The purpose of braiding our horse's mane is to add interest or functionality. Braids not only look good, but can help keep the hair from breaking, thus helping the hair grow longer, and can also help the horse stay cooler in the summer months. Horses with thick manes can sweat a lot under their mane. There are some ... read more
What to Pack in Your Saddlebags
Have you ever wondered what to pack in your saddlebags when you are going on a trail ride? I did a lot of research and asked over forty people and I found the most common items and turned them into a list that I could share with you. There can be emergency situations on a trail ride and it doesn't hurt to be that person ... read more
Interview with Kristin Thornberry
I am excited to share with you the interview I had with Kristin Thornberry. Kristin is a barefoot trimmer in NW Arkansas. To say she is well versed in the horse world is an understatement. She has a Bachelor's degree in Animal Science with a minor in Equine Science and trained by a AFA certified farrier. Kristin has over 15 ... read more
Trust Building Exercises
Now that it's warming up, I thought it would be fun to have a little spring time fun with my horses by doing some trust building exercises. These are great challenges that not only build trust between you and your horse, but build your horse's confidence as well. You can do these exercises with a friend to help or by ... read more
Tips for Buying a New Horse
If you find yourself considering buying a new horse, then you'll want to keep these tips in mind. Unfortunately, not everyone is honest and you want to make sure the horse is what the owner says they are. You also want to make sure the horse is sound before purchase. There are so many aspects that a person must consider ... read more
Shedding Tools for Horses
Once the weather warms up and Spring is in the air, after that long winter, our horses start shedding their coats. And boy do they shed! Especially those older horses who seem to have such thick coats. I always try to get out there and brush that hair off as quickly as possible. I've tried several tools over the years and I ... read more
