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It just takes a little creativity to revamp an old horse trailer. These conversions turned old trailers into something new and fresh! Many of them are used for mobile businesses like wine and beer bars, coffee cars or pizza stands. The options are endless! This fun black and white trailer is a cheese stand! It’s...

Retiring your horse from riding isn’t an easy choice. And it likely won’t happen overnight! In fact, there are many factors that need to be considered before you make this decision. Age, soundness and chronic conditions are just a few that can influence your decision. The two most common reasons for retiring your horse include...

It’s a fact of life… everyone gets old! Your senior horse will likely require special care. Old age affects horses in all different ways. Arthritis sets in early for some, while others lose weight or struggle to keep warm in the winter. And yet for many horses, they continue to live a normal life well...

It’s something most owners hate to think about, but the reality is your horse won’t live forever. I’m sure you’ve come across some senior horses that are still standing strong in their late twenties or even thirties. The truth is their lifespan is much shorter than our own. The average horse lives between 25 and 35...

The grass is disappearing and you have a few bales of last year’s old hay sitting in your loft. Should you feed it to your horse? Before you throw away hay that’s a year or two old, do some research. It might actually be completely fine to feed to your horse. You’ll have to thoroughly...

As much as I hate to admit it, I am the absolute worst when it comes to seeing something I like and wanting it in every color. I mean sure, I always have a favorite…but I might also nearly give myself an anxiety attack mentally going through my closet trying to figure out what on...

PC: Dennis Jarvis There’s something timeless about a big old red barn. Farm owners hold onto a piece of history when they bring to life rustic barns. Many were built to stand the test of time. With some tender love and care, these traditional barns have been given a second chance. They come in different shapes,...

PC: Valerie Everett at Flickr Exercise is important regardless of age, but those with senior horses need to consider a few additional points. If your horse is in his twenties, it might be time to evaluate his exercise regiment and ensure you’re adequately meeting his needs. A senior horse is likely to become exhausted more quickly,...