cleaning

For most riders, a rainy day means no riding. Some are fortunate to have an indoor, but the rest will have to get creative and find other ways to enjoy their horse. There are actually plenty of fun activities that don’t require leaving the barn! Rainy Day Activities at the Barn Give them a long...

Cleaning stalls is a major part of owning a horse. It makes up numerous hours of horse care. But between you and me, it can be boring doing it day in and day out, doing the same old thing. Here’s a few ways to add some fun to your daily chores!  Listen to music. There’s...

With Spring right around the corner, your horses will need some extra care to adjust to the new season. Warmer weather, longer days and green grass are a few highlights farm owners have to look forward to. There are some precautions you should take though! Schedule your horse’s vaccines: Between showing and bug season, your...

Every rider knows how long tack cleaning can take! Yes, it needs to get done. Some people enjoy this barn chore, while others not so much. If you want to speed the process up a bit, then follow these helpful tips. You’ll breeze through it! Wipe off your tack after each ride: If you get...

Cleaning your barn goes beyond mucking stalls! If you want to keep things fresh, then it’s best to clean up regularly. Homemade cleaners make this task simple and easy. Your horse’s laundry, stall fronts, water buckets, and more can get squeaky clean with just a few common household products. You might have a few already...

Horse owners tend to embrace the arrival of spring. It means warmer weather and longer days! Perfect for riding and getting back into training. This season also gives riders the chance to do some deep cleaning around the barn. It’s time to dust some cobwebs off the rafters and scrub all the buckets. For a...

Rubbing alcohol has many practical uses around the farm. It’s inexpensive and easy to find, so there’s no reason not to have a bottle. While it shouldn’t be used to treat wounds (like previously thought), it can be useful for many other things. From cleaning to cooling, you may be surprised with just how helpful...