horses

Let’s be real… The smell of a horse barn is incredible! For many, this scent contains good memories and happy times. If you’re a diehard cowgirl, then you’ve going to want to enjoy these barn-scented candles in your home. There’s nothing quite like setting a cozy mood with the dim light of a candle and...

This summer’s heat is no joke! Riders must take extra precautions to ensure their horse is comfortable during these hot days. There are a few things you can do to make the summer more bearable for them. It may require shifting your ride times or possibility bringing them inside, but they will be so thankful....

Barrel racing is a fun discipline that draws in new riders every year. In the beginning, you may be a bit confused on the different divisions and where you fit in. Once you learn more about the system and how it operates, you’ll find it’s not so complicated. The 4D Barrel Racing System This system...

Traveling down the road with multiple horses throughout the rodeo season is not abnormal for most professional rodeo athletes. One of the challenges they face is to know when and where to ride each horse. Josie Conner, 2022 Resistol Breakaway Roping Rookie of the Year, explains how she chooses between her horses Tonka, Bingo, and...

Experienced riders and horse trainers recognize the importance of desensitizing their horses to various objects. Horses are prey animals. This can cause them to be flightly in scary situations. It’s your responsibility to expose them to as much as you can. In time, they’ll build confidence and trust in you. Desensitizing Your Horse Michelle with...

Photographed by Kirstie Jones Sarah Dawson’s not like other millionaires. She’s in the saddle and taking the reins of her stable’s cow horses, even when other riders might rest on their laurels after having passed the million-dollar mark. According to the National Reined Cow Horse Association, Dawson has made $1,374,048 in her lifetime. She is one of the...

Are you getting ready for an off-site trail ride or horse show? You’ve checked the safety of your horse trailer, but now it’s time to add some practical accessories to it. These handy items will make you and your horse’s travels safer and more comfortable. Trailer Accessories 1. Weatherbeeta Bee Travel Boots, $59.99, Rod’s How...

There’s a lot to learn about horses! Their teeth are an essential part of their anatomy. You should research as much as you can about them. They will need routine care! If any issues are to arise, your horse may lose weight or become difficult under saddle. Make sure you don’t neglect this important part...