No two riders are alike.  We all have different riding styles, interests and personalities.  Horses are equally diverse and it’s important to match yourself to the right horse.  With over 350 breeds to choose from, picking just one is difficult to say the least.  Especially, if you are new to […]

You can’t keep a horse on a leash like a dog.  At least, not full time.  Your horse needs a safe place at home to walk around and graze freely without wandering off.  That’s why most horse owners opt for a fenced in pasture.  Yet, choosing the best fencing for […]

A little bit of rain and a horse in a field equals a whole lot of mud.  Whether you have grass or dirt in the paddock, managing mud can be challenging.  Not only is it uncomfortable for your horse, it makes your chores that much harder. Building a horse area […]

There are thousands of miles of trails, horse clubs, rodeos and events across the country for you and your horse to enjoy.  If you don’t want to limit yourself to riding solely in your backyard, then at some point you will have to buy a horse trailer to transport your […]

Before purchasing your first horse, it is important to understand the entire financial commitment this entails.  Many people overlook the monthly and annual costs it takes to responsibly own a horse.  According to many experienced horse owners, owning a horse costs $215 – $375 a month or $2,580 – $4,500 […]

If you are thinking about buying a horse for the first time, you might experience sticker shock when you start searching the classifieds.  Good quality horses are not cheap!  There are a lot of horses out there to choose from but how much do you actually have to pay for […]