Wednesday, November 27, 2019

Subscription Boxes for Horse Owners


As animal lovers, our emotions sometimes get the best of us and we tend to spoil our furry friends. . .including the big, hooved ones.  I myself am guilty of this.  I have never walked into a barn when I didn’t have an apple, a carrot or a molasses flavored “cookie” in my hand for any of the beasts within.  Certain subscription box companies have taken off over the last few years for humans, pets and horses.  If you like getting mail once a month with “new stuff” to try, imagine getting “new stuff” to try with your favorite horse or horses!  Here are a few options:


This box arrives packed with several items for rider AND horse!  Most boxes are around $25.99/month and include grooming goodies, wellness supplies AND treats.



Saddle Boxes have FREE SHIPPING which is huge, this day and time.  It also has treats and items for you and your horsey.  The special thing about Saddle Box versus other companies is that the sales of boxes benefit horse rescues and shelters.  Did I mention that they have FREE shipping in the United States?



So, with the Holiday Season fast approaching, if you are stuck and don’t know what to get that special horse lover in your life, don’t be afraid to try something new and try a year’s subscription to one of the above.

Monday, November 4, 2019

Top 10 Nutrition Tips


Sometimes the most obvious things are the ones we forget about.  In caring for your horse, here are the Top 10 Nutrition Tips provided by Marcia Hathaway, PhD, University of Minnesota Department of Animal Science.  A reminder about these important tips is never a bad idea. 

Adequate nutrition is one of the main components in the health of a horse. This article provides 10 nutritional tips to keep your horse healthy.

1. Always supply unlimited quantities of clean, fresh water.
2. Maximize forage intake.
3. Minimize concentrate consumption.
4. The Calcium to Phosphorous ratio (Ca:P) should be between 3:1 to 1:1.
5. Supplement minerals and vitamins.
6.  Balance a horse’s ration in the following order: energy, protein, minerals, and vitamins.
7.  Monitor your horse’s body weight and body condition score.
8.  Maintain your horse’s teeth in good chewing condition.
9. Change feedstuffs gradually.
10. Feed each horse as an individual.

To view the article in its entirety, follow this link:  Top 10 Tips