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Spring Barn Checklist: Horse Tack and Equipment to Inspect After Winter
A thorough spring inspection takes about 30 minutes and can prevent a broken rein mid-ride, a girth failure during a lesson, or a blanket that...
The Best Sunscreens for Horses and Equestrians
This guide covers sun protection for both you and your horse, including what to look for in a sunscreen, how to apply it in ways...
How to Keep a Saddle From Slipping: Causes and Fixes
If your saddle shifts every time you mount up, you're not just dealing with an annoyance. Saddle slipping affects your balance, your aids, and your...
How to Choose the Right Dressage Show Attire
Dressage has stricter dress code standards than almost any other English discipline. Wearing the wrong attire at a recognized show can result in penalties or...
How to Choose the Best Western Headstall for Your Horse
Riders often use the words "headstall" and "bridle" interchangeably. Technically, the headstall is the piece that goes behind the ears and connects to the cheek...
The Purpose of Split Reins
Split reins are two long separate leather straps that attach independently to your horse's bridle bit. Unlike loop reins that form one continuous circle, split...
How to Measure a Horse for a Breastplate
For some breastplate styles, especially Western breast collars, you'll also want to measure across your horse's shoulders from point to point. This helps confirm that...
The Best Way to Clean Saddle Pads
Different materials respond differently to water temperature, soap types, and drying methods. A wool pad and a synthetic pad might look similar, but treating them...
How to Manage Shedding Season Like a Pro
The right grooming tools make a tremendous difference in how quickly and comfortably horses transition through the shedding season.