Horse Care

As horse owners know, feeding their horses can cost a lot as horses seem to eat all day (and night). But just how much does a horse eat in a day?  I’ve often helped new horse owners calculate how much to feed their horses to ensure they have enough roughage, protein, and other vital nutrients. […]

It’s heartbreaking when your horse has suffered an injury, or their joints start deteriorating because of age. While you can’t always heal your horse, you can make their life much more comfortable with the best horse joint supplements.  Moonshine suffers from osteoarthritis, and her joints are stiff, painful, and swollen. I can see improvement since

When I finally decided to buy my first horse, I found a lovely unbacked mare. She was touted as being halter-trained, but it turned out that she was barely used to being handled and knew nothing about forward pressure. I had a decision to make: Get a trainer, or train her myself. I chose the

Not only can horses swim, but they are strong, competent swimmers. Horses have a natural affinity with the water – and despite their size, most of them can swim effortlessly. That said, some horses are more willing to swim than others. If galloping along the beach and bathing with your equine friend is on your

Flies and other insects can be pesky little bugs, especially for horses who can’t move indoors at will, use their hands to swat flies away, and move their fingers to scratch where it itches. Your horse can use their tail to help rid them of flies, but a tail swat only helps so much. That’s

Horses eat more than hay, feed, and grazing. You can keep things interesting for your equine bestie by including fruit, vegetables, nuts, and seeds to ensure your horse enjoys a balanced diet. There’s no shame if you wonder whether horses can eat grapes, among other human foods.  My horse, Moonshine, loves the sweet things in

For centuries, horses have been part of the human journey through history. From working horses on farms to war horses on the battlefield, horses have always held a particular position in our hearts. While we don’t need horses to travel anymore, nor do we have to use horses for work on ranches and farms, there

I’ve worked with horses for over 25 years and know that understanding horse health is vital to ownership. I’ve dealt with many injuries and illnesses over the years. I know that horses are pretty tough, but when things go wrong, problems can rapidly escalate. Knowing how to spot the subtle signs of illness is crucial.

A lady at my stable yard walks up to her pony each day and casually tosses him a banana (skin and all), which the Appaloosa pony gobbles up with absolute enthusiasm. I am always surprised by some things people feed their horses as treats since I tend to stick to carrots, apples, and commercial treats.

I’m a horse care specialist with over 25 years of experience. I’ve worked with many horses in my career, and if there’s one personality trait they all share, it’s a love of treats, particularly sugary ones.  I like to feed horses treats because they are an effective training aid and a fantastic way to bond.