Where there are horses, there are flies. I hate seeing these biting insects swarming around my horse’s face, especially at the corners of his eyes. This has to be annoying and even uncomfortable at times. Wanting to help ease his discomfort, I retrieved his fly mask and suddenly thought […]
Author: Kendle
Should Horses Be Blanketed In The Winter
As the weather turns colder, I see my horse seeking out morning sun spots more frequently. Obviously, standing in the warm sun rays feels good but as winter approaches should I start blanketing him to help keep him warm? There is much to be said and many opinions on […]
Is It Bad For Horses To Walk On Pavement
You wouldn’t think twice about taking a ride on your horse in wide open pastures, dirt arenas or mountain trails. But what about on hard asphalt or concrete? I wanted to ride my horse on a paved trail but I’ve heard it’s not good for them. I decided to […]
Do Horses Need Companions: Here’s What You Need To Know
Horses are herd animals yet many people only have one. When my parents were ready to buy me my first horse they said I could have one, not two or three. My first horse Copper absolutely loved me but every once in a while I got the feeling that he […]

