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Proper Composting is Essential for Horse Farms by Eleanor Blazer All horses produce manure, and lots of it. The average 1,000-pound horse produces about 50 pounds of manure a day… and this doesn’t include the bedding. When you consider a horse eats about 25 to 30 pounds of feed …
The Benefits of Post-and-Beam Barn Designs by Dustin Gruetter The decision to add a horse barn to your property is a big one, and can feel rather daunting once you start to review all your options. Of course, this is doubly true if you’re not acquainted with the proper …
Winter Weather Care for your Horse As extreme temperatures roll in, it’s natural to wonder how you can keep your horse comfortable in freezing weather. We know we would like to be curled up on the couch with a cup of tea, but unfortunately, it’s difficult (if not impossible) …
Post-and-Beam Barns Designed to Last by DC Structures Welcoming a new horse to the family is a big deal—one that demands much planning and forethought. Between space to roam, shelter from the elements, and safety and hygiene concerns, our equine friends can be downright needy at times. Of course, …
Dental Care and Special Supplements Benefit the Aged Horse by Dr. Eleanor Kellon Winter weather and loss of pasture access make owners of thin senior horses anxious. There are things to consider when a horse is underweight that span all age groups, but seniors have additional considerations. Older horses …
This Reliable Method of Identifying Horses Guard Against Loss by Eleanor Blazer Many years ago, my husband Don sent a good race-bred Quarter Horse mare to a stallion for breeding. Don was unaware that the owner of the stallion and his wife were going through a bitter divorce. One …
Get a Leg Up When You’re Alone by Theresa Rice I’m always on the lookout for new horse products to try. Recently, I came across the Solo-Ride mounting aid and was intrigued. After I read about the product’s origin I became smitten with the story. Isn’t the dream to …
A Nutritious Treat Horses Love by Eleanor Blazer What’s up, doc? Just like Bugs Bunny, many horses love carrots. Luckily, carrots are very nutritious and make a great treat. Carrots are famous for improving sight. This theory got started during World War II. Britain’s Royal Air Force pilots supposedly …
By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Apples and bananas used to be the predominant fruits available in your grocery store during the fall and winter. But lately, you can find all sorts of off-season fruits, including watermelon and blueberries, thanks to imports from more temperate climates. Your horses can also benefit …
Vaughn Zimmerman – A Lifetime of Supporting Reining The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Board of Directors and past Hall of Fame inductees voted to approve Vaughn Zimmerman for induction into the NRHA Hall of Fame in 2018. A lifetime member since 1994, NRHA Million Dollar Owner Vaughn Zimmerman …