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Oct 25, 2024 | 
youngrider.com | Elizabeth Moyer |Samantha Johnson
Our accident-prone horses often come up with all kinds of creative ways to scrape, cut, bump, bruise, and otherwise injure themselves. It’s a good idea to be prepared for this. Every horse owner should have a basic first-aid kit on hand for equine accidents and emergencies (see “First-Aid Kit Checklist,” below) for proper wound and injury care. In addition to having a first-aid kit, you also need to know how to use the items in it correctly.
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Jun 26, 2024 | 
horseillustrated.com | Elizabeth Moyer
Matching the right horse with the right person is the ongoing task of equine rehoming groups across the country, and many are discovering that location is a factor. The good news is that adoptable horses can now find a ride to their new homes with the Horse Adoption Express, an innovative new transport program from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).
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May 29, 2024 | 
l8r.it | Elizabeth Moyer |Samantha Johnson |Anna O'Brien
A good hair day for horses starts with a gorgeous mane and tail. Clean, tangle-free tails and long, flowing manes take some extra care. Even if your horse has a shortened mane, you’ll want to make sure it’s clean and healthy at the roots with no dust or dandruff. Here are some tips for washing your horse’s mane and tail. Put together a bath kit for your horse so that you have everything you need when you head to the wash rack.
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May 24, 2024 | 
horseillustrated.com | Elizabeth Moyer
Read the full article about volunteering at horse rescues in Horse Illustrated’s July 2024 issue! Below is some great content we couldn’t fit in the print article, featuring insight from animal behaviorist and equine welfare expert Emily Weiss, Ph.D., on the key to solving any horse behavior challenge.
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May 22, 2024 | 
horseillustrated.com | Elizabeth Moyer
Read the full article about equine behavior in Horse Illustrated’s July 2024 issue! Below is some great content we couldn’t fit in the print article, featuring insight from animal behaviorist and equine welfare expert Emily Weiss, Ph.D., on the key to solving any horse behavior challenge. Food Rewards Fears: The Pushy HorseMany horse people have concerns about using food as a reward and believe their horse may become pushy, or aggressive about the treats.
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Mar 20, 2024 | 
youngrider.com | Abigail Boatwright |Elizabeth Moyer |Ashley SOLLARS
Did you become interested in horses because your parents had them, or maybe you saw a friend riding? For brother-sister duo Chesney and SaDee Watkins, their introduction came from a South Texas horse trainer, and the two fell headlong into a sport their parents knew nothing about. But once they got a taste for all-around, these South Carolina-based kids were totally hooked on the horse show game. And they’ve got no plans of stopping.
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Mar 13, 2024 | 
l8r.it | Elizabeth Moyer |Ashley SOLLARS
Budding leaves, blooming flowers and green grass all say that spring is on the way, but one of the first sure signs at any horse farm is the vet truck pulling up to the barn. Spring is an ideal time to schedule your horse’s annual vet checkup to make sure he’s in tip-top health for the busy riding season ahead. This includes vaccinations and deworming, plus preventive care to keep your horse healthy all year long.
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Feb 14, 2024 | 
l8r.it | Kristina Lotz |Elizabeth Moyer
Imagine working on a multi-step math problem at school: The teacher tells you your answer is wrong, but doesn’t give any clues on why it’s wrong. You start to work on the problem again, with the same result. She won’t even tell you if you’re on the right track. We’ve all been there, and it’s frustrating! Horses often feel the same way about training, as they try to figure out what we’re asking of them.
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Feb 7, 2024 | 
l8r.it | Danica Leigh |Elizabeth Moyer |Megan Arszman
As winter drags on, heat up with these DIY hand warmers to keep you nice and toasty at the barn. Make at least two—one for each pocket!—and don’t forget to make up extra for your barn buddies for Valentine’s Day. These cute hand warmers make perfect gifts for your friends, trainer, and those ever-patient barn parents. They’re the perfect way to warm everyone’s hearts this winter.
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Jan 31, 2024 | 
l8r.it | Elizabeth Moyer |Kristina Lotz
Horsekeeping takes time and dedication, no matter where you live, but the differences can be huge! Here, we’ll travel to California and Kentucky to meet Mia and Lilli and learn about their horse care routines. Lilli lives in the heart of Kentucky horse country, famous for its Thoroughbred horses and beautiful horse farms. It’s picture-perfect, and the perfect place to live if you love horses.
