Horses have binaural hearing, meaning they hear out of both ears at the same time, the same as people and most other animals. However, unlike humans who have small, flat ears, horses have large cup-shaped ears. These ears act like a satellite dish to capture sound waves and funnel them to the inner ear. Because of this, very little sound is missed and the horse might hear noises that you can’t. This is one reason why horses may spook for what seems like no apparent reason. Often, they may have heard something that you didn't.

When it comes to your plans for your horse’s retirement, is donating him to a therapeutic riding program an option? Donating your horse to a therapeutic riding program may seem like an ideal option, but therapeutic riding horses need to possess a very special set of skills. Could your horse make the cut? Consider the following must-have characteristics.

Knowing how your horse acts and reacts when he is feeling good will help you to realize when there is something wrong. Every horse owner needs to know what is “normal” for their horse. Being able to report when your horse is uneasy will help evaluate whether a visit to the veterinarian is necessary and how quickly your horse needs to be seen.

Stall mats provide excellent comfort for your horses' stall. However, did you know there are several other great places you can use stall mats?  You can use full or partial mats in non-traditional ways to make your barn and home safer, cleaner, and more user-friendly.

Summer is a great time to own a horse, but summer also means hot weather. Here are some tips on keeping your horse cool during summer rides.

4^th of July is the perfect opportunity to celebrate America and everything it stands for.  This holiday is celebrated nationwide with parades, speeches, picnics – and fireworks!  Some horses are literally “bombproof” around loud noises, but others can become stressed. If your horse is easily spooked by these crackling noises check out these tips to help them cope.

An indoor wash bay is a necessity for any well-planned barn. A wash bay can be used for many tasks – grooming, tacking up, shoeing and vet visits.

When you own a barn full of horses, hay deliveries are an essential (and often constant) part of life. While some hay farms or feed stores will deliver hay directly to you, it is often left up to the barn owner to transport and load their own hay. And while some stores do deliver, they may also have certain requirements when unloading. Here are some tips to make sure hay deliveries run smoothly.

It's just about that time. - Summer is just around the corner and we are starting to spend countless hours in the hot sun riding horses at shows, rodeos, training in the arena or trail riding. For both kids and adults, a sunburn can be very painful and sometimes even lead to sun poisoning. If you want to keep your skin looking great, along with staying healthy follow some of these tips.

You never know when an emergency may occur, so it is important to always stay prepared. It may be too late to prepare for the current emergencies, but you can always prepare for the future.