A Special Friendship: Horses and Goats

Goat and horse grazing together

Evolving as herd animals, horses are highly social and thrive on interaction with others. Because of this, it is recommended that you have at least two horses on the property to satisfy their emotional and social needs. Depending on your setup or your finances, it may not be feasible to have multiple horses. Fortunately, many horses find companionship in goats– a manageable addition to your farmstead! Consider welcoming a goat into your stable; they are sure to bring companionship to your horse, and are great fun for the entire family!

Understanding Rain Rot

Chestnut horse running in a pasture in the rain

Rain rot, also known as rain scald, is a common bacterial skin condition that horses can develop when exposed to wet conditions. Because of this, rain rot frequently occurs in the spring, particularly with horses that spend most of their time turned out. Fortunately for horse owners, most cases of rain rot can be treated with topical solutions and a variety of horse husbandry methods.

Adding Omega-3 Fatty Acids to Your Horse’s Diet

Shiny chestnut horse running in a field

When it comes to feeding our horses and devising a nutritional plan for them, optimizing their overall health and wellness is one of our top priorities. In recent years, supplementing with omega-3 fatty acids has become increasingly mainstream — and for a good reason! They have a plethora of equine health benefits, making them an …

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Managing the Misery of Sweet Itch

In this blog post, we break down the ways that you can help prevent your horse from developing Sweet Itch, while also giving you some practical ways to soothe the miserable skin condition after it has happened.

Time Saving Tips Around the Barn

In this blog, we explore some of our favorite time-saving tips and ways to let you make the most of your time in the barn and with your horse, especially if you keep your horse at home, have a rough board situation, or perform chores as part of your co-op board.