Winter in Wellington, Florida, is in full swing and many riders, both amateur and professional are entering shows ranging from the beginning friendly Heritage Horse Show in Plantation, Florida, to the highest levels of competition found at the Winter Equestrian Festival. Preparing for a hunter course requires a responsive, confident rider with a well-thought-out plan. […]
Show horses live an active lifestyle that can put excess strain on their joints and muscles. Injuries are especially common in jumpers, hunters, and equitation horses that engage in swift and repetitive movements that can stress the tendons and ligaments that support a horse’s legs. It is not uncommon for show horses to suffer […]
Your horse’s hooves require regular care to keep them strong and healthy. Nutrition, environmental elements, turnout frequency, riding terrain, horseshoes, and heredity factors all play a role in hoof health and growth. While some horses do experience lifelong issues such as thin soles, or hoof walls prone to cracking, there are ways to keep your […]