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How stress and exercise affect your horses ability to learn

If your horse doesn’t seem to be catching on when you’re training or teaching him, it could be due to stress. Conversely, if he’s...

Ashwagandha for modulating stress in horses

Support balanced behavior and overall wellbeing with ashwagandha -- a centuries-old botanical. Horse caretakers know all too well that by nature the horse is a...

Caring for your horse on the road

Whether it's to a show, a campground or an indoor arena when the weather is inclement, many of us transport our horses. Learn how...

The vicious cycle of stress and illness in horses: how chromium...

Just like in humans, prolonged stress can lead to illness in horses. Let’s take a look at how supplementing with chromium can minimize the...

What horses can teach us about mindfulness

A practical guide to the benefits of greater self-awareness and mindfulness in the barn and beyond. What is mindfulness? I like to think of it...

Joint health for performance horses

Performance horses endure stress that can affect their minds, gastrointestinal systems — and their joints. Here’s how it’s all connected, and how you can...

Maintaining horse well-being in an Equine-Assisted Learning setting

Horses in Equine-Assisted Learning environments do so much to improve the welfare of humans – but these programs can take a toll on the...

Equine Leaky Gut Syndrome – how stress puts your horse at...

Take a look at how exercise, diet and other stressors can affect the health of your horse’s gut permeability. Leaky gut syndrome refers to a range of...

3 simple ways to slow down the fast eater

If your horse is a fast eater, you may think she’s greedy; but in fact, she may just be a little stressed out. Here’s...

6 ways for riders to stay calm amid life changes

Life changes can upset your balance and impact your ability to work effectively with your horses. But there are ways to maintain your calm...