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How much do you know about Santa's Reindeer?

Posted by Classic Equine Equipment Blog on Dec 23, 2020 2:00:00 PM

It's that time of the year! Santa is coming to town, and with him he brings his trusty reindeer crew! Here is some fun information about Reindeer that you may not know!

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Assessing your barn roof for heavy snow

Posted by Classic Equine Equipment Blog on Dec 16, 2020 2:00:00 PM

If you live in an area which receives significant snowfall each winter, it’s important to know how much snow weight your barn roof can support. Barn collapses can be devastating, but they can also usually be avoidable. These tips can help you determine if your barn is up to the challenge.

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Pamper your horse - even when it's cold

Posted by Classic Equine Equipment Blog on Dec 9, 2020 2:00:00 PM

Hopefully your horse has been on Santa's nice list this year. Finding a gift for the horse who has “everything” can sometimes be a challenge. But here’s a suggestion – the perfect gift for your horse may be a little bit of pampering. We know you already pamper your horse with good food, a great Classic Equine stall (wink wink) and lots of treats, but here are some extra ways to make your horse feel extra special.

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Warm Up Your Horse To Prevent Winter Injuries

Posted by Classic Equine Equipment Blog on Dec 2, 2020 3:13:11 PM

Whether you’re a competitive rider or just go out for the occasional trail ride, warming up your horse before riding can help prevent injuries later.

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Celebrating Veterans – Sgt. Reckless

Posted by Classic Equine Equipment Blog on Nov 11, 2020 2:00:00 PM

While Veterans Day traditionally remembers the men and women who served in our Armed Forces, there are some four-legged heroes that deserve recognition as well. One of them was a horse named Reckless.

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Basic Blanketing

Posted by Classic Equine Equipment Blog on Nov 4, 2020 2:00:00 PM

Depending on the part of the country in which you live – you may be starting to consider the blanketing process for your horse - especially at night. Horses can actually do quite well without a blanket in even the most harsh winter storms. Their coat fluffs up like a down blanket and can provide extra warmth and insulation. But before you decide if its time to break out the blanket, here are some things you’ll want to consider:

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A Halloween Tale: The Dullahan

Posted by Classic Equine Equipment Blog on Oct 28, 2020 2:00:00 PM

Many, especially around Halloween, have heard the tale of “The Headless Horseman” and his rides into Sleepy Hollow. But the original story from which it was derived is actually much scarier – and much more gruesome. So read on about “The Dullahan” of Ireland – if you dare…..

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Fall Pasture Management Practices

Posted by Classic Equine Equipment Blog on Oct 21, 2020 2:46:04 PM

A sustainable pasture depends on proper management of both the fertility needs of the soil and good management of grazing animals. Management decisions made at this time can have a strong effect on the plant’s ability to overwinter, which then determines when new growth begins in the spring and how much total growth will be produced over the entire season.

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Feeding Your Horse With Less Hay

Posted by Classic Equine Equipment Blog on Oct 14, 2020 3:00:00 PM

Chances are that your hay bill is one of your highest bills in caring for your horse. The last thing that anyone wants to do is to waste hay, especially when the cost of hay is so high. Luckily for you, we’ve got some great tips to minimize hay wastage in your barn.

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Minimize Stall Boredom

Posted by Classic Equine Equipment Blog on Oct 7, 2020 3:18:36 PM

Bad weather and busy schedules can sometimes prevent you from exercising your horse or turning him out. This can sometimes cause high levels of stress for horses. Stress can cause issues such as ulcers, but it can also create an unhappy horse. If you want to minimize the boredom and resulting stress in your horse’s life, consider the following ideas:

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