Trail and Recreational Riding
Choosing the right trails is important during the hot summer months. Here are several rules you should follow: Never…
Every horse will spook at something sometime. There are a variety of methods for dealing with this problem, so experiment…
Most horses bolt, or take off running, when they’re scared or when they want to get back to the barn…
Barn-sour behavior is strongly influenced by horses’ natural instincts, including their instinct to be with the herd and their need…
“When a horse feels anxious about something (catching up to another horse, or getting back to the barn, for example),…
When it comes to first aid preparedness, humans aren’t the only ones to consider. From scrapes to sprains, horses need…
Recreational riding is America’s No.1 equestrian pastime. Nothing compares to exploring nature on horseback. But when you visualize yourself on…
It can be a bit nippy in the morning when you head out on a trail ride, but by midday…
Q. My 4-year-old mare kicks out and bucks while going downhill on trail rides. My veterinarian has ruled out health…
If you wish you could just saddle up Old Paint and trot off into the wilderness for a few days,…