After waking up with neck discomfort for awhile, I sought out a new pillow! I’d had my pillow for years, and while it was better than your basic pillow it just wasn’t working for me like it use to! I’m a big fan of customization, which is why the EverPillow caught my attention. It is fully adjustable & customizable, so you can have an extra stuffed fluffy pillow one night and a flatter pillow the next if you want! This enables you to find the perfect balance for your body. (Coupon at the end!)
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Metal Shoes on Horses: The Where, What, How & Why They Disappoint Us
People opt to remove the metal shoes either to improve the health of their horse, or to cut costs. I can quickly tell you that going barefoot will save you money. If your horse needs hoof protection – hoof boots are the obvious choice if you weigh the costs! If you’ve already decided you want to go barefoot, I will be adding a guide on how to do so. This post explains the need for hoof protection, the downfalls of the metal shoe, and touches on the alternative options available.
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Product Review: Total Saddle Fit Shoulder Relief Girth
About a year ago, I spent a large portion of my savings on the perfect saddle for Tucker. This was immediately before the pandemic – great timing on my part! 🤣 I knew I wanted a top quality girth to go with this saddle, so turned to Total Saddle Fit. After about 8 months of using this girth, I can honestly say I am super impressed by the quality and design.
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How to Improve Your Relationship with Your Horse
Looking for a horse that comes to the gate when they see you? One who follows you happily to the barn, who shows you affection? Not every new horse starts off this way, as it completely depends on their past experiences. And sometimes, even when they come to us this way, horse owners end up with a sour horse who stops choosing to be with them. If you want to change how your horse views you, but you don’t know where to start, this post is for you!
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New Home, New Struggles
In September, the horses moved to a new pasture at a new location! The most space they’ve ever had: 16 acres with a small mountain included. 360° views of our favorite local masterpiece of a mountain, and an overview of the university I attended in the other direction. The catch? A herd!
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Tucker the Emotional: One on One Time
I don’t do a whole lot with my horses at the moment – in fact, lately my biggest struggle is trying to snuggle both horses at the same time. It is a really difficult thing to do, having only two arms to use to give hugs. Luckily these boys are patient and most of the time will accept that I can only hug one at a time! (btw halter in the photo is by @friendshipcollar.equine)
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Hock & Fetlock Shields by Click Horse Products
A few years ago, Tucker started developing fetlock and hock sores from laying down on harder surfaces. They only became a real issue when he moved to a dirt lot without any softer areas to lay down. Instead of using the classic upside down bell boot, I wanted to see if there was something out there that was more comfortable and lightweight since he would be wearing it 24/7 for the foreseeable future. And let’s be real – Tucker would hate wearing a bell boot all the time!
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What’s in My Grooming Tote?
As every horse girl has, I’ve tried an endless amount of products on my horses over the years. In the last few years, I’ve had the honor of speaking with the owners of many smaller companies about products they have developed, as well as developers of products used by larger companies. I like to think I can have a scientific approach to things thanks to my BS degree from college, but since then I’ve been shaped by a career in business so I have a soft spot for small businesses. Everything in this post is from my direct experience, and daily use of these products!
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