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Limit access to lush pasture in at-risk horses, especially in the spring and fall. Grazing strategies for at-risk horses:

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Electrolyte Use in Fall and Winter

“I have only a few weeks’ worth of electrolyte supplement left in my bucket. With fall and winter approaching, do...

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It’s Taco Tuesday again!

The last few weeks were quite the adventure. We had some pretty terrible weather. First it rained, then the rain turned to ice! The ice covered everything...

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Ensure Your Horse is Getting Enough Water in the Winter

Horses need to drink a minimum of 10 to 12 gallons of water a day to stay healthy, no matter...

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Seek out a new perspective once in a while

It's always fun to ride with a different instructor once in a while. It could be a trainer that comes to your farm periodically, or a trainer who is offering a clinic in your area. A new perspective can shed light…

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Leo came to town

He stepped off the trailer with his head high and ears pricked. There was a slight tremble in his muscles, a hint of nervous excitement. He walked gracefully, almost catlike, down the ramp and across the drive. His fuzzy winter coat glistened…

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Hear why International Grand Prix Rider Jaime Irwin feeds Neigh-Lox® Advanced

Jaime Irwin talks to you today about Neigh-Lox Advanced and why he uses it in his feeding program.

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Need a dressage arena to practice in but you are on a budget? Make your own.

Need a dressage arena to practice in but you are on a budget? Make your own. It’s easy and relatively inexpensive…

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Flying squirrels and giant lizards

I had quite the chuckle the other day. Oreo and I were hanging out in the dry lot, enjoying some hay and having a chat—you know, like horses do. “I think I am retired now like you,” Oreo said. I just looked at him. “ Why do you think that? How old are you?” “Nine,” he answered…

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How to weigh your horse

Just look at that fuzzy horse, covered in a nice warm winter coat. Do you ever stop and think, “He...

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Water

As an ex-racehorse and ex-event horse turned dressage horse (recently retired), I have an interesting history with water. I have been bathed in it, I have galloped through it, jumped over it, jumped into it, and on the race track…

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Socializing speeds recovery for horses after exertion

We wanted to share this great article from our friends at Equus Magazine. Be sure to visit their website! Socializing...

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Mocha’s great adventure begins.

Hi, my name is Mocha and this is my blog. I am a cute little chocolate chestnut pony with a long forelock and a troubled past and this is the story of my greatest adventure…

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Managing Metabolically Challenged Horses in Winter

Winter can be a risky time for metabolically challenged horses. Research has shown that cold weather causes greater variability in...

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Where did Mocha go?

Life has settled into a new routine for me and my barnmates. Mocha is gone. He kept telling us he was going on a great adventure…

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Winter Challenges for Horses with Laminitis

Winter can be a challenging time of year for horses with a past history of laminitis. Horses who have suffered...

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Is your horse ready for winter?

As the winter season approaches, it is time to evaluate your horse’s body condition score. It is important to make sure your horse begins winter in the best condition possible. If your horse has special needs it may be necessary to alter your feeding program during the winter months.

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The Twelve Days of Christmas

On the first day of Christmas my true love sent to me: On the second day of Christmas my...

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The dream galloping edition!

I had the weirdest experience the other day. One minute I was lying on my side, taking a nap in my nice comfy stall, and the next minute I was out in the dry lot with my heart pounding! I had no idea how I got there!

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5 Tips to Prepare Your Feed Room for Winter

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Rainy days and dry stalls

Rain, snow, rain. Snow, rain, snow. This is winter in Kentucky. It has been wet and gray for what seems like days and days. I am looking forward to a nice nap in the…

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Keep a journal of what you have learned

By Reese Koffler Stanfield, USDF gold medalist, FEI-certified instructor, owner of Maplecrest Farm. Take time after lessons, clinics, and daily rides to journal about what you have learned that day. Writing things down helps…

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Jaimey and Tina Irwin

Stoney Lake Equestrian Centre in Stouffville, Ontario, is home base to one of Canada’s premier dressage couples. Jaimey and Tina...

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Do you have a horse that is struggling with skin issues or even thrush?

By Lisa Barry, FEI 5* Rider and Trainer Try this. Combine 1 part 2% chlorhexidine to 20 parts water mixed in a spray bottle. Apply once a day. It works to kill the bacteria as well as fungus.

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