A lot of horses aren’t treated to a posh bed each night. Many spend much of their lives in dry paddocks or corrals, where the ground can be quite unforgiving. Over time, open sores can develop on the front...
According to Kathryn Watts who heads up Rocky Mountain Research & Consulting Inc., there is no advantage to feeding “old” hay to horses that need lower nutritional requirements as a result of health conditions such as obesity or lamintis....
With the vast array of blankets on the market, it's not always simple to pick the right one. Use these guidelines to help you decide what kind of clothing your horse needs for the weather where you live.
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Have you ever felt your western saddle shifting beneath your seat? It could be due to an improperly fitted cinch. The wrong sized cinch could also cause your horse to develop a sore or gal due to pinching or rubbing....
The distinctive clank of a loose shoe is never a welcome sound for a horse owner. In most cases, a loose shoe will probably put your horse out of commission until the farrier arrives.Tools of the Trade
Clinches: The end of...
Few climates in the United States are so hospitable that horse owners never need to dress for cold weather. Even parts of warm states like Florida and Texas experience frost and snow from time to time. Because barn chores are tedious...
No matter how reputable your builder or how many barns he’s built, ask lots of questions. In your world, the only barn that matters is the one built for you. Think of yourself as the foreman of the project....
When it comes to cleaning stalls, it's not rocket science. But any time you’re dealing with the health and comfort of your horse, you’ll want to make sure to do the best job possible. If you can do it...
You can probably figure out what a plow is, but there is some tractor terminology that’s foreign to first-time tractor buyers. Here’s a translation guide to help get you up to speed on basic tractor lingo:Blade: A heavy blade...
If you’re new to tractors, finding a qualified teacher who can tutor you on the ins and outs of safe driving and operation can be difficult, but now there’s a national program designed to train users on safe tractor...
