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How to Handle a Disease Outbreak on a Horse Farm

October 9, 2024

Is there a sick horse on your property (or at the barn where you board)? Follow these steps to keep horses...

A woman calms a horse that pulls back when tied by using a quick-release knot to tie him to a stall grate.

The Horse That Pulls Back When Tied: Do’s and Don’ts

September 16, 2024

If you have a horse that pulls back when tied, here’s what to do (and not do!) to manage this particular...

a woman in an indoor arena practices negative reinforcement horse training while exercising a horse on a longe line.

How To Train Your Horse Using Negative Reinforcement

July 10, 2024

Learn why negative reinforcement horse training—also known as pressure and release—works and how to use...

a woman carries two buckets of feed to a group of horses on the other side of a pasture fence

Feeding Horses: How To Get the Most Value for Your Money

June 21, 2024

Here are 9 strategic steps to get the most value from your horse's feed while ensuring he stays healthy...

A young woman carry english riding tack greets her gray horse at the stall door as part of positive reinforcement horse training

How To Train Your Horse Using Positive Reinforcement

June 13, 2024

Positive reinforcement is a low-stress training technique that can help us teach horses how to happily...

A woman rides a palomino horse in western tack across a stream on a mountain trail while learning how to cross water with a horse

Safe Passage: How To Cross Water With a Horse

June 7, 2024

If you come across a creek, stream, or river while trail riding, don’t wade blindly into unfamiliar waters—follow...

two young women gallop bay horses across a beach with mountains in the background during a horseback riding vacation

How To Plan a Horseback Riding Vacation

May 29, 2024

From dude ranches to personalized lesson programs, here’s how to ensure your next vacation revolves around...

Closeup photo of a horse owner choosing a type of fly spray for horses before applying it to her horse.

How To Choose (and Use) the Right Fly Spray for Horses

May 22, 2024

Discover the secrets to selecting and applying the right fly spray for any horse or situation.

a farrier trims the left hind hoof of a chestnut horse that's tied to a fence.

How To Communicate With Your Horse’s Farrier

May 9, 2024

Here are 9 tips for forging a productive information exchange with your farrier.

A rider choosing a bit for her paint horse and checking its fit before riding

How To Choose a Bit for Your Horse

April 12, 2024

The right bit can lead to a smooth and enjoyable ride for both horse and rider. Learn how to determine...

a girl wearing a red checkered shirt picks out her gray's horse front left foot

How to Teach Your Horse to Pick Up His Foot

April 5, 2024

Is your horse refusing to lift his feet so you can pick them out? Here are tips to address this behavioral...

A woman uses a shedding blade to remove loose, long hair from her bay horse's coat and hindquarters.

Horse Spring Shedding Simplified: Tips, Tools, and Techniques

April 3, 2024

Is your horse a hairy beast coming out of winter? Help him shed his coat with these practical strategies...

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