This post on icing for injuries is a guest post by Douglas Spatz, President of EyeOn Equine Care. I had a discussion the other evening with a family member about the pros and cons of icing for injuries. I was told it’s used to treat horse’s legs and is recommended by so many professionals. My … Read more
Have you ever asked yourself: what are horseshoes for? There have been many debates as to why we put shoes on our horses. After all, they never needed them when they were in the wild! In this article, we will explain to you the history and science behind horseshoes. For hundreds of years, horses have … Read more
As you may already know, the two main types of riding are English and Western. If you’re a beginner then you may have started on one or the other of these styles. If you’ve been riding for a while, you may prefer one or the other. Or you may enjoy both, like me! The basic difference … Read more
People who own a horse know that it’s more than just a pet. A horse is a companion. They make you feel special when you spend time together. But if you want your horse to communicate with you effectively, then you need to train them properly. Training helps you build a relationship with your horse. … Read more
In the movies, riders will jump on an unbridled horse and be able to ride flawlessly. Somehow the horse always knows the direction they’re supposed to go in, and the pace. But in the real world bridles are of great importance to give your horse directions and instructions. As you might expect, getting one that … Read more
Typically, horse training starts at an early age. Most people believe that when a horse becomes older, training becomes too difficult. But if you ask me, that’s a myth! You shouldn’t believe it. A horse can be trained at any age. So let’s talk about training an older horse! Whether it is a newborn horse … Read more
Every horse rider knows the importance of a saddle pad. While horse riding, it is important to keep the safety and comfort of a rider in mind. But, it is also equally important to keep the comfort of your horse in mind. English horse saddle pads are a great way to do this. In this … Read more
Knowing how to choose a horse blanket is not an easy task. You have to keep multiple factors in mind before deciding. What is your climate? What are your horse’s needs? Is their coat clipped or unclipped? Which of the different types of blankets on the market is best? It can be challenging and overwhelming. … Read more
There are many different types of horse blankets. These include rain sheets, turnout blankets, cooler blankets, quarter sheets, stable blankets, fly sheets, and more. It can be a little overwhelming! In this blog post, I’m going to talk to you about horse turnout blankets. Why use horse turnout blankets? Horse turnout blankets help you to … Read more
You might think that the first steps to training a horse will depend on what type of training style you want to employ. When you search “how to train a horse” on Google you’ll find lots of buzz words and quick approaches. You might have heard the term “natural horsemanship” for instance. There’s also training … Read more
