Care

Wellness for riders, grooming articles, mental health.

Inside the Horse’s Mind: Why Is My Horse Nervous by Himself?

You’re tacked up and ready to ride at the barn, and begin to lead your…

Braiding the Whispy Forelock, Presented by Wahl

Some horses just can’t seem to grow much of a forelock, no matter what grooming…

Inside the Horse’s Mind: Do Horses See Colors?

You might be convinced that your horse can see every color in the rainbow because…

Get Your Horse’s Shoeing Schedule Back on Track

Does your horse go for varying amounts of time between shoeings or trimmings? That may…

What Causes Hair Loss on the Horse's Face? Presented by Wahl

When horses start to lose hair, it can be indicative of a larger problem like…

Eight Stretches to Create a Limber Horse, Presented by Wahl

Stretch your horse for the same reasons you stretch yourself. Flexibility is not only a…

Stop Pawing in the Cross-Ties! Presented by Wahl

They may not say it directly, but this behavior drives your barn manager, trainer, and…

Fat, Fit, or Thin: Is Your Horse the Right Weight?

So often we hear, “I like my horses on the chunkier side,” or the opposite.…

Cool Stories of NAJYRC: Shelby Brost Gets Big Surprise After Dressage

Things got emotional this morning at NAJYRC after Shelby Brost’s dressage test. The Canadian eventer,…

Snake Bites in Horses: Don't Panic, but Act Quickly – Presented by Wahl

While it’s not something to live in fear of, snake bites can happen to your…