Feeding the Easy Keeper

Horses and ponies with a slow metabolism require specialized management practices in order for them to thrive. In this blog post, we explore how to maximize the nutrition that you feed your horse while promoting weight loss.

From the Center of the Ring: Wisdom from Judge Chris Cassenti

Chris Cassenti is a familiar face on the New England show circuit, as the manager and lead trainer at Chrislar Farm, Rowley, MA; a licensed United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Morgan and Saddleseat Equitation judge; and an accessible New England Horse Council (NEHC) judge (holding cards for both English and Western).

Fancy Chicken Breeds

Many of these breeds also lay eggs, making them as productive as they are entertaining. In this blog post, we explore fancy and exotic chicken breeds that we carry at The Cheshire Horse. We are excited to help you bring some feathered beauties home to your coop!

Dual Purpose Chicken Breeds

For active homesteaders, dual purpose chicken breeds are a popular choice. They are known not only for their egg laying prowess, but also for their tasty meat. This allows small scale poultry farms to live sustainably, and raise a flock that can feed their entire family year-round.

Layer Chicken Breeds

Many of our customers raise chickens for the birds’ entertaining antics, as well as their delicious eggs. In this blog, we will discuss the various differences between the layer breeds that we offer so that you can make the best selection for your farm.

Local Barn Resource Guide

If you are looking for a barn in the area, we encourage you to refer to this listing of popular equestrian facilities, many of which we are proud to call customers as well as friends.

A Shopping List for the Equestrian Parent

At The Cheshire Horse, we love guiding aspiring young equestrians (and their parents) through the process of selecting their first riding apparel and equipment. If you are new to horses, we’re here for you, to assist in outfitting your child for every occasion whether it be their first lesson, the first day of horse camp, or their first horse show.

Preparing for a Natural Fly-Free Summer

In recent years, many equestrians have shifted their focus to non-toxic pest control options to maximize the health of themselves, their pets, their horses, and their local ecosystem. In this blog, we take a look at some of the ways to manage the fly population and protect your horse naturally, without the use of harmful pesticides and insecticides.