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Best Horse Riding Boots for Children
Buying shoes for your children for any activity can feel daunting. Finding the right comfortable fit can be difficult. When you buy different shoes for soccer, school, dress up, and any other activity they participate in, you may feel like you will break the bank, too! The worst part is that your child will likely grow out of the shoe in six months to a year.
How to Revitalize Old Leather (Saddles & Bridles)
Saddles and bridles are made from materials that are meant to last. The easiest way to keep your equipment in good working order is to take care of it consistently. Keeping your leather goods clean and supple will significantly extend the life of your equipment.
Show Outfit Overwhelm? Weβve Got You Covered!
It is your first competition, and you have no idea what to wear! It can be a problem for experienced competitors as well, but it does get easier as you go. When you are planning for your next show, always check the showβs specific rules. Each competition type and organization carry different rules.Β
The Shank Bit β Is it Right for Your Horse?
A shank bit is a type of leverage bit. The reins do not attach to the mouthpiece but attach below the mouth. Altogether, this rein attachment increases the pressure on the horseβs mouth.
From Worms to Winning
I was looking for a new show horse and fell in love with this pretty sorrel mare. Β She had the breeding I wanted to keep as a broodmare and looked...
Deworming: Why Your Horse Still Might Be At Risk
Rotational deworming used to be the best practice, but increasing deworming resistance is causing veterinarians and horse owners to rethink this practice. Worms cause weight loss, lethargy, colic, and eventual organ damage without proper management. But, as a horse owner, it can take some work to figure out the right deworming strategy. Weβve compiled a list of deworming best practices to help!
Horse Clipping 101
If you have been in the horse world for a few months, youβve probably already noticed clipping is controversial. Some horseback riders are die-hard clippers, while others will tell you it isnβt good for the horseβs coat. The reality is clipping can be a great tool for some horses and riders but isnβt for everyone. The horse, environment, weather, and level of activity all play a role in making the decision to clip your horse or not.
Founder in Horses: Signs, Prevention, + Treatment
Founder, also known as laminitis, is a condition that affects horses' hooves. A horseβs hoof has an internal structure supporting the bones within the hoof capsule referred to as laminae.Β
The Snaffle Bit: Is It Right for Your Horse?
A snaffle bit is one of the most common simple bits you can find.Β This is for a good reason; a snaffle is very gentle on the horse's mouth. It sits comfortably in the horse's mouth in the rear opening between its top and bottom teeth. You can also use rubber lip guards to prevent pinching of the lips.
What is a Night Latch?
Your horse is taking off across the arena and you are making a wild grab for your saddle horn. While grabbing the saddle horn can be effective sometimes, there is a tool designed specifically as an βOh Sh$*tβ handle on your saddle. Itβs called a night latch. A night latch is attached to the front of your saddle and is a convenient handle in case of emergency. While many people believe night latches are just for riding young horses or broncs, this leather handle wrapped around the gullet of your saddle is handy for most riders.
The Show Must Go On...
It has been since 2019 that we had a Rodeo at Henderson's Arena.Β The Corona-19 Pandemic put a damper on some of our activies.Β Thankfully, The Revenge Rodeo Company reached...
How to Choose the Right Saddle Pad for Your Horse
Saddle pads provide comfort to your horse and stability to your saddle. A horseβs back is not symmetrical, and a saddle pad can alleviate many fit problems. Luckily, saddle pads come inΒ many varieties. They can vary by size, material, and shape. Saddle pads absorb as much pressure as possible for the horse. Additionally, the saddle pad dissipates heat to reduce overheating of your horse.
