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How to Tell if Your Horse is Overheated
Long hair, too much fat insulation, and hot trailers are a few of the many reasons why a horse could overheat. In hot, humid conditions, the air is damp, and horses’ sweat won’t evaporate. This means the horse stays wet with sweat, but doesn’t get any cooler. It is incredibly important to take preventative measures, […] Read more »
Are You Cleaning Your Dog’s Ears Correctly?
Updated on August 16, 2022. Have you ever thought about cleaning dog’s ears? My dog is often guilty of selective hearing (especially when it’s time to go potty on a rainy day); however, the weather didn’t explain why my dog’s ears always seemed clogged. Earwax build-up can impact a dog’s hearing, just as it can […] Read more »
5 Stretches for Equestrians & their Horses
Light stretching is wonderful for our flexibility and elasticity, improved performance, and stress relief. In the same way, equines have stretches to benefit their bodies and performance, as well. Using stiff muscles adds stress to the joints and can result in injury. While equine and equestrian stretches are important, they can also be a fun […] Read more »
5 Ways to Keep (Better) Track of Your Pet
Updated August 16, 2022. The American Humane Association estimates more than 10 million dogs and cats are lost or stolen in the U.S. every year. They also report that one in three pets will become lost at some point during their life. Although most pets are reunited with their owners, that constant anxiety hangs over […] Read more »
Long Story Short, Leg Length Affects Your Riding Position
Appropriate stirrup placement is important for safety, balance, and correct riding skills. Many factors come into saddle fitting, such as riding discipline, pelvic tilt, seat bone width, and weight carriage, but have you considered your upper/lower leg ratio? A larger ratio may call for a readjustment of the stirrup bar to be placed farther back […] Read more »
Does ‘Dog Speak’ Bond You and Your Dog?
When you mention dinner, a walk, or an upcoming house-guest arrival to your dog, you might deliver the news through ‘dog speak.’ While friends and family might tease our baby-talk voice, this vocal affectation matters for relationship building with your four-legged friend. Researchers wanted to understand more about the infantile voice, why humans talk to […] Read more »
The Benefits of Music for Horses Are Noteworthy
Studies have found that relaxing music can help ease a horse’s agitation levels, especially during travel or when their amount of stall confinement needs to be increased. Learn how the right type (and volume) of music for horses can be a useful tool in helping with stressors, like vet visits, trailering, or pre-performance jitters. The […] Read more »
The “Puppy Dog Face” Works (and Dogs Know It)
Updated on September 23, 2022. Whether you call it “puppy dog face,” “puppy face,” or “puppy dog eyes,” we all know the look. When a dog has his head down while his eyebrows and big sad eyes look upward, it suddenly becomes awfully hard to stay angry. Kids and adults mimic this face when a […] Read more »
Top Consignment Saddlery Stores Around the United States
Thankfully, consignment saddlery stores have become increasingly more popular throughout the country. As a kid that grew up riding, I have gone through a lot of tack and clothing. The opportunity to sell items at the local consignment shop afforded me the luxury of either buying new items or previously owned treasures. I found my […] Read more »
5 Signs Your Dog Is a Cat
If the animal you thought was a dog displays these 5 cat characteristics, you in fact have a feline in your lap: 1. Curiosity Does your dog ever just sniff your face? It’s gentle and sweet, but also wet. When cats sniff up close and personal, it is due to their curiosity in you and […] Read more »