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A middle aged woman wearing a red vest leads two horses in the snow, a palomino wearing western tack and a chestnut
When Is it Too Cold to Ride Your Horse?
Consider these factors when deciding whether to ride your horse in frigid weather or take the day off.
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A haflinger horse kicks out while running in a paddock against green bushes
Protect Yourself From Kicks When Working With Horses
Even the most easygoing horse can send out an unexpected kick. Follow these precautions around all horses...
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A woman in a blue top longes a bay horse using a longeing cavesson in an arena.
The Beginner's Guide to Longeing a Horse
Longeing, or lunging, is a valuable training technique for horses of all disciplines and experience levels,...
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A blond woman runs her hand underneath an English saddle placed on a bay horse's back to assess whether it fits properly
Saddle Fitting 101: How and Why To Check Your Horse’s Tack
Learn why you need a saddle that fits the shape of your horse’s back, plus 6 parts of the saddle to check...
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A female veterinarian palpates a horse's back in a stall to determine if it's painful
Is Your Horse’s Back Sore?
A horse with back pain can put a halt to your riding plans. Learn about the signs, causes, and effective...
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A man and a woman wearing red plaid tops ride chestnut horses in western tack in the snow alongside horse paddocks
10 Ways to Celebrate the New Year With Your Horse
As you reflect on the past year and plan for the next, don’t forget to make memories and celebrate with...
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A man uses a clipper to body clip a white pony's winter coat
How to Body Clip a Horse: Tips and Patterns
Learn about common types of body clips and get step-by-step instructions for body clipping with our helpful...
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A young woman walks out of a barn aisle carrying three empty water buckets
Timesavers: Ways to Make Barn Chores More Efficient
It’s easy to get sucked into the time vacuum of barn chores. Here are some ways to take good care of...
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A bay horse cantering in a green field
On the Move: The Importance of Regular Exercise for Horses
Your horse needs frequent movement and exercise for good digestive, musculoskeletal, and mental health.
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a woman lifts her western saddle into the back of her pickup truck on a snowy day, with her paint horse and barn in the background
English or Western? Different Types of Saddles for Equestrians
Learning the differences between English and Western saddle design and function can help you understand...
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Welcome to the Barn: Getting to Know Your New Horse
Learn about your new horse’s health, behavior, and personality as you acclimate him to a new home, diet,...
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A woman in a cowboy hat and plaid shirt smiles and pets her bay horse
The 10 Best Horse Breeds for Beginners
Discover which horse breeds have the temperament, size, and trainability to be ideal mounts for novice...
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