Buddy Incorporated offers two innovative feeders for the horse and small farm owner. The Big Bale Buddy keeps your hay contained and is the safest, most affordable round bale feeder on the market. The Slow Bale Buddy can be used with all bale types and eliminates waste while it mimics grazing, aiding digestive health and controlling gluttony.

ManureLink.com offers important resources on manure and pasture management for happy horses and a healthy environment. Check out the website to learn more about the Manure Maven Network and the Land Management Guide, find a gardener who would love to get their hands on your composted manure, and access many other great resources!

The Horse Habit has been all about horses and their humans for the past 25 years. We serve both the English and Western markets with innovative products along with the tried and true. We have the best and warmest of winter wear, and the coolest of summer wear.

By Jess Hallas-Kilcoyne - Wanted! Loving Horse Owners: Giving Racehorses a Dignified Retirement.

These days however, riders don’t have to travel to Europe to purchase a horse suitable for performance in the Olympic disciplines. Warmblood breeding programs in Canada have gained amazing ground over the last couple of decades. Now, Canadian breeders are producing horses of the same calibre as their European counterparts.

Arena footing has a significant impact on a horse’s performance and health. Good footing provides traction and cushions the impact of the horse’s feet, while poor footing can hurt a horse and impede performance.

By Will Clinging - The behaviour and learning patterns of the horse play a major role in his training process. These patterns are established by instincts, genetic makeup, and environment. We are not in total control of these patterns but to some degree we can help or hinder the direction they go in.

By Will Clinging - Some time ago I wrote an article about giving your horse a break from training. I talked, if I recall correctly, about too much work over time becoming detrimental to the horse’s progress. Mental and physical breaks are needed to refresh the mind and the body.

By Lindsay Grice - A good coach should be able to read their students and tailor their approach somewhat to meet their needs. Following are some questions to consider as you search for an instructor who will meet your needs.