animals. Say goodbye to pesky flies and disease-carrying insects for good this season with some of our favorite insect control products! SWAT CLEAR Horse...
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COWGIRL LIFE
Bryce Albright - 30 Under 30 Class of '21
Bryce Albright had the incredible opportunity to grow up on a Wyoming dude ranch where the Western way of life was engraved into every facet of her life. After moving out of state, the ranch continued to hold a special place in her heart. She says, “In so many ways, that ranch raised me. Every...
COWGIRL LIFE
Friends And Family Members, Billie Sellars and Hailey Holman, Are Pregnant At The Same Time!
What’s better than having a baby on the way? Having a baby on the way at the same time as your family member and one of your best friends! Billie Sellars and Hailey Holman are both pregnant! Billie Holman-Sellars and Lefty Holman are siblings! Billie is married to Clayton Sellars, NFR bull rider. Lefty is...
HORSES
Patterned Bits For A Wild Ride
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...
COWGIRL LIFE
Wild Women Of The West: Hannah S. Gould
The crew and passengers aboard the steamship the City of Columbia stood huddled together on the flooded deck of the vessel. Night was all around them and an awful moment of peril and suspense hung in the wet air. A perfect storm had overtaken the steamer and raging winds had driven her into a mass...