Horses are prey animals and are therefore very wary of anything new that comes into their environment. This keeps them safe from predators in the wild but can cause major problems in domesticated l … read more

For horses living in dry climates with sandy soil the possibility of getting sand colic is quite real, but very preventable! Sand colic happens when the horse accidentally ingests sand during feedi … read more

In this video we explore different kinds of pads and how the right pad can make your horse even more comfortable under saddle!(video by Saddle Up, Western Saddle & Tack Shop)~ Saddle Up … read more

Riding your horse in a parade can be a very fun and rewarding experience! Some barns and local riding clubs participate in parades, so it’s fairly easy to find a group to join. For most local and l … read more

In this video we will be examining the different gullets and bars on four bare saddle trees and how they relate to four kinds of horse backs. (video by Saddle Up, Western Saddle & Tack Shop)~ Saddle … read more

Morgans are one of the oldest horse breeds in the USA, dating back to around 1789 when Vermont farmer Justin Morgan acquired a two-year old colt from Springfield, Massachusetts. He named his new co … read more