Horse lovers around the world share dreams of our horses seeing us across an open field, abandoning their herd, and galloping toward us with love in their eyes. Horses fill our hearts with love, and they express themselves in many ways. But how exactly do horses show affection? Horses are very expressive in showing affection. … Read more How Do Horses Show Affection? – Learning the Equine Love Language
I was new to all things Western when I was invited to attend my first rodeo. Of course I have seen all the movies with ultra-cool cowgirls and cowboys who seemed so perfectly put together, but when it came time to assemble my own rodeo outfit, I was left wondering, what do you wear to … Read more What Do You Wear To a Rodeo? The True Cowboy and Cowgirl Get-up
As a young girl I dreamed of one day owning a horse of my own. I would spend hours thinking about what color she would be or what markings she would have. The one thing I never dreamed about was how much it would cost. So how do you save money while owning your own … Read more How To Save Money Owning Your Own Horse – Tips From a Horse Lover
There are a lot of reasons why you might need to shorten your horse’s mane. Some horses need their mane shortened before a horse show. Some breeds and disciplines keep the mane short to honor tradition. Or you might just prefer it that way. Historically, manes have been shortened by “mane pulling” – pulling the … Read more How to Pull a Mane With Scissors – 8 Easy Steps with Tips
There are a lot of ways to make sure your horse is getting enough exercise. A common activity used to exercise and train horses is lunging. But is lunging bad for a horse? If you do it right, lunging is not bad for a horse. Instead, lunging is really good for your horse! There are … Read more Is Lunging Bad for a Horse? – Read this BEFORE You Try Lunging
If you are a horse lover you have probably thought about buying a horse. There are many pros and cons of buying a horse. Owning a horse gives you the freedom to ride as you please, a partner to help you reach your goals, and a reason to stay active. Although horses can be expensive … Read more Pros and Cons of Buying a Horse + Tips and Tricks for the Buying Process
I like to think that my horse is overjoyed when she sees me walking through the field to get her, halter in hand, ready to get our ride underway. Sometimes she will come toward me and meet me halfway, ears pricked in interest. Other times she waits for me to walk the length of the … Read more Do Horses Like To Be Ridden? – Inside the Mind of Your Gentle Giant
One of the first things I learned, when I started riding lessons years ago, was how to properly groom a horse. This is such an important part of horse care. It not only keeps your horse healthy, but will help to build a stronger connection between you both. Figuring out a schedule of how often … Read more How Often Should You Groom Your Horse – Plus 8 Tips and Tricks
If you are around horses you probably love giving them treats. Treats are a way to show affection, to encourage bonding with your horse, and can be useful when training your horse to do specific tasks. A question a lot of people have is – can horses eat chocolate? As delicious as chocolate is, unfortunately … Read more Can Horses Eat Chocolate? – The Definitive Guide for This Sweet Treat
Whether you want to ride horses for fun or have big competition goals, leasing a horse may be a good option for you. Weighing the pros and cons of leasing a horse can help you make this decision. Every lease situation is unique and there are options for all levels of riders. Whether you are … Read more Pros and Cons of Leasing a Horse – Read This Before You Decide
