Older horses still have a lot to offer a rider, but often they’re discounted as being past their prime. It’s understandable for someone to be wary of a horse whose retirement to greener pastures may not be too far in the future, but just like people, senior horses can be senior athletes. And there is plenty […]
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Herd in Iceland
“Herd in Iceland” I bet you don’t think of horses when you think of Iceland.  I didn’t either until I saw this remarkable story/video. Herd in Iceland is a documentary about the annual round-up of the Icelandic horse, isolated for centuries by the country’s oceanic borders. “Herd In Iceland” began filming in the fall of 2010, […]
Looking For the Best Horse Blanket Fit
What do you look for when checking how your horse’s blanket fits? Good Fit A horse blanket that fits well will not be too tight or loose in any one area. Most blankets have many adjustable elements, but the length must be correct. The blanket should cover your horse from withers to tail without too […]
Horse Vaccination Strategies
Horse Vaccination Strategies This article courtesy of  HorseChannel.com, This article was previously published October 15, 2013, and was updated on April 20, 2023. Vaccinating your horse against disease is such a simple task. It’s not terribly time consuming, and it’s relatively inexpensive when you consider the alternative. But some people don’t vaccinate. Lack of concern regarding […]
Deworming the Reluctant Horse
What horse enjoys deworming time? It’s hard to blame a horse for failing to enjoy his deworming paste; it doesn’t exactly look like good eats. Although deworming companies have put great effort into making the medicine more palatable, some horses simply haven’t read the memo and refuse to have anything to do with dewormers. A […]
Finding the Type of Horse Trailer that is Right for You
Make sure you get the style of horse trailer that’s right for your needs Straight-load or Slant-load? Horse trailers are either straight-load (horses face straight ahead while traveling) or slant-load (horses stand at an angle). While most horses prefer to travel straight, a slant-load allows for more horses (or a larger tack/living area) to fit […]