Insect Control for the Trail Rider

Is there anything better than a leisurely hack through the woods with your horse? Many equestrians, regardless of their goals in the saddle, have found themselves enjoying a trail ride on many occasions. Whether you primarily trail ride or use it as a form of equine cross-training for the body and mind, you know that …

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Shed Happens! Enter to Win a Spring Grooming Kit

Enter your shedding photo for a chance to win our Spring Shedding Prize. Click the button above to enter. Starts 4/9/19, and ends 4/14/19. Shedding Prize contains: 1 Purple Shedding Blade 1 Grip-Fit Grooming Brush 1 Pair of HandsOn Grooming Gloves 1 Equi-Groomer Tool

Beekeeping 101

When it comes to our food and flora, bees are essential! If you would like your garden to bloom with all its might, and have honey to drizzle on your yogurt or tea in the morning, then beekeeping is a great hobby to pursue. Bees are essential to the human race; without them, our food …

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The Effects of Poor Saddle Fit

Have you ever gone for a run in a pair of shoes that just don’t fit? Your toes banging up against the front, inadequate arch support, and blisters developing on your heels – your daily jog goes from pleasure to pain in a hurry. An ill-fitting pair of shoes does even more than causing discomfort …

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So Fresh! Successfully Storing Blankets

Spring is here! The birds are chirping, flowers are poking through the barren ground, and your horse is shedding. For equestrians, spring brings more time in the saddle. It also means that it’s time to pack up the winter blankets and say goodbye to them until the snows flies once more. Winter blankets are a …

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The Warm Fuzzies: Properly Caring for Your Wool

When it comes to clothing for cold or unpredictable weather, wool reigns supreme. With its lightweight insulation, breathability, and warmth, it’s easy to see why this natural fiber remains a perennial favorite among outdoor enthusiasts and equestrians alike. Wool is superior at regulating body temperature. This makes it great for outdoor athletes, or people who …

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Treating and Preventing Common Hoof Ailments

April showers bring May flowers… and puddles, and mud, and a whole lot of yuck around the barn! While spring is a welcome sight for every equestrian, it comes with its own set of challenges when caring for horses. Damp conditions can wreak havoc on your horse’s hooves. After a long winter of ice and …

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Essentials for Raising Chicks, Poults, and Keets

Bringing home chicks is a very exciting time. When you have research and a proper setup on your side, it will make raising chicks an enjoyable experience. Whether you’re going to use them for backyard pets, eggs, meat, or show birds, we’ve outlined some guidelines for you to follow to ensure a successful housewarming for your new chicks.

All Cooped Up: Caring for Your Chickens in Winter Weather

Don’t let your fowl friends down in foul weather! The harsh temperatures can be tough on all of us, and chickens are no exception. Your flock relies on you to keep them warm, healthy, and entertained – no matter what the thermometer says on the outside of your coop. The Cheshire Horse has what you …

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