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How rider weight affects your horse

Rider weight is less important than skill when it comes to protecting your horse’s spine. If we were sensible, we would be riding cows,...

Best practices for monitoring a horse’s weight

Worried your horse is too heavy or thin? Here are a few easy ways to keep track of his weight to ensure he stays...

Study shows that rider weight does not affect horse’s ability

New data from a study in Denmark concludes that rider-to-horse weight ratios may be more lenient than previously thought. Ever wondered if your weight is...

Equine supplements for the off-season

Here’s why giving your horse supplements can be just as important during the winter as during show season. The leaves are changing and falling, crunching...

Introducing a grazing muzzle to your horse

No one wants to admit their horses are getting a bit overweight. But the reality is that weight is one of the most important...

Abnormal equine posture

Understanding abnormal equine posture and how rehabilitation intervention can help. Why should we care about posture in horses? Because posture affects the complex interactions of...

Should you invest in a grazing muzzle?

If your horse is an easy keeper, he may benefit from a grazing muzzle while on pasture. When your vet, farrier or best friend looks...

Does your horse need grain?

We seem to automatically assume that all horses have to eat grain. Let’s look at what your horse really needs to stay healthy! Many people...

The slow feeding movement

Slow feeding is rapidly gaining in popularity, and no wonder. These tips will get you started and help you select the best slow feeder method...

Managing your horse’s laminitis or founder

When an equine athlete experiences an episode of laminitis or founder, it can be a very painful experience. Fortunately, there's new technology that can...