Bathing your horse When it comes to keeping your horse healthy, a key part of their grooming routine is bathing. But how often should you bathe them? Bathing too frequently can cause skin irritation and dryness for horses that have more sensitive coats. In general,...
a Horse worming is an important part of a horse's health and wellbeing. Worms can cause serious damage to horses, resulting in weight loss, colic and in some cases death. Iivermectin or strongid (pyrantel Pamoate) are the two most popular wormers that can be...
Caring for an aging horse is a responsibility that comes with owning these majestic creatures. While horses live an average of 25-30 years, the later stages of life can be challenging and require specialized attention. As horses age, they may suffer from joint pain,...
What’s in your tack box? Depending on the size of your tack box, or tack trunk, you can keep all your essentials, and, if large enough, your saddle and tack. For grooming, you should at least have a curry to help loosen hair, dirt and mud, a hard brush to get off what...
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Bike helmets and horseback riding helmets are made differently. You should not wear your bike helmet to ride. Bicycle helmets may seem sufficient for protecting your head and you may find them lighter, cooler and more comfortable. However, bike crashes and falls from...
Most breeches and jods will have a care tag inside. Always follow manufacturers directions. If you have leather knee patches or leather full seat riding pants, use a laundry product made for leather like Pepede, or Leather Therapy Laundry Solution, they will help...