It’s getting to be about that wonderful time of year again when the days aren’t quite as frigid or short and the sounds and scents of spring are starting to emerge. Do you know what that means? It’s also time to start thinking about spring cleaning! The onset of warmer weather is the perfect time… Read more »
When the average person thinks of their pet wish-list, animals like dogs, cats, fish, hamsters, etc. are usually the first to make the cut. There’s an argument to be made though for another animal as deserving of a spot among your top picks—chickens! Although they may not be a conventional choice, raising our feathered friends… Read more »
At some point in their life, your horse may have to go on a road trip. Maybe you’re moving to a new ranch or competing in horse shows. Whatever the reason is, it’s important that you take the appropriate steps to prepare your horse for long-distance travel of any kind. The travel process can be… Read more »
Finding the right housing and storage options to complete your farm, ranch, or other property is essential for the wellbeing of your animals. Whether you’re keeping just one horse or an entire farm of livestock, every one of your creatures needs a sturdy, reliable shelter to protect and comfort them. There are a lot of… Read more »
Horses are beautiful animals that make great workers, riding partners, and loving companions. One of the most amazing things about them is that, although they’re incredibly strong and powerful, they are gentle creatures by nature. That being said, it is important to remember that a horse is capable of serious damage and injury if they’re… Read more »
Moving into a new home is stressful for anyone. The process itself requires a lot of work, then it takes a few weeks to acclimatize to your new place before you really start to feel at home again. For a horse moving to a new barn, the experience is very similar. Moving between boarding barns,… Read more »
Getting older is a fact of life. It’s a fact not just of human life, but of equine life too. The needs of an older horse are different than their younger counterparts in any season. But in winter especially, you’ll need to take extra care to ensure your senior horse remains in good health. Here… Read more »
The start of a new year is the conventionally perfect time to take stock of where you are in life, where you want to be, and how you can make that gap smaller over the next 365 days. For horse owners, this is also a good opportunity to assess your horse’s needs and current care…. Read more »
In winter, everybody wants to curl up by the fireplace to escape the blustery winds, biting chill, and wet snowfall waiting for them outside. Unfortunately for horse owners, that’s not always an option! No matter how unkind winter weather conditions may be, you need to get out to your horse everyday to ensure they have… Read more »
As winter begins to set in and us humans gear up to stay healthy this cold and flu season, horse owners may wonder if their horses can become infected too. While we can’t pass our colds onto horses, they are susceptible to their own set of cold and flu viruses that can hit at any… Read more »
