You might not know that there are different kinds of leases you can do on a horse. Before you decide on a horse to lease, first you want to know what your options are. So you can figure out what you want from a lease and what is best for …
When I was 16 years old I bought my first horse. I used all my own money including for monthly expenses. It was one of the happiest moments of my life. I believe I was ready for a horse of my own. Now you may be wondering if you are …
When watching horseback riding, the riders just sit there not doing much, aside from their arms and legs moving subtly as the horse responds and does as the rider tells them. If you are an equestrian you probably just snorted at this, but as a non-horse person, these are common …
I recently heard someone ask this question before and I wondered this myself when I was working at the barn during my pregnancy. I was curious to find out the answer so I decided to do a little research. This is what I found out. Can horses sense when a …
No woman likes their period and equestrians have it hard just as much as any other athlete, maybe more because you are also dealing with a 1000 pound animal. Your period can affect your riding more than you think. But Can you ride a horse on your period? It is …
As a horseback riding instructor of almost a decade, I have had a good number of students, from different backgrounds, levels, and abilities. One thing I was often asked by my students was how often they should be taking riding lessons. So how often should you take riding lessons? How often …
As an avid equestrian and a newer mother, I’ve had concerns over whether riding horses can cause a miscarriage. I decided to do some research on this since I’m planning on having another baby in the future and want to know the truth. Can riding horses cause a miscarriage? According …
Whether you are pregnant, planning to have kids, or are just plain curious, as an equestrian mom I can tell you from experience, it does change your life but it is worth it! I wasn’t planning on having a baby that’s just how things worked out and I am happy …
If you are reading this article I am assuming that you are getting started with horses or you are just curious. If you are getting started congratulations horses are awesome creatures and horseback riding is a lot of fun. I have been riding for over 20 years and still love …
You want to improve your riding skills but you don’t have a horse to practice on. I have been in your shoes, but I figured out ways I could become a better rider despite lacking extra time on a horse. How Can You Improve Your Riding Without A Horse? You …
When I started horseback riding about 22 years ago, I was just a kid that loved horses and wanted to take riding lessons, but my parents didn’t know where all the horseback riding opportunities were. Over the years I discovered there are many many places for kids to go horse …
So there are three most likely situations you are in right now if you are asking this question. You work at a horse farm as a volunteer or as your job or want to. You rough board, coop or work for the reduced board. Or you keep your horses at …
You used to feel confident when you would ride. There wasn’t much you weren’t afraid to try. Maybe you used to jump, event, do barrel racing, gallop on the trail, whatever it was. But now getting back in the saddle you aren’t like that anymore. You feel like you lost …
Horses are your life. You are eager to get back to horse riding. Your plan is to start riding after your baby is born as soon as possible. But you are not sure about when you will be able to do that or what it will be like. In general, …
Do you have a kid that loves horses and wants to take lessons? Or are you yourself an equestrian and you would love your child to share your passion and start riding as soon as possible? Are you wondering if your kid is too young? Or if your teen is …
Horses love treats! I like to give a treat to my lease horse when I come to greet him. When he has done something well. After I ride him. And right before I leave. But he only gets them if he is polite about it. Now if you don’t want …
I don’t know why but while browsing on Amazon ‘horse treats’ popped in my mind. Then I started thinking about what kind I might like to try with Chip, my lease horse. I figured I would look at the best-sellers, because if others are loving them then that has to …
As soon as I found out I was pregnant my husband wanted me to stop riding. I was torn because horses have been such a big part of my life. Aside from God, horses have always given me a sense of comfort, purpose, and drive. I have been riding with …
As a rider just getting started you may be wondering what the best horse breeds for beginners are. Maybe you want to lease a horse or someday buy a horse of your own, or maybe your just plain curious. If I had to choose the best breeds for beginners based …
This post is to help you know the reality of owning a horse. A reality check to people’s fantasy about horse ownership, specifically to non-horse people. It seems people have this fantasy of what it’s like to own a horse and they have these preconceived notions of the requirements for …
The best horse names list on the internet. Why? Not because the list is the longest on the internet, but because these are categorized handpicked favorites that will help you find the perfect name for your new furry friend.
Are you looking for the perfect gifts for a horse crazy girl in your life? Do you want to get her something she is going to squeal over and beam side to side about. Well I have procured this list Best Gifts For Horse Lovers Amazon Gift Guide for that …
Trying to find the best gifts for equestrians on Amazon can be a bit overwhelming. With so much to scroll through and so little time. I created this gift guide to make your life easier finding gifts that will put a smile on your horsey friends faces. Disclaimer: I thoughtfully …
There is a boat load to learn when it comes to horses and horseback riding. Reading some quality books about horses will kick start your equestrian journey to help transform you into a well rounded, effective rider and savvy horse woman. Beware, you definitely don’t want to learn to ride …
Are you going to get into the hobby and sport of riding horses? Wondering what you should wear? Well I am going to share exactly what you want to wear so that you have everything you need for your first rides.
Are you going to be starting horseback riding lessons soon? Find out if you need to buy your own riding helmet. What to look for if you are buying your own riding helmet. And helmet recommendations.
Are you interested in getting started with horses and are wondering whether it is okay to wear leggings horseback riding? In this post I give my opinion on Leggings as far as horseback riding goes and reveal what kind of pants are best for riding.
Hey Mama Bear, Are you an animal lover looking for a new hobby? Do you want a hobby with many benefits? Well then horseback riding may be a good option. Riding provides many benefits mentally and physically. Riding can be very therapeutic, hence the reason so many therapeutic riding programs …
