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The Story of Will and Grace by Dianna Hubbard Stein Will and Grace have entered the world, and what an unlikely event it was. Shari Burns, stable master of her Wilton, California barn, is no stranger to delivering foals—she lost count around 950. When Elegant Emma N, owned by …
Systematic Training for the Western Horse by Kim Roe Are you interested in the precision, flow, and systematic training of dressage, but enjoy your western saddle, tack, and horse? Well, check out western dressage! As in traditional dressage, western dressage is performed in a 20 by 60-meter arena. Letters …
Math is Essential for Horse Management by Eleanor Blazer Train A, traveling 70 mph, leaves Westford heading toward Eastford, 260 miles away. At the same time Train B, traveling 60 mph, leaves Eastford heading toward Westford. When do the two trains meet? How far from each city do they …
Take Time Before Tacking Up to Improve Performance by Eleanor Blazer Grooming our horses serves a number of functions. It gets the dirt, dust and mud off, improves circulation, the condition of skin and coat, and helps warm up muscles before we ride. It also gives us a chance …
Grain Fed on Empty Stomach Increases Acid By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. I receive a recurring question: which should be fed first—hay or grain? If you’re feeding correctly, this issue is truly a moot point, because the horse should have access to forage in hay and/or pasture 24/7 with …
Saddle Pad Care by Theresa Rice When you first tried your saddle on your horse, I’m sure you also evaluated the fit of the saddle pad. Acting as a shock absorber and a tool for improving saddle fit, the saddle pad plays an important role in your horse’s comfort. …
Hooves Change with Seasons by Tab Pigg Seasonal weather changes have a major effect on horses’ hooves. Hooves change with the weather and may require extra attention and treatment. Ignoring environmental impact on hooves can lead to sole deterioration or other harmful consequences. When it comes to a horse’s …
Success is Possible by Purina Animal Nutrition Spring is here and so is peak foaling season. While an exciting time with frolicking foals, having a plan for the unexpected can help alleviate stress in case a mare is unable to care for her baby. To help orphan foals through …
Coughs Deserve Close Observation to Determine Cause by Eleanor Blazer The sound of a coughing horse can make things come to a halt. Conversation stops, chores are paused, training and riding lessons are interrupted as heads turn to look at the horse. Could the horse just be clearing a …
It Might Be Pinworms by Dr. C.R. Reinemeyer and Dr. M.K. Nielsen The life cycle of the pinworm is rather simple. Fourth stage larvae develop into adults in the large intestine of the horse. The adult female travels to the rectum and deposits eggs around the exterior rectal ring. The female …