Training a performance horse is a challenging experience that takes a lot of time, patience, and preparation. One of the biggest challenges when raising and training a performance horse is caring for and preventing injuries. Use these injury prevention tips for horses to make sure your horse stays as healthy as can be. Warm-Up and Cool Down Techniques Every time your horse partakes in strenuous activity, you should run them through warm-up and cool-down techniques. Warm-ups give your horse time to loosen their muscles before moving into a challenging workout. With the increased blood circulation from a warmup activity, your horse’s muscles, tendons, and ligaments are better able to stretch and flex, thus reducing the…
Like taking care of any animal companion, horses require a lot of attention and care. Although, your horse is likely going to need a lot more attention than the family dog would. Before you bring a horse home, it's crucial to understand how to properly care for your horse. Here are all the things you'll want to keep in mind and prepare for ahead of time. The Importance of Routines and Time Management Caring for a horse takes a lot of time, patience, and financial responsibility. Before committing to this responsibility, it's best to sit down and plan the amount…
Seasons change and we are trading our fly masks for the Classic Equine 10k Cross Trainer Blankets! Thats right- at Coolhorse we carry the best of the BEST! We have 4 different options this season to keep your horse warm & dry from Texas to Montana, and anywhere in between. Our 4 options vary in style and color. Our hooded blankets start at $229.99 and our blankets without hoods start at $189.99. What's the difference? Well I am here to explain that for you....The 10K with or without a hood is going to offer the same great protection, it has…
The heat is upon us....but you know what is way worse than any 102 degree day with 89% humidity, THE FLIES. If you think you are bothered by them sitting out on your porch, think about your horse out in the pasture, he or she is the one being bothered. But on a more serious note, flies are quite dangerous to the health of your horse so we have included an article from Horse and Rider about Vesicular Stomatitis. Joe Stricklin DMV from Greeley Colorado is going to share everything you need to know about the currently active disease. Direct…
Summer is soon going to be upon us and you know what that means....SO ARE THE FLIES!!!!!!!!! Flies can cause major problems for us and our horses (besides the fact they are just super annoying). Keeping them out of your barn, trailer and off your horse will make your summer SO much more enjoyable! We carry a HUGE supply of products that will help you say bye bye to all the flies! One of our favorite brands is Farnam and they have a range of sprays and feeds that we carry! Here is a few videos explaining their products and…
Many people know Total Feeds Inc. by their horse feed, Total Equine. Total feeds is formulated by Dr. R. Harry Anderson. First produced in 2000, Dr. Anderson used his 42 years of experience and endless research to produce Total Equine. Their feeds are made with unique combinations of ingredients and supplements to enhance the total health and performance of animals. All of the animal feed made by Total Feeds is extruded. Extruded feed is becoming VERY POPULAR in the equine and livestock world. The process of extrusion is very unique and able to provide a new level of digestibility to…
Scientists have predicted 2017 to be the worst tick season in years. The reason comes from the warm winter we experienced, and the increasing temperatures. Our warm winter allowed the mice population to grow and expand over the U.S.. Mice carry many diseases and with mice come ticks. Common diseases transmitted by ticks Lyme Disease: Affects: Humans, horses, cattle and pets. Anaplasmosis: Affects: Humans, horses, cattle, and pets. Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever: Affects: Humans, dogs (purebreds have severe reactions) Ticks prefer wooded and highly vegetated areas. Some require moisture to survive. Ticks travel up horses legs and like to stay…
A common misconception among non-horse owners is that all horses need a winter blanket. Some horses don't need one at all, and in fact are much happier without them. In some cases a horse has more than enough hair to stay warm and comfortable sans extra coverings. Two of my personal horses grow hair so thick that in our mostly mild climate, they would be for more uncomfortable if I subjected them to regular blanketing. Here is a blog I wrote some time ago about deciding when my horses need a winter blanket. Once you get past the short coated…