Category: For The Horse Owner

If you have ever taken a riding lesson, your instructor may remind you to ride with your heels down at all times. Why do I need my heels down though? Is there a safety reason for keeping my heels...

Farriers are very important people who are responsible for trimming, cleaning, caring for, and shoeing your horse's hoof. Having a good farrier is essential to your horse's health. There is a saying...

In a few of my past articles, I have recommended getting a salt lick or mineral block for your horse to encourage them to drink more water or to give them better access to the salt and minerals they...

Oh no! Your mare was somehow in the same pen as a stallion and you didn't realize until now! What if she is pregnant? Is there a way to tell if she is pregnant early on? And do pregnant horses need...

My boyfriend and I were on a trail ride one day up in Prescott, Arizona. After the long trailer ride, I thought that the horses might want something to drink. We found a water trough that was there...

Many people ask me how much hay my horse eats in a day or how long a hay bale lasts per horse. It is actually quite hard to say how long a hay bale lasts per horse because of the different diets of...