Chuck Norris vs Mares
If you replace “Chuck Norris” with “Mares” in jokes about him it’s scarily accurate… Lets check it out:
Is Your Horse in Pain?
One of the biggest questions horse owners have when things aren’t going right is whether its a pain induced response or a behavior. Many times Veterinarians are called out to examine the horse and if an obvious reason isn’t found then the horse is considered to have learned a bad behavior. Other times the behavior is brushed off and its said that is just how that horse is, when in reality that horse is trying to tell you that they are in pain.
Why do we Measure Horses in Hands?
Horses are measured in hands, but hands have been a measurement tool for centuries before standardized measuring systems existed. The hand was standardized to mean 4” for measuring horses during the rule of Henry VIII in 1540.
Should I Feed a Bran Mash?
You might have heard to give your horse a warm bran mash when the temperature drops to prevent colic in horses, but is this the best way?
Winter Trailering
Are you going to take your horse to a winter show or clinic? Follow these tips to make sure you get there healthy and happy!
Ice, Liniment, Poultice Oh My!
When and how to use ice, liniment, poultice on your horse’s legs after a hard ride.
7 Most Common Types Of Horse Boots
Hello Friend, welcome back! Today we are going over 7 common types of boots that you can use on your horse, why we use them, when we use them, and how to put them on. We will go over: 2 types of bell boots (Velcro and no turn) 2 types of brushing/galloping boots (neoprene and …
Barn Organization Tips
Hello Friend and welcome back! We are talking about ways to organize your barn. We have a large lesson program and I wanted to share with you what works for us in getting things organized and keeping them that way! One thing that helps is for everything to have a place and for those places …
Ride With One Stirrup
Hey Friends! I wanted to share an exercise that has many benefits and can be performed at any gait! Whether you are just starting out or an old pro, everyone can benefit. Everyone knows riding without stirrups helps improve your seat and leg, but what about riding with one stirrup?! Riding with one stirrup increases …
No Stirrup November Challenge
Welcome to the Top Flight Equestrian No Stirrups November Challenge for 2021! Click here for the No Stirrup November Challenge Entry Form Ride without stirrups for a part of every ride for the month of November. Finishers will receive a beautiful ribbon, certificate of completion, and be entered into a drawing for prizes from our …