Trail Riding Tips
It’s great to get out of the arena and enjoy a fun, relaxing trail ride. Before you hit the trail, keep the following trail riding…
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How to Remove Burrs from Your Horse’s Mane and Tail
Q: Help! My horse came in from the field with a bunch of burrs stuck in his mane and tail. How can I remove them…
Life at Vet U
Being in vet school is crazy enough without cameras following you around. Morgan Taylor was one of the vet students at the University of Pennsylvania’s…
Young Rider Q&A: Riding in the Rain
Q: I don’t have an indoor arena but still want to ride when it is wet out. Is it safe, and do you have any…
Horse and Pony Questions: Choppy Trot
Q: My pony has a very fast trot that is really short and choppy. Are there any exercises to help lengthen it? A: Trotting is…
Make Your Own Stall Sign
Brighten up your horse’s stall by adding some personality and a pop of color with this super cute sign. First, find a piece of wood…
Don’t Fear Falling Off
Whether you are a top eventer like Karen O’Connor or a lesson kid who pops over fences at your riding school, you probably know the…
Trail Riding: Avoiding Trail Trauma
If you spend a lot of time in the arena with your horse, it’s a good idea to hit the trails once in a while….
Safety on the Trail
Let’s look at a few sticky trail situations and how to handle them. Know the Trails It’s a good idea to know where you’re going…
Dos and Don’ts of Buying your First Horse
Don’t buy an unbroken, young horse. You will have a lot more fun on an older, “been there, done that” type of horse. Green or…
