Success Profile: Vandy Bandit Boy “Bandit” Breed: Paint Age: 13 Discipline: Rodeo Drill Team Owner: Cat Hammers As a member of the Lone Star Cowgirls Rodeo Drill Team, I wanted to be able to ride Bandit in parades and our…
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In Loving Memory
You were a loving and patient partner. From our early days learning dressage together, to your “retirement” years of tearing around the field and stirring up all the youngsters, you always brought your kindness, your heart, and your spirit. Thank you for everything, Wes. You are missed.
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4 Ways to Help Keep Your Horse Healthy
A wellness plan is a proactive approach in caring for your horse. At SmartPak, our mission is to support healthy horses and happy riders. One of the best ways you can help keep your horse healthy is by partnering with…
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New Year’s Nutrition
As we start the New Year, many of us make resolutions to eat better, exercise more, and re-evaluate our diets in general. But have you done the same for your horse? Now is a great time to take a closer…
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Snow Isn’t The Only Winter Worry
Horse-keeping during the winter brings its own unique challenges, and those challenges can wreak havoc on your horse’s GI tract and increase his risk for digestive upset. But with the right care and support, you can help ensure your horse…
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Get Schooled
Everyone knows that college students don’t make the best choices when it comes to food. Check out these horses, then ask yourself — is your horse on a college student diet?
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On the road with the SmartPakers: October 2014
SmartPaker Whitney: In October I was lucky enough to travel to one of the biggest horse events in the US, The All American Quarter Horse Congress with fellow SmartPaker Veronica. I have heard stories about how amazing this event is…
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SmartGut® Ultra Pellets Research Presented at the Colic Research Symposium
Dr. Frank Andrews, large animal internal medicine specialist (ACVIM) and Director of the Equine Health Studies Program at Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine, has spent the last 24 years researching the causes, treatment, and prevention of gastric ulcer…
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EMS vs. PPID – Do You Know The Difference?
EQUINE METABOLIC SYNDROME (EMS) EMS refers to a collection of endocrine and metabolic abnormalities associated with obesity and the development of laminitis in horses. Faulty insulin metabolism is a key component of EMS and can include both insulin resistance (IR)…
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My Mustang’s Makeover
My Mustang’s Makeover – How repeat Mustang Makeover competitor Jessica Dabkowski uses SmartSupplements to help her mustangs perform their best In September, SmartPak was lucky enough to attend our first Extreme Mustang Makeover in Ft. Worth, Texas. While there, we…
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The Art of Clipping
TIPS + TOOLS TO ACHIEVE THE PERFECT CLIP To Clip or Not To Clip? Before you clip, think about your horse’s living and exercise situation this winter. For more help deciding, visit SmartPak.com/ClipOrNot Clip If… You or your barn staff…
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Meet Sarah and Rocco
Success Profile: Rocco Breed: Thoroughbred Age: 10 Discipline: Hunter/Jumper Owner: Sarah Zuckerman When I got Rocco, his weight needed some work. I chose SmartGain because it offers support for weight gain, muscle development, and digestion. Rocco has filled out beautifully…
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Saving Katalyst
Kelsey was living a rider’s dream. But that dream turned into a nightmare when her horse experienced a life-threatening colic episode. Kelsey Herring has loved horses for as long as she can remember. She started out riding western, spending weekends…
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Under, Over, or Ideal
You be the judge It’s hard to resist the urge to squeal over how adorable a chubby pony is, but unfortunately, overweight horses and ponies aren’t cute — they’re unhealthy. Being too thin also comes with risks and health concerns.…
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Chill Out This Winter
Help your horse keep his cool this winter, and discover what ingredients will help him chill out. Edgy Eddie He’s occasionally nervous and tense, looking around and fidgeting as you get on. Slightly on edge, he is sometimes unfocused on…
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