How and Why to Clean Your Horse Brushes

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Horse brushes are the ultimate grooming tools and are a necessity for any horse owner/rider. A good grooming can do more for your horse’s coat than any supplement could. Grooming removes dirt, grime, mud, dandruff, and excess hair, allowing oils to rise to the surface and get distributed evenly over the horse’s coat.

How often do you clean your brushes? I used to never clean mine, but now make it a monthly habit. I have noticed my brushes are lasting longer and my horses are cleaner, because let’s face it, dirty brushes don’t make for clean horses! Continue reading “How and Why to Clean Your Horse Brushes”

The Many Uses of Baling Twine

baling twineBaling twine! While most people wouldn’t look twice and such an insignificant accessory, many horse people hoard baling twine. Baling twine can be used for SO many things, the list is virtually endless.

One can purchase baling twine or simply pull the strings/twine off of your hay bales – a good idea to begin with, so horses don’t accidentally chew or swallow the twine or pieces of it. Continue reading “The Many Uses of Baling Twine”

Stall Cleaning in Six Minutes! How to Clean Stalls Faster

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Stall cleaning can take up time – a lot of time!

There are a few things you can do to make cleaning your stalls easier and more effective though, especially if your horses are kept inside during inclement weather or if they are at a show and can’t get out as much.

The number one step is to get help. HA! wouldn’t that be nice?

If you are doing this solo, no worries. Continue reading “Stall Cleaning in Six Minutes! How to Clean Stalls Faster”

How to Clean Your Riding Helmet

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Riding helmets can be one of the most important pieces of riding equipment you own, so why not take care of it? Riding helmets can gather sweat, dirt, makeup, and grime, especially along the forehead area. Here are a few things to do after each ride that can help your helmet stay clean! Continue reading “How to Clean Your Riding Helmet”

Best Facebook Groups for Horse Owners

facebook groups for horse ownersFacebook groups! There is a group for anyone and everything on Facebook, including horse owners. Are you part of any already? I have joined quite a few horse-related groups, and I have learned a LOT.

If you’re looking to buy or sell tack, horses, farm equipment, get opinions on your riding, advice, vet-related questions, horse care hacks and information and SO much more, there is a group for you.

I have joined a couple of horse groups in my specific area too. They provide information on farriers, local veterinarians, tack, and places to board. You can do a search on Facebook to find equestrian-based groups near your city or in your state. Continue reading “Best Facebook Groups for Horse Owners”

Product Review: SaddleBox

The SaddleBox! I have seen the SaddleBox subscription boxes on Instagram and was gifted a SaddleBox in exchange for a review. Here we go!

I was surprised by the size of the SaddleBox. For some reason, I pictured this enormous box, perhaps the size of a saddle, 😁 but was pleasantly surprised by its compact size. It fit perfectly in my package PO box. Continue reading “Product Review: SaddleBox”

Keep Your Horse Hydrated! Tips to Make Sure Your Horse Gets Enough Water

horse hydrated, dehydrated horseHydration is a key component to your horse’s health. We as humans along with most other living things need to keep hydrated. Dehydration can cause significant health problems, and in extreme cases, death. As the seasons change, the temperature AND the weather affects your horse.

Here are a few ideas to keep your horse hydrated no matter its environment.

Why is Hydration Such a Big Deal?

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Get the Green Out! How to Remove Green Stains From Your Horse

green stains, stain remover, dirty horseAh, the sign of a good roll or a good rest – green stains and spots on your horse! Horses love to roll in the dirt or grass and sometimes they will lie down at night, which can lead to manure or urine stains.

Never fear, there are ways to remove those awful stains and get your horse’s coat gleaming once again! Continue reading “Get the Green Out! How to Remove Green Stains From Your Horse”

Common Horse Skin Problems

Horses and their skin! There are sooooooo many things that can appear on your precious pony’s skin. Horses can have skin issues that appear suddenly even with no prior history of problems or they can be persistent and return infrequently over time.

On-the-Go Grooming - Expert advice on horse care and horse ridingHave you noticed anything funky with your horse’s skin? 

Do you know what it is or when to call the vet?

Do you have anything on hand to help ease the itching, or in some cases, pain?

Skin issues can arise from seemingly nowhere and for a myriad of causes- heat, sweat, bug bites, something they ate, odd weeds in their hay, digestive problems, or underlying issues with their health. 

There are some things you can do, and know when to call the vet, but first, let’s look at the long list of issues that it could be. Continue reading “Common Horse Skin Problems”