Explore Camping with Horses
Combining a passion for trail riding with a love for nature, camping is becoming increasingly popular among many equestrians.
Combining a passion for trail riding with a love for nature, camping is becoming increasingly popular among many equestrians.
New Arena Saddles, from the makers of Bates and Wintec, feature the highly customizable Horse and Rider Technology (HART).
In this blog post, we explore the various types of specialized saddle pads for the hunter/jumper, dressage, and eventing equestrian and help you determine if your horse is a candidate for them.
Returning your horse to work is a process that should be done gradually. We spoke with Victoria Herbst, the head trainer and riding instructor at Herbst Arabians in Wallingford, CT, to understand more about this delicate process.
As horse lovers, many of us enjoy filling our days with everything equine! Whether you are curled up on the couch or spending time traveling on your daily commute, videos are a fun way to stay connected and occupy our spare moments. We have compiled a list of our favorite content for every equestrian.
One popular form of exercise – yoga – has proven to benefit the physical and mental well-being of the rider, making them more effective in the saddle. In this blog, we explore yoga and the advantages to incorporating it into your wellness regime. We spoke with Helen Gilbertson, an avid equestrian, vaulter, and yoga instructor, to determine how yoga has had a positive impact on her riding abilities.
At The Cheshire Horse, many of us and our customers are avid readers. We have compiled a list of some of our favorite books around the store, with something for everyone. Hopefully we can inspire you to pick up a new book and dive right in!
Much like a horse on stall rest, our children require mental stimulation and structured physical activity to stay happy and healthy! Check out our equine-inspired indoor activity suggestions to help your child bust boredom in times of inclement weather or, you know, in times of quarantine.
When used properly, a bit helps the rider communicate with their horse and provide cooperation and safety for their time under saddle. Sometimes, however, things go wrong, and despite our best intentions, the line of communication breaks down and things go awry. In this blog, we take a look at some common bitting issues and give you the tools you need to solve them.
There are two main ways that equestrians choose to ride their horses without a bit: with a hackamore or with a bitless bridle. These products are similar in that they allow you to control and communicate with your horse without a mouthpiece, however the similarities end there.