Winter can take its toll on your horse in a number of ways. Luckily, you can beat five common causes of the winter blues with the right nutritional choices. Here are some supplement suggestions from our friends at SmartPak. (more…)
So. There it is. Flicka is lame. Flicka has been lame for more than 24 hours and you know your pocketbook is about to take a hit. But Flicka gets what Flicka needs. So a lameness exam it is. Here’s what you can expect once you’ve called the vet. (more…)
Happy Halloween! Instead of starting off your day with a spooky post, how about the chance to win a Rhino® Plus HexStop Turnout Blanket with Vari-Layer? That’s exactly what’s up for grab’s in this week’s giveaway from SmartPak. (more…)
For the past four years, our friends at SmartPak have partnered with the BCRF to help support critical funding for cancer research. This year, they went a step further by connecting with one of the riders in their community.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and as a way to show support SmartPak is offering limited edition items (saddle pads and breeches and jackets — oh my!). Thirty percent of the proceeds from these sales will go to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. (more…)
It’s officially fall. Which means it’s officially time for fresh, froggy horses. Horses that like to spook. But what makes riders spook? Find out in this classic video from our friends at SmartPak. (more…)
Last week was Helmet Safety Awareness Week. However, we like to promote helmet safety every week of the year. Read this story from Team SmartPak Rider Silva Martin about why she’ll never get on a horse without her helmet.
With fall being in full swing, we all know that means it’s time for pumpkin EVERYTHING. Here’s one pumpkin recipe that your horse will absolutely love! (more…)
Colic is one of the worst fears of every horse owner, but our friends at SmartPak offer some peace of mind with their ColiCare program (which now offers up to $15,000 of reimbursement!). Learn more: (more…)
We all know horses constantly are looking for new and inventive ways to hurt and maim themselves. Fortunately, there is a way to minimize scarring when the inevitable does happen. Silver Honey helps. Read on to learn more. (more…)
“Baby, I’m just gonna shake, shake, shake, shake, shake … I shake it off, I shake it off.” Okay, so maybe that’s not quite what’s going on with headshaking in horses. Find out what really seems to be the issue: (more…)
We all know our horses can pull some … creative tricks when it’s time for the farrier. But what if horses were people? In this classic video from SmartPak, Sara and Sarah imagine just that. (more…)
“At the end of the day, SmartPak gets us because, in a way, they are us… They also want the best for their horses, and to have the privilege to spend as much time with them as possible.” Find out what makes SmartPak the company it is. (more…)
Shedding season is in full swing. So any products to help move that along are a-okay by us. Here’s one such product that not only is great to help promote shedding, but also has benefits all year long. Check out Betty’s Best StripHair® Gentle Groomer™ Original For Horses. (more…)
Foal season continues… which means it’s time for even more broodmare comedy in the second part of this “If Horses Were People” video from SmartPak. Sara and Sarah continue to imagine what life would be like if broodmares were people. (more…)
It’s foal season. You know what that means: broodmare attitude from here until the foal pops out. Fortunately, those grumpy incubators have provided plenty of fodder for this classic “If Horses Were People” video. (more…)
Spring means a lot of things: longer days, warmer temperatures, more riding time… but it also means yearly wellness exams and spring shots. It can be a lot to keep track of. Here is how one rider keeps track of her yearly wellness requirements. (more…)
March is Women’s History Month and in order to celebrate, our good friends at SmartPak are using this month as an opportunity to celebrate some of the incredible women whose stories inspire them. (more…)
As winter begins to woah, equestrians everywhere begin thinking about riding season. This is especially true for those with no indoor and particularly rough winters. Learn how one equestrian gets her horses ready for spring. (more…)
Winter is still here, but spring is coming (the onset of my horses’ shedding is proof!). Get ready for riding season by getting your horses back into shape and refreshing their skills. Here are some tips from our good friends at SmartPak: (more…)
Perhaps the better question is why not use ColiCare? Colic is one of the worst fears of every horse owner, but ColiCare offers some peace of mind — and up to $10,000 in colic surgery reimbursement. Learn more: (more…)