Q&A: Managing Arthritis in Horses
Understanding horse arthritis treatment and horse joint health
FROM VALLEY VET SUPPLY
Thoroughbred mare, Tiz Cha Cha, never traveled balanced to the left. When she would collect in dressage or frame over a jump, she would...
Considerations for the Aging Performance Horse
From a veterinary perspective, horses can be considered “middle-aged” by 13 years of age, and “seniors” by 20 years of age. Although many sport horses may just be coming into their prime for training...
Let Me Tell You a Secret: Summit Joint Performance
BY STEVE SCEARCY
Some secrets are just too good not to be shared. Summit Joint Performance began with such a secret. The formula for this revolutionary supplement was once used in human eye surgery, but...
How To Strengthen Your Seat: A Beginner Guide to Equestrian Fitness
By Ifa Simmonds
Regardless of whether you are preparing for your upcoming season, have just completed one, or don’t follow a competition schedule, it is always beneficial to prioritize your progress and performance in the...
Life Hacks for Maintaining a Proper Pace on Course
BY PONYMOMAMMY
We all know that the secret to finding 8-10 proper jump distances in a course is to stop looking for the distances. Easier said than done, right? The best way to “find” the...
All About Crackdown
The newest, all natural creation from Equine Elixirs has taken the hoof supplement market by storm
In developing the hoof supplement Crackdown, Equine Elixirs’ founder Elizabeth Ehrlich collaborated with top farriers, veterinarians, and trainers to...
Effective Cooling Strategies for Summer Riding
BY TPH Staff
Summer is associated with a lot of extra daylight, beach vacations, and lovely hot weather. We may love it, but it can be really hard on our horses.
As Dr. David Ramey says,...
Going from Shod to Bare: A Hoof Care Pro’s Tips for Success
BY ALICIA HARLOV
Many equestrians used to think of pulling shoes as just for a horse's retirement or time off work, but that is no longer the case. More and more owners are interested to...
Five Ways to Keep Your Horse in Top Form with the Veterinarians of Palm...
BY LINDSAY BROCK/JUMP MEDIA
Owning or
managing a horse is a responsibility that is equal parts caregiver and
detective. One of the most difficult aspects of equine ownership and management
is that horses can’t verbally explain their pleasure or their pain....
The Complete Tax Deduction Checklist for Equine Professionals
BY LEGIT LEDGERS, LLC
If you run your own equine business, you do not have the time to research every possible tax deduction under the sun. All you can do is trust your tax professional to suggest...
A New Lease on Life for Kissing Spines with Surgical Intervention
BY JENNIFER WOOD/JUMP MEDIA
Palm Beach Equine Clinic is one of the foremost equine surgical centers in the world with three board-certified surgeons on staff, including Dr. Weston Davis. As a busy surgeon, Dr. Davis...
Working Students: A lifetime of Dedication
BY PEARL RUNNING DEER
In honor of us “barn rats” I wanted to focus on three working students, all from very different backgrounds—even an exercise rider! Many famous successful horses and riders came out of...
Breaking Down The Pre-Purchase Exam with Palm Beach Equine Clinic
Winter is coming! For riders looking ahead to the beasts that are the winter circuits from coast to coast in North America, that phrase means more than an ode to Game of Thrones. For...
The Never-Ending Quest to Keep a Grey Horse Clean: Tips for Success
BY CATIE STASZAK
I believe this to be true: Grey horses know that dirt shows better on them than on their bay counterparts, and they exploit this knowledge on a daily basis.
In the stall. In...
Ask Andre: What Are Your Show Ring Pet Peeves?
By Andre Dignelli
I always stress the importance of preparation, but there are many facets to that. The physical and mental aspects are certainly paramount, but the details in presentation can never be overlooked.
I often...
What is the Safest Time to Graze a Horse or Pony Who’s at Risk...
By Camilla Whishaw, BHSc (Nat)
This short answer is: in the early morning (3am -10am).*
Why is that?
Several key factors influence the level of sugar in the grass our horses and ponies graze:
The weather
How stressed...
3 Money Saving Hacks for Horse Owners
BY DIANA BEZDEDEANU
1. Spend More to Save More
Believe it or not, it is actually more cost-effective to spend the extra money on high-quality grain, hay, supplements, tack, training/lessons, farrier, and vet care maintenance in...
Samantha Schaefer Succeeds with Exhibitor’s
Photos by SAS Photography
Throughout her life, Samantha Schaefer has fully immersed herself in horses. At the age of seven, she started showing pony hunters, riding to the top of the winners’ circle, which propelled...
Protected: What is the Best Way to Walk an Equitation Course?
In this new web series from The Plaid Horse, we’ve set out to get answers to commonly asked questions from industry professionals and judges. International show jumper, trainer and USEF “R” judge (and The...
Less Risk, More Reward: Get the Most Out of Your Next...
By Armand Leone
Leasing is an attractive alternative to buying or selling a horse for many riders and owners because it is able to accommodate a wide range of needs. As with any form of...
The Foundation for Creating a Strong Equestrian Business
BY PAMELA N. SAUL, CB
You have decided it’s time to start a new business -- congratulations! You probably spent years as a kid hanging around the barn, graduating to a student intern or volunteer,...
15 Super Satisfying Horse Care Videos
Scrubbing mud off your horse or heaven forbid—body clipping—can be a chore. But there's definitely something deeply satisfying about unveiling your beautiful, perfect horse under all that mud and hair. When you can't get...
