Sky has had a straightforward pregnancy thus far, and I am fortunate that she is a relatively easy keeper. However, she still requires prenatal care as she grows our little bundle of joy, which is due on April 24, 2023.
We explore boarding barn rules and etiquette so that you can establish and maintain strong, respectful relationships with your barn owner, manager, and fellow barn mates.
With the potential for tremendous property damage as well as the irreplaceable loss of your horses, ponies, and livestock, a barn fire comes with a tremendous cost, both financially and emotionally. According to the Animal Welfare Institute, over 680,000 livestock animals died in barn fires in 2021. Let’s discuss ways that you can prevent this devastating disaster and safeguard your horses…and protect yourself against becoming one of these horrifying statistics.
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.
Join our employee Maria on her journey to breed her Quarter Horse mare named Sky. In part III of this series, she chronicles the journey to breeding her mare and confirming her successful pregnancy.
Join our employee Maria on her journey to breed her Quarter Horse mare named Sky. In part II of this series, she discusses how she selected a stallion.
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.
Join our employee Maria on her journey to breed her Quarter Horse mare named Sky. In part I of the series, she discusses important deciding factors when choosing to breed her mare.
unlike their typically more even-keel gelding counterparts, some mares experience mood swings and a decrease in performance as a result of their estrus cycles. These mares need additional support through their cycles to reduce discomfort and maintain a steady disposition. In this blog, we explore some of the best ways to support your mare through her seasonal cycles when you are riding and/or working with her.
As horse owners, we all want the best for our beloved animals. To keep our horses happy and comfortable, monitoring for and preventing ulcers is important. Keep reading to learn more about some of the management practices that will limit the occurrence of ulcers in your horse.