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5 Horse Water Troughs and Tubs Built to Last (and How to Pick the Right Size)

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A horse can drink 10 gallons or more on a mild day and twice that in hot weather, so the trough has to keep up. The wrong one cracks after a winter, leaks at the seams, grows algae fast in…

Miles Henry

Horses

Best Horse Names for Mares, Geldings, and Stallions

After 30 years of owning and racing Thoroughbreds in Louisiana, I’ve named a lot of horses — some well, some badly, and a few that named themselves within the first week. The best names usually come from the horse’s coat…

Miles Henry

Pony

Small Pony, Big Personality: What to Know Before Owning a Shetland

Maybe you’ve got a child begging for a pony, or you’ve just met a Shetland with a lot more attitude than size. Either way, before you bring one home, it helps to know how big they really get, how long…

Horse riding gear

How to Find a Western Saddle You’ll Enjoy Riding In

If you climb off your horse after a couple of hours on the trail with sore knees, a stiff back, or dry spots under your saddle, it’s worth checking your saddle fit and your riding position. And if you’re shopping,…

Miles Henry

Racehorse Health

Horse Hoof Care Tips for Horse Owners

Have you ever wondered how important daily hoof care is for your horse’s health and performance? A horse’s hooves are its foundation—without healthy hooves, even the strongest, most athletic horse can suffer. Regular cleaning and inspections help prevent up to…

Miles Henry

Horse riding gear

Turn Your Messy Tack Room Into One That Actually Works for You

Every barn has one: the tack room where the saddles sit on overturned buckets, the bridles hang in a tangle on one nail, and you can’t find a hoof pick at five in the morning. A messy tack room wastes…

Miles Henry

Horse riding gear

Thinking About a Treeless Saddle? Read This Before You Buy

Maybe your saddle never seems to fit your horse right, or you’re tired of swinging a heavy Western saddle onto his back, and a treeless saddle looks like the fix. Then you start shopping and find saddles from about $200…

Miles Henry

Horses

New to Horse Shows? Here’s What You’ll See in the Arena

Maybe your kid’s begging to start showing, or you’ve got a horse and you’re wondering whether you’d enjoy competing. Then you pick up a show bill and see classes like hunter under saddle, showmanship, reining, and poles, and it’s hard…

Miles Henry

Horse Breeds

Arabian Horses: What Are They Used For?

I was surprised to learn that there is a horse facility near us specializing in Arabian cutting horses. I’m familiar with the sport but typically see quarter horses competing at these events, so finding out Arabians also compete in cutting…

Miles Henry

Horse riding gear

Which Full-Seat Riding Breeches Are Worth Buying?

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If your full seat riding breeches ride down every time you post or pinch at the waist by the end of a ride, you’re probably ready for a better pair. Every brand promises great grip and a flattering fit, but…

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