Emily Fought Contributions HORSES Why You Should Back Up Your Horse The simple exercise of backing up your horse offers many benefits! It encourages your horse to use their hindquarters. Additionally, this maneuver establishes boundaries and respect. You can mix it up by backing up and down hills, over ground poles, and at different tempos. Backing Up Benefits Warwick Schiller talks about the back up and... HORSES A Beautiful Barndominium With 4 Stalls Barndominiums have been gaining a lot of attention over the last few years! These barn-style buildings make incredible homes with their vaulted ceilings and open-living concept. Some folks even add horse stalls in the lower portion and create luxury living quarters in the loft. There are endless opportunities when designing a custom barndo! A Virginia... HORSES Meet The Horses At Mustang Magic Coming to Fort Worth, Texas on January 19-21, 2023, the Mustang Magic Trainers Challenge is like nothing you’ve seen. The best trainers in the industry showcase their skills by training a wild horse. They compete in various classes for cash prizes! The trained BLM mustangs will be available for adoption at the end of the... HORSES 20 New Year's Resolutions For Cowgirls Are you making resolutions for the new year? Cowgirls, you have perfect opportunity to set some achievable goals for you and your horse. Whether that consists of improving your riding or building a new run-in shelter, there are so many things you can work toward in 2023. Let this list inspire you! Horse New Year’s... HORSES 5 Differences Between English & Western Riding When you began riding, you likely had to decide between English or western. It can be helpful to know the differences between these styles of riding, so that you can pick the one that suits your lifestyle and interests best. Ultimately, some choose to ride both ways! In the beginning, it’s helpful to stick with... HORSES How To Correctly Tie A Rope Halter Rope halters are great for training! They have pressure points that allow you to communicate with your horse clearly. Unlike standard nylon halters with buckles, these require you to tie them. There are a few different ways, but not all will keep the knot tight. Follow this tutorial for the best one! Tying a Rope... HORSES 10 Topics Of Debate In The Horse Industry It’s no mystery that horse folks are passionate about what they believe in. There are some topics that really cause an uproar in the industry. Most pick one side and stand firmly. You’ve probably heard some disagreements at the barn or online about these specific topics. It’s important to hear both sides and be open... HORSES Is Your Horse Cold? Temperatures plummeted into the negatives across the nation. With the wind chill, it’s beyond cold! Horse owners rushed to local tack stores to grab blankets and heated water blankets. The big question on everyone’s mind,”Is my horse cold?”. Signs Your Horse Is Cold If you notice any of these indictors, then it’s time to take... HORSES Tips For Dealing With Icy Conditions Icy conditions are a horse owners worst fear. Now that winter has arrived, it’s a good idea to be prepared for these cold, wet days. Ice can make fields and outdoor arenas dangerous. Your horse is at risk for slipping and injuring themselves. Make sure to take action to prevent these kind of accidents! Icy... << 1 … 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 … 216 >>