Allergies are a common problem in horses and can affect overall health, performance, and quality of life. Common signs include excessive itchiness, hives, coughing, difficulty breathing (heaves), skin lesions along the lower midline (sweet itch), and hair loss from rubbing. Horses may also have swelling (edema) on the body or … Read More
World-renowned equine expert Linda Tellington-Jones’ healing equine bodywork and innovative training methods have revolutionized the horse training landscape over the last 50 years. Her unique blend of hands-on TTouch (a collection of circles, lifts, and slides done with the hands over various parts of the horse’s body), combined with humane … Read More
It’s history we take for granted—like the fact that we get on from the left side because soldiers of times-gone-by mounted that way in order to keep their swords (worn on the left hip) out of the way. Nowadays, the dashboard is where we look to see how fast we’re … Read More
Are you using a cribbing collar? Please reconsider. Cribbing collars are tormenting. They may discourage the behavior, but they do not relieve the urge. The hormonal response that results can lead to oxidative stress throughout the body, potentially harming vital organs, as well as joints and the digestive tract. Inflammation … Read More
Sorry to announce that due to COVID-19 and public safety concerns, The Bony Pony is cancelling the March 28th Round-Up Tack Sale & Swap. It’s time for our Annual Round-Up Tack Sale, Sponsored by The Bony Pony! Open to the Public! When: Saturday, March 28th, 2020 – 10am-4pm … Read More
EVERETT, Wash., – To align with state and local stay home to save lives measures, trailheads, campgrounds, and day use areas* within the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest will be temporarily closed. These closures are based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to help slow the spread of … Read More
April 3, 2020 – Lexington, KY – Known for their focus on safe, fun, and effective horsemanship the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) also offers a wide variety of resources for equestrians across multiple disciplines and all experience levels. CHA is excited to announce that they have expanded their diverse range … Read More
Survey on the Effect of Coronavirus Pandemic on Horses & Horse Owners 2020 Let’s help our horses, together. With COVID-19 impacting equine activities worldwide, Flair, LLC has teamed up with Dr. David Marlin and Science Supplements USA to develop a survey for those located in the US and Canada to … Read More
We are staying inside and you should too by Ear to the Ground We all love to get outside and enjoy the remarkable forests and beaches around us and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) manages nearly 6 million acres of public lands, including 1,200 miles of trails and over … Read More
A letter from concerned reader One of the things we may not think about is our safety while riding and working with our horses during this quarantine. How might this affect our hospitals: Read more…
