Are you eager to compete with your horse this season, but have no way to transport him to shows? Do you have an extra space on your trailer? Or do you just want to save money this season by...
Home smoke detectors can become clogged with organic matter in a barn, rendering them faulty. Heat detector alarms aren't appropriate for barns because there needs to be a presence of flames before the alarm kicks in. Projected beam...
The tack store shelves are full of a variety of tack cleaners and conditioners, but you'll find that most have the same key ingredients. Here's a guide to some of the common ones.
Glycerine: Available in bar or liquid form, glycerine...
Pay special attention to parts of tack that are subjected to a lot of wear, such as stirrup leathers.Riders put their tack through a lot of abuse. The dirt, sweat and horse slobber that saddles and bridles are subjected...
Increasing environmental awareness has changed the way we drive, what we buy and where we get our food. But what about the way we take care of our horses? A few simple changes around the barn can help you...
Unfortunately, when we purchase items from tack stores and catalogs we’re often left wondering, “How do I clean this once it gets dirty?” That’s an important question, because anything made to go on or near a horse is destined...
If you own a horse or two and are struggling in these economic times, you might consider taking in boarders to subsidize your equestrian hobby.Boarding horses can have many benefits beyond financial ones. However, it is also a big...
Much has been made about all the extras and the precise care the barefoot horse needs. Some of this advice is valid, but some of it should be carefully considered. Here's what the experts have to say:
Hoof Boots:
"I have...
Got mice? Besides securing the lids of grain bins and sweeping up leftover pellets, you can cut down on unwanted rodents by recruiting the services of a barn cat. A recent article in the Los Angeles Times revealed the...
There’s something aesthetically appealing about a horse with a long, thick tail. But unless your horse is genetically blessed with such an attribute you have to work to achieve that look. Brushing a tail is one of the worst...
