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What Are The 5 Best Horse Treats For Any Horse

I’ve given my horses lots of treats over the years.  One thing I have learned is that not all horses like all treats.  Pickiness is not limited to little kids.  Horses develop taste preferences too and our goal as riders and owners is to strike a balance between taste and […]

Do Horses Need Shade: Here Are The Facts You Need

Caring horse owners wants to provide their beloved horses with all the comforts they need.  Clean water, lush pastures, quality grain, plenty of exercise and maybe a few tasty treats to spoil them right. But what about shade during hot summer days?  Do horses even need shade?  After all, how […]

Do Horses Need Salt: Here’s The Truth

The truth is, you’re probably not giving your horse enough salt.  I know I wasn’t.  A single trace mineral block out in the pasture doesn’t cut it.  These rough blocks are designed for cattle not horses and your horse could be seriously lacking in the salt department. My horse was […]

Best Grain For Horses: Don’t Settle For Less

Hay is the standard feed for horses but grain is a close second.  And given the choice, your horse will gobble up the grain first, each and every time.   Every horse owner I know feeds a different type of grain to their horses.  With all these opinions and options, […]