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Endurance Horse Nutrition: Calculating the Ideal 2-Cup Fat Diet for Peak Performance

At the recent Pacific Northwest Endurance Rides annual convention, I had the privilege of listening to Dr. Susan Garlinghouse’s series of three talks on endurance horse hydration and nutrition. Although I’ve heard these lectures before, there’s always something to learn or remember! This time around, Atlas’ owner Layne and I sat in the back, scribbling …

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Visceral+ by Mad Barn: Can This Ulcer Supplement for Horses Support Natural Healing?

Equestrians live in fear of gastric ulcers, and for good reason. Incidence and recurrence rates are high. Can Visceral+, an ulcer supplement for horses, support natural healing?

Horse Riding Safety Equipment for Trail Riding Alone

Do you ride alone, beyond the reach of cell phone coverage and immediate help? Here’s a rundown on safety gear and communication devices all trail riders should consider.

How to Overcome Fear of Trail Riding Alone – Part 3

Fear of trail riding alone is common, but it doesn’t need to be paralyzing. This post explores how to leverage your mind-body connection to ride with confidence.

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How to Overcome Fear of Trail Riding Alone – Part 2

Fear of trail riding alone can often be resolved with practical steps. Part 2 of this series digs into how targeted training for your horse – or yourself – could ease your anxiety.

How To Overcome Fear of Trail Riding Alone – Part 1

Fear of trail riding alone is common, but it doesn’t need to be paralyzing. Understanding your fear better is the first step to overcoming it.

The Dentist, The Hygienist, and the Horse

A little empathy goes a long way in horsemanship. I imagine that being a horse feels like being a dental patient, continually asked to accept uncomfortable things.

Natural Ulcer Treatment for Horses: A Success Story

I used natural ulcer treatments to get my rescue horse’s guts comfortable after omeprazole failed. This post covers my feed choices, the best natural ulcer supplements, and what I’d do differently next time.

Reviews: Gut X for Horses, Clinton Anderson Downunder Horsemanship, and More

Read detailed reviews of Gut X for horses, Clinton Anderson Downunder Horsemanship, Artimud, and more. Find out what stuck, what didn’t, and why.

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Present

My horse is a barometer of my availability. To really be with her, I must settle into this moment.