Emily Fought

Most owners are aware that their horse’s digestive system is delicate. Big changes can be dangerous! Spring grass is one of those dangers. The sudden growth of lush pasture is delighting to your horse, but should be of concern to you. Too much of that green grass can put your horse at risk for some...

Electric fencing like rope or tape is a great way to keep your horses contained. Most horses will respect the fence and not push on it. It’s also affordable and easy to install. There are some differences between the two types though. You’ll need to decide which one works best for your farm! Rope Vs...

That emergency call to your veterinarian won’t be without a large bill attached. They usually come at the most unexpected of times. Unfortunately, accidents happened on horse farms. You can’t skip or neglect your horse’s care, so you’ll need to get creative on paying it off. Tackling Those Large Vet Bills Ultimately, you’ll want to...

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, take a look at these five Irish horse breeds. You have likely heard of a few of them! These horses vary in size, color, and body type, but they all share one thing in common- their country of origin. Irish horsemen have produced some incredible horses. See for yourself!...

Developed in Iceland, the Icelandic horse is quite a unique breed. Not only are they beautiful, but they’re also known as a five-gaited horse. They have two additional gaits compared to your average horse. Icelandics are used for pleasure riding, competing, and even racing. They’re very versatile! Gaits of Icelandic Horses The breed has the...

Around the world, people celebrate the holiday called St. Patrick’s Day in March. Horse owners are known to partake in the festivities. They may dress up their horse, deck out their stall, attend a parade, or buy some shamrock horse treats. Each year equestrians seem to get more creative. St. Patrick’s Day Fun Your lucky...

Winter is almost behind us! Some horses have put on quite the hay belly, and it’ll only get worse with the arrival of lush spring grass. It’s essential you slim them down before they suffer the effects of being overweight or obese. It can destroy their performance and health! How to Shed the Pounds First...

With the arrival of spring, comes lots of rain. This season can be very wet, depending on where you live. Most are familiar with the various conditions that horses can get from the wet weather. They range from skin fungus to hoof infections! It can be tricky to know whether you should turnout your horse...

You don’t need a saddle to go riding! Bareback riding is a fun and safe way to enjoy your horse. You can opt for a bareback pad or go all natural. Not only will you have a blast, but there are many extra benefits to ditching the saddle every once in a while. Bareback Riding...